ParliON
ParliON is the Workplace Equality Network (WEN) for opportunity and social mobility in Parliament. Our aim is to promote inclusion and equality of opportunity across Parliament, and to raise awareness of issues around socio-economic inclusion.
Why were we formed?
ParliON was formed in 2017 and supports the work of Parliament’s other five WENs.
While socio-economic status is not a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010, there is a growing recognition of the importance of encouraging social mobility both as an end to itself and to ensure Parliament makes the most the talents of all colleagues. ParliON helps support the administrations of both Houses rise to this challenge.
Our objectives
- To raise awareness of issues related to social mobility.
- To create a supportive and inclusive environment around socio-economic status.
- To promote equality of opportunity for all, whatever their socio-economic background.
What we do
The Network aims to create a supportive environment for people particularly from less-advantaged socio-economic backgrounds by identifying, and working to remove, barriers to opportunities for staff and raising awareness of issues related to social mobility.
Part of this work will include identifying barriers to social mobility that may not seem obvious, helping senior leaders become aware of those barriers and work with them to remove them.
The network will support its members and strive to create an inclusive working environment by providing guidance, alongside social, educational and networking opportunities to all passholders.
How to get involved
ParliON is open to all passholders that respect and champion the aims of promoting opportunity and socio-economic inclusion in Parliament.
To get involved in our work, please email parlion@parliament.uk.