{"id":55495,"date":"2022-07-26T16:49:47","date_gmt":"2022-07-26T15:49:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk\/?p=55495"},"modified":"2024-10-15T15:15:23","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T14:15:23","slug":"sparks-programme-participants-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk\/blog\/sparks-programme-participants-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"Sparks Programme participants 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"

Keeley Tye<\/h2>\n

Metropolitan Police Service<\/h3>\n
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Why did you apply for the Sparks Programme?<\/h3>\n

I have been fortunate to have a career doing the job I have always dreamt of.<\/p>\n

I grew up around a time when Operation Trident<\/a> was formed, and I remember that vividly. As I grew up, I became more aware of my own heritage and wanted to be in a role where I could try and make a real tangible difference.<\/p>\n

But I am also acutely aware that the uniform I wear is one that symbolises deep rooted racial injustice and inequality for many communities. I joined all those years ago to be part of the change, but now I need to be at the forefront of change because we have such a long way to go.<\/p>\n

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What do you hope to gain from this experience?<\/h3>\n

Sometimes it is hard to believe that things can and will get better. But I don\u2019t underestimate the role we all have to play in this, and I know that I can do more to lead the way for others, not just those I work with but everyone.<\/p>\n

This is an amazing opportunity for me to gain the experience and skills needed to support myself, and those around me, to be the best they can be. To really embrace inclusion and stand up to inequality and injustice.<\/p>\n

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What are you most looking forward to in the Sparks Programme?<\/h3>\n

All of it! I am really looking forward to meeting new people, hearing other people\u2019s experiences and gaining new perspectives.  I am excited to learn ways that I can support others to be the best they can be, and hopefully show a more humble side of policing. I work with some truly inspirational people, but I know first-hand that the uniform we wear can be a big barrier to having conversations and building trust. Conversation is key to everything, and I am so looking forward to it.<\/p>\n

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Diana Manuel<\/h2>\n

DEFRA<\/h3>\n
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Why did you apply for the Sparks Programme?<\/h3>\n

I applied because it\u2019s the perfect opportunity to kick-start my career in inclusion and diversity.<\/p>\n

The fact that it is a sponsored programme made my decision to apply even easier because it meant that I would not have to worry about funding it.<\/p>\n

Lastly, from looking on the Inclusive Employers website I was impressed with their work, and I knew this would be a great place for me to get the support and knowledge I need to progress in I&D.<\/p>\n

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What do you hope to gain from this experience?<\/h3>\n

I hope the Sparks Programme will help me grow personally and professionally. I am excited to develop my current skills by working with others and have the chance to see some glimpses of what my future career path will look like.<\/p>\n

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What are you most looking forward to in the Sparks Programme?<\/h3>\n

I am really looking forward to collaborating with the team, learning and growing my skills. I am excited to start my career in I&D!<\/p>\n

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Alex De Araujo<\/h2>\n

Greene King Ltd<\/h3>\n
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Why did you apply for the Sparks Programme?<\/h3>\n

There are two factors that motivated me to apply:<\/p>\n