Corporate Social Responsibility
We recognise the importance of utilising our space within the sector to influence and make a positive change in the world
Our Purpose
Each year we choose ‘Our Purpose’, an important theme embedded across the organisation. For 2023 we embark upon a Mental Health and Wellbeing journey supported by our new charity partner ‘Mind’ and are partnering with local Mental Health non-profits across UK, Portugal, Germany, Bulgaria and France.
Young Lives vs Cancer
Throughout 2022 we supported ‘Young Lives vs Cancer’, a UK based charity supporting people up to the age of 25 who have been affected by cancer. They provide 6 different types of support including day to day support, financial support, bereavement support, and free accommodation to families, an important resource helping loved ones stay together throughout vital treatment. Read more about our partnership and the activities our employees got up to.
Wellbeing
We are proud to have a wellbeing programme where we focus on different topics throughout the year. These include setting up the ideal workplace, taking breaks, visualisation, heart health, early diagnosis and much more.
We have a team of qualified Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) who are an initial point of contact for anyone experiencing a mental health issue or emotional distress. This support can range from a listening ear through to supporting our people access the support they need. Our MHFAs help us to reduce the stigma associated with talking about Mental Health and open the lines of communication throughout the organisation.
Free meeting rooms
We understand the importance of charities keeping costs down to ensure their funds are spent on the vital services they provide, so we are offering our meeting rooms to non-profits and charities on Fridays. We welcome all requests from causes both local and international.
Policies
To support the delivery of our charity partnerships, and empower and encourage our people to get involved we have a number of supporting policies including (but not limited to) a Matched Giving programme where our people can claim to contribute to their fundraising, a Community Fund programme to support local community causes, and a Bring your Child to Work policy for the school holidays and to inspire the talent of tomorrow.