The Big Rail Diversity Challenge

The Big Rail Diversity Challenge The Big Rail Diversity Challenge, brought to the industry by Women in Rail, seeks to raise awareness for the benefits of gender diversity.

We are thrilled to welcome Beacon to their first Big Rail Diversity Challenge!In their own words, "At Beacon, we recogni...
05/06/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Beacon to their first Big Rail Diversity Challenge!

In their own words, "At Beacon, we recognise that a strong and sustainable rail industry is built on attracting, supporting, and developing talented people from all backgrounds. The Big Rail Diversity Challenge and Women in Rail play an important role in promoting inclusion, encouraging collaboration and broadening participation across the rail industry. These initiatives bring the rail community together in a positive and engaging way, fostering teamwork, shared learning, and stronger professional connections. We are proud to support initiatives that contribute towards a more inclusive and resilient railway sector for the benefit of all."

đź—“ 17 June 2026
đź“ŤNewark Showground

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We're counting down to The Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2026 - with just two weeks to go, will you be there?
03/06/2026

We're counting down to The Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2026 - with just two weeks to go, will you be there?

Pride Month is a time to recognise and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, while reaffirming the importance of equity, respe...
01/06/2026

Pride Month is a time to recognise and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, while reaffirming the importance of equity, respect and inclusion in the workplace.

Inclusive cultures ensure that everyone feels safe to be themselves, valued for who they are, and supported to contribute fully. When people feel accepted and respected, organisations benefit from stronger engagement, collaboration and performance.

At Big Rail Diversity, we continue to support workplaces across the rail industry where diversity is respected and inclusion is embedded throughout the year.

We are thrilled to welcome Unipart to their first Big Rail Diversity Challenge!In their own words, "At Unipart, we belie...
29/05/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Unipart to their first Big Rail Diversity Challenge!

In their own words, "At Unipart, we believe that diversity and teamwork are the primary engines of innovation. Supporting The Big Rail Diversity Challenge is a natural extension of our culture, where we recognise that a diverse workforce, representing a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, is essential for solving the complex, safety-critical challenges of the rail industry.

Our team’s enthusiasm for this event stems from a shared conviction - we are stronger when we bring different viewpoints together. We are passionate about creating a high-performance environment where every individual feels respected, empowered and equipped to contribute their best work.
We are proud to represent the modern, inclusive face of rail. By competing, we aren't just building internal relationships and networking with industry peers; we are actively challenging stereotypes and advocating for gender equity across the sector. For Unipart, this is an opportunity to demonstrate that when people from all walks of life collaborate constructively, we deliver more innovative, socially responsible solutions for the future of the network."

đź—“ 17 June 2026
đź“ŤNewark Showground

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We are thrilled to welcome Network Rail Technical Authority to their first Big Rail Diversity Challenge!In their own wor...
28/05/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Network Rail Technical Authority to their first Big Rail Diversity Challenge!

In their own words, "At Network Rail, we are committed to creating a railway that reflects the diverse communities it serves, where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. Supporting The Big Rail Diversity Challenge and Women in Rail aligns closely with our ongoing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) ambitions, our belief that inclusive cultures drive better outcomes for our people and our industry and our Everyone Belongs strategy. It’s all about making sure our workplace is welcoming and inclusive, and that our people reflect the diverse communities and passengers we serve – with different backgrounds, perspectives, abilities and beliefs.

We want everyone to feel valued for what they bring and to be able to do their best work in an environment where they belong. Taking part in the challenge is a great way to bring those values to life. It will give us the chance to connect with others across the industry, highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion, and show our collective commitment to building a better, more inclusive railway for everyone."

đź—“ 17 June 2026
đź“ŤNewark Showground

To explore additional benefits and register your team, visit: https://bigraildiversity.co.uk/enter-today

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We are thrilled to welcome back GTR to The Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2026! Their continued support and commitment to ...
27/05/2026

We are thrilled to welcome back GTR to The Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2026! Their continued support and commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the rail industry is truly inspiring.

In their own words, “I’m thrilled that GTR is once again taking part in The Big Rail Diversity Challenge in partnership with the wider railway industry. This event is a brilliant way to highlight that diverse teams work better together and gives our colleagues an opportunity to network, team build, and fundraise while having fun.

At GTR, our people are at the heart of everything we do, and I’m committed to creating a diverse workforce which represents the communities we serve. I want our colleagues to be at the forefront of this positive change, so I’m excited to see what inspiring ideas come as a result of this event and how it will help us to develop, retain and attract a wealth of talent.”

-Angie Doll, CEO

đź—“ 17 June 2026
đź“ŤNewark Showground

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We are thrilled to welcome Avanti West Coast to their first Big Rail Diversity Challenge!In their own words, "Avanti Wes...
26/05/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Avanti West Coast to their first Big Rail Diversity Challenge!

In their own words, "Avanti West Coast are proud to support Women in Rail as part of our wider commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. The rail industry has historically been male-dominated and we know that increasing female representation is essential to building a more inclusive, innovative and sustainable workforce that better reflects the communities it serves.

Supporting Women in Rail helps organisations attract and retain talented individuals, address industry skills shortages and create stronger leadership pipelines across all levels of the business. Diverse teams bring broader perspectives, improved problem-solving, and better decision-making, all of which contribute to organisational performance and culture.

We also recognise the importance of understand the nuances of our industry and our workforce to better understand the barriers that may impact women across our employee lifecycle and during their time working with us. This includes promoting inclusive recruitment practices, career development opportunities, mentoring, flexible working, educating our workforce and supportive workplace policies.

By actively supporting women in rail, we are committing to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive whilst also helping to inspire future generations of women to consider careers in rail, contributing to a more modern, more representative and more inclusive railway for the future."

đź—“ 17 June 2026
đź“ŤNewark Showground

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We're counting down to The Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2026 - with just four weeks to go, will you be there?
20/05/2026

We're counting down to The Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2026 - with just four weeks to go, will you be there?

Mental Health Awareness Week is an opportunity to highlight the importance of mental wellbeing and to encourage open, su...
11/05/2026

Mental Health Awareness Week is an opportunity to highlight the importance of mental wellbeing and to encourage open, supportive conversations at work.

Creating inclusive workplaces means recognising that mental health affects everyone, and ensuring people feel supported, respected and able to access help when needed. Positive cultures, understanding leadership and flexible approaches all play a role in supporting wellbeing.

At Big Rail Diversity, we continue to support initiatives that place mental health and wellbeing at the heart of inclusive, sustainable workplaces across the rail industry.

We are thrilled to welcome back Nuclear Transport Solutions to The Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2026! Their continued su...
05/05/2026

We are thrilled to welcome back Nuclear Transport Solutions to The Big Rail Diversity Challenge 2026! Their continued support and commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the rail industry is truly inspiring.

In their own words, "NTS seek to attract people from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. We have appointed an executive level sponsor who is the driving force of our diversity action plans, raising the awareness of diversity and inclusion across NTS, and supporting the HR team to transform diversity across the business.

Supporting initiatives like the Women in Rail and The Big Rail Diversity Challenge helps us to stay connected to industry-wide networks and ensure that we remain at the forefront of diversity and inclusion."

đź—“ 17 June 2026
đź“ŤNewark Showground

To explore additional benefits and register your team, visit: https://bigraildiversity.co.uk/enter-today

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