Don’t Get Left Behind without the Right Team: Inclusive Workplaces for Young People
Date: Thursday 20 November 2025
Time: 10:00 - 11:30
Location: Online
About this event
The world of work is changing—and so are the expectations of young people entering it. This engaging and practical webinar is designed to help employers across the West Midlands understand how to build inclusive, future-ready workplaces that attract, support, and retain young talent—especially those with lived experience of disability or long-term health conditions.
We’ll explore the current youth employment landscape, the unique characteristics of today’s young workforce, and how businesses can adapt to meet their needs while unlocking untapped potential.
Who should attend?
Business owners, HR professionals, team leaders, and anyone responsible for recruitment, retention, or workplace culture who wants to future-proof their organisation and embrace inclusive practices.
In this session, we will cover:
- The youth unemployment landscape and the impact of Universal Credit, Fit Notes, and PIP.
- What the Disability Confident scheme is and how it works (Committed, Employer, Leader levels).
- The real benefits of becoming Disability Confident—and how to make it meaningful.
- The difference between reasonable and workplace adjustments—and why it matters.
- Costs, benefits, and how to access support like Access to Work.
- How to ensure adjustments are lived, not just listed.
- Creating genuine opportunities for progression and recognition.
- Building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with practical tools, fresh insights, and a renewed commitment to building a workplace that works for everyone—especially the next generation.
We're excited to have you join us. Please click here to reserve your spot at this event.
This event is FREE to attend. It is funded and hosted by Business Growth West Midlands.
