Training, development & wellbeing 53 www.aftermarketonline.net NOVEMBER 2025 Championing diversity across auto sector New Ben course to boost business while fostering ‘fairer, more respectful and more innovative workplace’ An equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) training course has been launched for employees in the automotive sector by industry charity Ben. The course covers the impact of EDI, strategies for recognising and addressing bias and how to champion diversity as a driving force for innovation and collaboration within organisations. The four-hour course, deliverable either face-to-face or virtually, is designed to help automotive workers and their employers foster an inclusive workplace culture, Ben said. Course participants will have open conversations about the significance of EDI in the workplace, learn how unconscious bias operates and explore practical ways to embed inclusive practices across their organisation. Ben Training is rooted in support as all profits generated from course bookings support the charity’s mission of providing free, confidential health and wellbeing support for life to those who work, or have worked, in the automotive industry and their families. Julie Hayes, specialist services lead at Ben, said: “We’re delighted to be launching our new EDI training. This helps build a fairer, more respectful, and more innovative workplace while also driving business success.” Hayes said that Ben, with over 120 years serving the automotive industry, was best placed to support automotive workers, offering the training needed to help them to live well and work well, as well as working closely with employers to build a resilient and motivated workforce. “There are many compelling reasons for automotive companies to invest in EDI training. Inclusive workplaces promote mutual respect and belonging, helping employees feel valued, improving engagement and retention.” Diverse perspectives fuel creativity, innovation and stronger decisionmaking, while improved cultural awareness enhances customer relations and reputation, Hayes said. In addition, proactive EDI training reduces the risk of discrimination claims and boosts overall business performance, and Hayes said she hoped automotive businesses will consider Ben as their next training partner. Visit www.ben.org.uk/ editraining to find out more about the initiative and book EDI training, and www.ben. org.uk/partnerwithus for details about working with the charity. Compelling reasons for auto companies to invest in EDI training
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