Board of Deputies of British Jews

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This is an important and welcome piece of practical guidance. Everyone should be able to participate fully in the workplace, regardless of their ethnicity or religion. The guide will help employers build greater understanding, create more inclusive workplaces for British Jews and make appropriate arrangements for colleagues to observe their faith.

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We are proud to be listed as a training partner in the updated Employer's Guide to Jews and Judaism, launched yesterday by the Board of Deputies of British Jews at Lord Mann's conference at Lancaster House. The guide is a practical resource for employers and Jewish staff alike, helping both understand their rights and handle antisemitic incidents and difficult conversations with confidence. It also makes a point many employers miss: Jewish identity is not only about religious practice. A colleague who is not observant can still identify strongly as Jewish, and still be affected by antisemitism at work. It was encouraging to see Business Secretary Rt. Hon. Jonathan Reynolds MP commit to helping bring the guide to businesses across the country. Much of our work since October 2023 has come from employers who realised they did not fully understand what their Jewish staff were experiencing. A guide is an important starting point. Turning it into practice takes training, clear policies and managers who feel confident to act. Jhive is listed in the guide for both antisemitism awareness training and Jewish cultural competence. If your organisation is thinking about how to put the guidance to use, we would be glad to talk. Congratulations to Karen Newman, Noah Katz and the team at the The Board of Deputies of British Jews Here is the link to the guide: https://lnkd.in/eqWQM9MX

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Every employee should be able to bring their whole self to work. For Jewish colleagues right now, that isn't always the case. As proud members of the The Board of Deputies of British Jews, we're delighted to share the new edition of its Employer's Guide to Jews and Judaism, launched this week at the national antisemitism conference at Lancaster House and welcomed by the Government. Developed through the BoD@Work programme after two years of consultation with employers, HR professionals and Jewish employees, the guide includes: ✅ Updated legal guidance, including why Jewish identity is protected as both an ethnicity and a religion ✅ Practical advice on religious observance and working arrangements ✅ An accessible introduction to Jewish life for managers and colleagues ✅ Clear guidance on recognising and responding to antisemitism at work It has the backing of Acas, the CBI, CIPD, the Institute of Directors and the British Chambers of Commerce, among others. Lord Mann, the Government's Independent Adviser on Antisemitism, put it simply: "Every employer needs to get a copy and use it." Here in Plymouth, we continue to support many members of our community with workplace incidents and concerns. This guide is an excellent starting point, but there is much more that responsible employers can do, and we're always happy to help. If you're an employer, HR lead or business owner in Plymouth or the South West, please read it, share it with your team, and get in touch if you'd like support. 📖 Read the guide: https://lnkd.in/eqWQM9MX #Inclusion #HR #EqualityDiversityInclusion #Antisemitism #WorkplaceCulture #Plymouth #SouthWest #FaithAtWork

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I attended the Antisemitism Policy Trust Conference at the impressive Lancaster House in London yesterday, representing the Jewish Rail Network (JRN), thanks to the JewishERGs. Brought together by the incredible mensch Lord Mann, more than 400 attendees and nine government ministers were there to discuss how we strengthen Jewish life and tackle anti-Jewish hate in Britain. The programme included Rt Hon Angela Rayner MP, Rt Hon Lisa Nandy MP, Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds MP, Chris Elmore MP, Florence Eshalomi MP, Karin Smyth MP, Kate Dearden MP and Sarah Jones MP, alongside Lord Mann and many other speakers from across different sectors. One session close to my heart was “How do we protect and empower Jewish people in the workplace?” As someone involved in the JRN, this matters to me. Jewish colleagues should feel safe, supported and able to be themselves at work without worrying about how their identity might be perceived or treated. It was great to hear from Julie Dennis, Head of Inclusive Workplace Strategy and Policy at Acas, speaking about the importance of preventing antisemitism before a complaint is even made. She highlighted how workplace culture, early intervention and support can make a real difference. Employers need to be clear about expected behaviour, make it safe for people to speak up and respond early and fairly when concerns are raised. People need to know they will be listened to and that raising a concern won’t lead to victimisation. I was also pleased to see the launch of the updated The Board of Deputies of British Jews Employer’s Guide to Jews and Judaism. It’s a really useful resource to help employers and colleagues better understand Jewish life, traditions and experiences in the workplace. https://lnkd.in/eV2aeDMd Another important discussion was around the role of trade unions in combating antisemitism, supporting Jewish members and making sure concerns about discrimination are taken seriously. The programme also covered antisemitism in healthcare, education, the arts, policing and the workplace. It reminded me how important it is to keep having these conversations and raising awareness of antisemitism in all aspects of our lives. A real highlight for me was also finally meeting some of the people I’ve connected with on LinkedIn. It’s always nice to put faces to names and I really enjoyed meeting you Paul Flaum OBE, Mark Persoff 💙, Rachelle Michaels. As someone proud of my Jewish and British identity and passionate about inclusion in the rail industry, I’m thankful to be involved in the JRN and to represent the network at events like this. Thank you to Lord Mann, the Antisemitism Policy Trust, all the speakers and the Board of Deputies for bringing everyone together for such an important day. Daniel Sassoon, Georgia Hudnott - IAP, Deborah Levy, Nadine Taylor, Mark James 🟦, Kat Burnett, Steven Phillips, Adam Dickson MCCT #Antisemitism #WorkplaceInclusion #JewishRailNetwork

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The Board of Deputies of British Jews have launched their revised and updated Employers Guide to Jews and Judaism. It’s a very helpful and useful document for organisations. I learned a lot already and I’ve not finished reading it.

