Women in Transport are excited to announce a renewal of our partnership with South Western Railway. Running 1,600 services each weekday, serving over 200 stations and 140 million customers every year, they are one of the UK’s leading train operators across the South and South West of England.
Their Vision for Inclusion focuses on recruiting and retaining the best diverse talent whilst ensuring that everyone feels respected and valued for who they are.
South Western Railway employs more than 5000 people. Their family friendly policies and inclusion initiatives promote a working environment in which everyone can feel empowered to reach their full potential in an environment where people can be themselves.
Sonya Byers, CEO at Women in Transport, said:
“We are absolutely thrilled to be continuing our partnership with South Western Railway. Their strong commitment to inclusion, sustainability, and community aligns perfectly with our mission to empower and advance women across the transport sector. I look forward to continuing to support our members and working together to create a transport sector where everyone is welcome and can thrive in their careers."
Leanne Illman (Head of Inclusion and Diversity) at South Western Railway, added:
“We are delighted to be continuing our collaboration with Women in Transport. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion, and innovation across the transport sector. Together, we look forward to creating opportunities, amplifying voices, and driving meaningful change at SWR."
For more information about South Western Railway, please visit: https://www.southwesternrailway.com/
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