Date/Time
Date(s) - June 16 2027
8:00am - 5:00pm
Location
Newark Showground
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge was created to highlight the benefits of gender balance and diversity in the UK rail industry.
Launched in 2016 by Women in Rail in collaboration with multi-media marketing specialists Nimble Media Ltd, this flagship event helps break down barriers, change the image of rail and ultimately bridges the skills gap in the sector.
A cross between “It’s a Knockout” and “The Krypton Factor”, The Big Rail Diversity Challenge is an all-inclusive event and provides a platform for everyone to team build and network while taking part in a mixture of fun challenges consisting of mental-, physical- and skill-based activities within gender balanced teams.
The event showcases that gender-diverse teams work better together and raises awareness of the business benefits attained when companies improve equity, diversity, and inclusion within their workforce.
THE BIG RAIL DIVERSITY CHALLENGE:
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Showcases and emphasises the positive difference diversity brings to the industry
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Brings together a cross-section of industry workforce, from undergraduates to CEOs
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Promotes organisations’ messages supporting a more diverse and inclusive workforce
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Opens doors for those looking to embark on a career in the rail industry
WHY IS EDI IMPORTANT?
A diverse and inclusive working environment, where team members’ unique needs, perspectives and potential are respected and encouraged, creates a sense of belonging. When employees feel more connected at work, they tend to work harder and smarter, producing higher quality work. As a result, organisations see huge gains in business results, innovation and decision-making.
TEAM ENTRY
Teams can represent the same company or a group of companies. In line with the event’s values, teams of 10 should be made up of a diverse mix of genders, aiming for balanced representation wherever possible.
All teams will receive:
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Breakfast on arrival, picnic-style lunch, afternoon tea and soft drinks
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Branded water bottle
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Official t-shirts displaying your team name
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A fabulous fun packed day with a serious message
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Participation in a series of physical, mental and skill-based challenges
SPECTATORS
If you would like to be involved, but would rather watch and cheer than participate, we would love to have you join in the fun.
Spectators will receive breakfast on arrival, picnic-style lunch, afternoon tea and soft drinks and an official team t-shirt displaying your team name.