07 Feb 2025

The Taskforce are currently working on a new initiative 'Motivate/Educate/Celebrate'.  With their next focus being on Social Mobility and Gender Equality.

They are also looking into supporting a new charity from 2025, details will be launched soon.

They are working on a new area of the website which will be live in February.

Previously, they:

  • Held a DEI breakfast at the AREF Conference.  Discussions centered on gender roles in parental leave and management, with a broader focus on culture and talent retention.  Read more about the session here.
  • Published AREF's DE&I Policy
  • Published AREF's DE&I Guidance for Members
  • Been busy with AREF's Mentorship Scheme

To read about these initiatives, plus more information on our Taskforce, visit our DE&I Taskforce page here.

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Committee Update Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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Clare Whyte

Clare Whyte

Head of Marketing & Events, AREF

Clare is responsible for all aspects of the planning, development and execution of the marketing strategy for AREF. 

Clare leads on event management, liaising with committees and members to schedule, plan and deliver an effective events calendar for the association.  She also has overall responsibility for brand, as well as the design, development and production of marketing across both digital and offline channels, including the website.  

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