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The launch of ISEP in July was attended by a number of our Fellows, pictured, showcasing the breadth of expertise across sectors and specialisms that define our community.
On the same day, a dedicated Fellows Network met to focus on identifying critical skills gaps within the profession and exploring practical solutions. Insights from this session will directly inform future initiatives.
Our Fellows continue to lead with impact. As part of their legacy ambitions, ISEP chair Dr Shamir Ghumra FISEP and Amanda Williams FISEP, both part of our People of Colour mentoring pilot scheme, joined two mentees in a webinar to share outcomes from the pilot and announce the launch of our new cohort. The recording is available online.
Back row (from left): Michael Nates, David Dowson, Matthew Goldberg, Kirsty Green-Mann, Laila Takeh, Andy Griffiths, Peter Watts, Carl von Reibnitz, Heidi Barnard and Pete Caddock
Front row (from left): Martin Baxter, Anya Ledwith, Arlette Anderson, Beth Knight, Gill Mulroe and Helen Woolston
Blog: How to network and why it matters in sustainability
Nicola Stopps FISEP offers some insights on the importance of engaging with like-minded career professionals, tips on how to start a conversation and network effectively, and the benefits of creating strong and enduring connections.
Workshop: Interested in becoming an ISEP Fellow?
Register for our Fellow Member Upgrade Digital Workshop on 22 October 12.00–13.00 BST. This online interactive event will enable you to explore the highest level of ISEP membership. You do not need to be a member to attend. Price £25.
www.bit.ly/MemberUpgradeWorkshop
As part of our equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) strategy, website users can now access a wide range of accessibility and language support tools though Recite Me assistive technology.
This inclusive approach is essential in supporting individuals who may face challenges on websites because of disabilities, learning difficulties, visual impairments, or for those who speak English as a second language.
The Recite Me assistive toolbar is available on the ISEP, Green Careers Hub and Diverse Sustainability Initiative websites. The toolbar includes screen-reading functionality, multiple reading aids, customisable styling options and an on-demand live translation feature that boasts more than 100 languages including 65 text-to-speech and styling options.
ISEP Europe was delighted to host the Institute’s first corporate partners event under the new mantle. Fittingly, the session, organised by Alan Darby, focused on Europe and the EU.
The interactive panel explored the complexities, challenges and opportunities of operating across multiple regulatory landscapes, examined some of the Europe-wide legislation and considered implications for national governments.
The conversation, chaired by Damien Plant FISEP, co-chair of ISEP Europe, featured Peter Bragg, EMEA sustainability and government affairs director at Canon, and Tertius Beneke, chief sustainability officer at CargoLux.
Both speakers were refreshingly candid, tackling the ‘tsunami of regulations’ and the ever-shifting movement of goalposts associated with them, and the challenges of truth-telling in today’s climate. They also touched on discussions around the continued relevance of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Highlights included:
This first Eurocentric session for corporate partners marks the beginning of what we hope will be a continuing series. ISEP Europe is now working closely with ISEP Central to ensure members stay informed about pivotal European developments through corporate events, webinars, Transform and ISEP Connect.
Thanks to Alan Darby for leading the initiative and to Beneke and Bragg for their thoughtful contributions.
The Big Sustainability Expo & Awards 2025
Thursday 9 October, 10.00 to 15.30
The Expo is dedicated to the reduction of the environmental impact of organisations.
•Visit www.bit.ly/BigSustainabilityExpo2025
Global Networks Volunteer Forum
Tuesday 14 October, 8.00 to 9.30 BST, online
An opportunity for volunteers to connect with head office, receive updates and engage in meaningful discussions.
Visit www.bit.ly/VolunteerForumMeeting to book
ISEP New Member Meet and Greet
Friday 24 October, 11.00 to 12.00 BST, online
A chance for members who have recently joined to meet ISEP and their fellow peers in a friendly and informative session.
Visit www.bit.ly/ISEPMeetAndGreet to book
