The Power of Us: Meat Business Women's Campaign for Gender Balance and Inclusion

At Meat Business Women, we believe that everyone must play their part in achieving gender balance and making collective change within the meat industry, which has given rise to our new campaign, The Power of Us. Grounded in the insights from our 2023 Gender Representation Report, this initiative address gender inclusion head-on, fostering a more diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone, regardless of gender.

Our global research underscores the importance of diversity and inclusion for thriving workplaces. The Report reveals that 53% of people working in the meat industry think that inclusion has moved up the agenda. Howeverthere is more to be done in this space.  A significant 78% of respondents believe that creating the right environment for women to succeed is key to improving gender inclusion.

These findings highlight an need for action. By launching The Power of Us, we are calling on everyone in the industry to contribute to gender balance and inclusion. Our goal is to ensure that women’s careers are supported at every stage and that everyone, regardless of gender, age, race, or background, works together to foster positive change.

To drive this initiative forward, we have taken several key actions:

• CEO Roundtable: In March 2024, we hosted a CEO roundtable that brought together leaders from across the meat industry. This event provided a platform to discuss pressing issues and commit to actionable steps towards enhancing gender inclusion. Find out more about our CEO Roundtable here.
• Strengthening Networks: We are working to strengthen industry networks, facilitating the sharing of best practices and promoting collaborative efforts towards gender balance.
• Inclusion Allyship Toolkit: Understanding the critical role of allyship in driving inclusion, we have developed an Inclusion Allyship Toolkit. This resource is designed to help individuals understand and implement allyship in their daily interactions, supporting colleagues of all genders.

How You Can Get Involved

The success of The Power of Us depends on the active participation of everyone across the industry. Here’s how you can contribute:

• Download the Inclusion Allyship Toolkit: Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to be an effective ally. The toolkit is available for download on our website.
• Share Your Actions: We encourage you to share your efforts and the positive changes you’re making on social media using the hashtag #ThePowerofUs. Your stories can inspire others to take action.
• Commit to Continuous Learning: Stay informed about best practices in gender inclusion and strive to apply them in your workplace.

Our campaign is a call to action for everyone to step up, support one another, and create a more inclusive industry. Together, we can make a significant impact and pave the way for a more balanced and thriving workplace. This is #ThePowerOfUs

Find out more about the campaign here and download the Inclusion Allyship toolkit here.