Tag: Taylor Bennett Foundation

Industry’s Reverse Mentoring Scheme Grows by 50% – Signalling the UK PR Industry’s DEI Resilience

Stuart Mitchell

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and the Taylor Bennett Foundation have launched the fourth cohort of their award-winning Reverse Mentoring Programme, designed to accelerate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) progress across the public relations and communications industry. Now entering its fourth year, the scheme has grown by 50% – a powerful signal that, despite mounting pressure and scrutiny on DEI initiatives, many agencies and in-house teams are reaffirming their commitment to building inclusive cultures. Participating organisations in 2025 include BT, Virgin Money, Freuds, MONY Group, and others. Over…

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CIPR and Taylor Bennet Foundation launch 2024 BME reverse mentoring scheme

Stuart Mitchell

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and Taylor Bennett Foundation have launched the third Reverse Mentoring Scheme to tackle equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) challenges in the PR industry. Over the following 10 months, the scheme will challenge the general organisational infrastructure and representation in the PR and communications sectors, championing diversity and inclusion and working towards change in the industry. The scheme supports progressive learning as senior agency and in-house leaders are paired with a PR and comms professional from a Black, Asian, or ethnic minority background. The…

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PRCA remembers Francis Ingham, with new initiative to open doors to the profession, working with Taylor Bennett Foundation

Stuart Mitchell

PRCA, the trade association for the PR, communications and public affairs industry, this weekend marks the first anniversary of the death of its Director General, Francis Ingham, who led the organisation from 2007 to 2023 and was known for his efforts to make the industry more accessible and to support early-career practitioners. A professional development programme to break down barriers that prevent people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds from thriving in the PR and communications industry, has been launched today by the PRCA and Taylor Bennett Foundation (TBF).…

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Taylor Bennett Foundation announces 2018 alumni Natasha Ferguson as their first Chief Operating Officer

Stuart Mitchell

Renowned charity the Taylor Bennett Foundation that encourages diverse talent from Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds to pursue a career in the UK public relations and communications profession through their professional development accelerator programmes – has today announced the appointment of Natasha Ferguson as its first Chief Operations Officer.  This year is one of change and transformation with the Board of Trustees setting a new growth strategy as the Foundation celebrates 15 years in service. As Chief Operating Officer, Natasha will focus on expanding their programme reach across the…

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CIPR and Taylor Bennett Foundation launch industry-led Reverse Mentoring Scheme for PR professionals

Stuart Mitchell

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and Taylor Bennett Foundation launches the Reverse Mentoring Scheme 2023 following another successful run. Over the following 10-months, the scheme will challenge the general organisational infrastructure and representation in PR and communications. Championing diversity and inclusion will help to build trust and transparency for inclusive cultures and change in the industry.  The scheme supports progressive learning as senior leaders are paired with a PR and comms professional from the Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds. Our participants will exchange insight, challenges and experiences…

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