Diversity Project's Parenting Horizons initiative

Comprehensive parental support in the workplace

Eve Maddock-Jones
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The journey to and through parenthood is as diverse as it is challenging for so many, with fertility treatments, miscarriages, baby loss, surrogacy, adoption and mental health challenges all common hurdles facing members of the population on their individual parenting journeys.

Yet, while many investment firms have parental leave policies in place to support employees who encounter a smooth and straightforward path to and through parenthood, these policies are often lacking when it comes to those on a more complex journey. However, supporting employees on these less standard parenthood paths is crucial. Not only from a compassionate point of view, but also from a strategic one too. Diversity Project: The investment industry is still lacking when it comes to embracing differences It aids employee retention and fosters a supportive, inclusive, and productiv...

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