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Yesterday, The Board of Deputies of British Jews launched our revised and updated Employer’s Guide to Jews and Judaism at Lord John Mann’s conference at Lancaster House. We were delighted to have the immediate support and endorsement of Business Secretary Rt. Hon. Jonathan Reynolds MP, as well as many leading organisations from the business community. He made an important commitment that he would help us to get the resource to businesses across the country. With the rise of antisemitism across so many spheres including in the workplace, we want Jewish employees to know that we’ve got their back. This guide lets employees and employers alike know their rights and how to handle antisemitic incidents or even just uncomfortable conversations about the Middle East with confidence. Please do share it with anyone you think you would find it useful, whether Jewish people who might want support, or HR professionals looking to get the best from their Jewish employees. Together, let’s build a society free of prejudice. https://lnkd.in/exyqy4Gk Particular thanks to brilliant colleagues Karen Newman and Noah Katz who drove this important project to completion.

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The Board of Deputies and BICOM were delighted to host an evening of analysis and discussion on the Israeli election polls last night, watching democracy unfold. We were privileged to be joined by an insightful panel featuring Rachel Johnson, Ben Judah, Dr Melanie Garson, Isaac Zarfati and Stephen Pollard.

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📢 New guidance for employers on tackling antisemitism in the workplace. Creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and valued is essential. The British Chambers of Commerce is pleased to share an updated guide from the The Board of Deputies of British Jews, offering practical advice to help employers better understand Jewish identity and practice, support Jewish colleagues and tackle antisemitism in the workplace. This afternoon, the BCC was one of a small group invited to a roundtable with the Secretary of State, the Rt. Hon. Jonathan Reynolds MP, to launch the guidance and discuss what more businesses and civil society can do in collaboration to address and end antisemitism. 💬 Kate Shoesmith, our Director of Policy & Insights, said: “Every employer wants to create a workplace where people feel safe and valued. This guide can help businesses better understand Jewish identity and practice, respond sensitively to employees’ needs and take a clear stand against antisemitism.” ℹ️ Read the guide here and share it with your colleagues. #WorkplaceInclusion #Antisemitism #Employers #InclusiveWorkplaces

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The Institute of Directors is happy to support the publication of the Employer's Guide to Jews and Judaism by the The Board of Deputies of British Jews. At a time of increased concern about antisemitism, this practical guide offers valuable guidance for employers and business leaders to help create workplaces where everyone feels respected, understood and included. Commenting on the publication, Director General Jon Geldart Hon DBA - Institute of Directors said: “The IoD welcomes this timely and practical guide. Directors set the tone for their organisations, and understanding the different identities, experiences and needs of colleagues is an important part of responsible leadership. Against a backdrop of increased antisemitism, this guide will help business leaders better support Jewish colleagues, accommodate religious observance appropriately and recognise and address antisemitism - helping to build more inclusive and respectful workplaces.” Creating a culture of belonging starts with understanding. This guide provides practical insights to help organisations better support Jewish colleagues and foster workplaces where people feel respected, valued and able to thrive. We encourage directors and business leaders to read the guide below and consider how its recommendations could help strengthen inclusion within their organisation. Looking for further support? A number of organisations offer specialist workplace antisemitism training, including those recommended by the The Jewish Leadership Council. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/einrYFxP

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Delighted to represent CIPD at today’s GOV.UK conference on tackling antisemitism with Rt. Hon. Jonathan Reynolds MP. At the conference The Board of Deputies of British Jews will launch their new workplace guide, which we were pleased to support in development. Workplaces free of racism, of all forms, matter. Employers have the right and responsibility to set out expected behaviours in the workplace and to create spaces where the focus is on performance and inclusion, not the political beliefs of individuals.

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Government welcomes Board of Deputies Employer's Guide to Jews and Judaism as new edition is launched at national antisemitism conference. The full guide can be found at: bod.org.uk/employers-guide.

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At our October Plenary Meeting, The Board of Deputies of British Jews has overwhelmingly voted to declare that the Green Party of England and Wales, by having adopted an antisemitic platform, has become a racist party. Read the full motion text at: https://lnkd.in/erxtZ5hQ

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After a unanimous vote at our October Plenary Meeting, the Board of Deputies of British Jews warmly welcomes our newest member, The Jewish Medical Association UK!

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