A business organisation in Coventry and Warwickshire is backing a programme to support employers to be more inclusive.
The Fair Chance Employer Programme, launched by the Warwickshire Skills Hubs in November 2021, has been running a series of extensive support packages for businesses and those looking for work.
Now the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce is lending its support to the programme and is encouraging businesses to sign up as a fair chance employer.
Louise Bennett, chief executive of the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, said: "This is one of those great programmes that really is a win-win.
"Businesses across the region are telling us there is a recruitment crisis and that they need people to be able to grow.
"And there are people across our region who are keen to find employment but may, for a whole myriad of reasons, need some additional support to get into the workplace. Being a fair chance employer is a great way of helping people into work.
"We are backing this wonderful initiative from the Warwickshire Skills Hub and would encourage companies across the patch to find out more about the programme."
The programme offers employers a dedicated skills advisor, advice on salary support and incentive schemes, a jobs board and funded recruitment films.
While those looking for work can access employability support, job and interview coaching, travel support and a training package.
To sign up to the programme, or for more information, contact the Warwickshire Skills Hub.
