Greater diversity in the defence community: Opportunities and challenges
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In our latest episode, we examine the challenges and opportunities in the military community’s drive to become more representative and inclusive, including a discussion about the strategic advantage a more diverse workforce can bring. Joined by Angela Owen OBE, Founder of Women in Defence UK, and Richard Blackmore, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at BAE Systems, we demystify some terms and language, explore the benefits of reaching a critical mass, and shed light on the path forward to a stronger and more representative defence community.
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