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Happy #IDPWD! Removing societal barriers unleashes talent for everyone. Let's make the Social Model and workplace inclusion a year-round priority. At Patchwork Hub, we're here to help you drive change with talent attraction, training, and consultancy. Reach out today!
Purple background with heading that reads, “International Day of Disabled People 2025”. Below that in a blue bar, text reads “Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress”. Below that, there is a small Patchwork Hub logo among stylized clouds above three pale yellow shapes, each containing a graphic of a pair of people doing everyday activities. One person in each pair has a visible disability. Below that, text reads “3 easy ways you can support! 1, support disabled-owned businesses; 2, advocate for change in your organization; 3, keep an open mind to consistently listen and learn”. Web address “patchworkhub.org” is at the bottom of the image.
December 3, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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💜🧦 Join Purple Sock Day on Dec 3, 2025 (International Day of Disabled People)! Buy and wear the official purple socks to support the Purple Sock Fund, which gives grants/mentoring to disabled entrepreneurs, removing barriers and promoting inclusion. Spread the word with #PurpleSockDay!
Dark plum background with heading reads ‘What is purple sock day?’. Below text says ‘Purple Sock Day is on 3rd December 2025. It celebrates the International Day of Disabled People through a simple act of mass participation and impact…’. Below text is a photo of Patchwork Hub’s founder, Beth, holding up some purple socks and arrow signalling next slide. Same background with text which continues ‘...buying and wearing a pair of purple socks!’ Text is surrounded by 3 cutout photos of purple socks: team jumping in the air wearing their socks, Beth and Parallel’s founder Andrew Douglass holding this year’s socks, and an adorable dog wearing the 4 previous designs on each leg. Same background with heading reads ‘What is purple sock day?’. Below text says ‘All proceeds go to the Purple Sock Fund, managed by BASE UK, supporting disabled entrepreneurs through grants and mentoring.’ Below is a cutout photo of a group of disabled entrepreneurs and supporters holding their socks and smiling. Final slide - same background with heading reads ‘How can I get involved?’. Below text says ‘Grab your pair of purple socks and get hashtagging #PurpleSockDay. Help raise awareness for disability inclusion with some sustainable style with impact!’ Below is a cutout photo of Beth and Isaac with their socks and a sticker ‘£7 per pair’ and Parallel and Patchwork Hub’s logo in the corner.
December 2, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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Calling excellent communicators and experienced Project Managers with UK education sector knowledge - you could be ParalympicsGB’s new Education Social Impact Manager!

Up to £45,000 yearly
Hybrid, London
Apply by 12/12 here: patchworkhub.link/PGB-Edu-Soc-Impact-Mgr

#Accessibility #DisabilityJobs
Mustard and purple graphic advertising a new inclusive job opportunity. Below Patchwork Hub’s logo, header text reads ‘Now Hiring: Education Social Impact Manager, ParalympicsGB’. At the top left is ParalympicsGB’s logo, with key job information listed below which reads: ‘London | Hybrid | Up to £45,000 | Apply by 12/12’. Text beside this reads: ‘Would you like to make a difference in youth sport across the UK? ParalympicsGB are looking for an Education Social Impact Manager to lead and develop their programmes and campaigns for schools. Read more and apply now at patchworkhub.org/job (link in caption).’ Same background with ‘Key role requirements’ header text. To the top left is ParalympicsGB’s logo, with key job information listed below (as on page 1). To the right, text reads: ‘ParalympicsGB has two main priorities - preparing an excellent team for each summer and winter games, and inspiring social change. In this permanent role, you will: Work with the Get Set team to design, develop and manage projects on the programme. Engage with a range of education stakeholders to promote inclusive access to youth sport. Establish the new Get Set for Equal Play project. Conduct research into best practice in PE and school sport.’ Same background with ‘Does this sound like you?’ header text. To the top left is ParalympicsGB’s logo, with key job information listed below as on pages 1 and 2. To the right, text reads: ‘Leader, organiser, problem solver. Experience of programme planning, delivery and evaluation. Knowledge of, and experience in, the education and sports sectors. Able to undertake and use findings from desk-based research. Collaborative and an excellent communicator. Read more and apply now at: Patchworkhub.org/job (link in caption)’.
November 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Are you Zoonou’s next #Accessibility Test Analyst? Develop your knowledge of HTML, CSS and WCAG in this flexible role.

- £30,000-£35,000 yearly
- Remote, hybrid or on-site (Eastbourne) working options
- Apply by 22/12

Read more and apply: patchworkhub.link/Zoonou-Test-Analyst
#WCAG #DisabilityJobs
Purple graphic advertising a new flexible job opportunity. Header text reads ‘Now Hiring on Patchwork Hub’. To the right of the header is Zoonou’s logo, with key job information listed below which reads: ‘ Accessibility Test Analyst, Zoonou, £30-£35,000 yearly, Apply by 22nd December’. At the bottom is the web address patchworkhub.org (link in caption).
November 24, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Looking for #FlexibleWork? We have #remote and #hybrid roles - find more at patchworkhub.org/job

Accessibility Test Analyst
patchworkhub.link/Zoonou-Test-AnalystJR

Senior Climate Change Scientist
patchworkhub.link/UKHSA-Snr-ClimChange-Sci

Project Manager
patchworkhub.link/NatArch-ProjMan
Plum graphic with header “Flexible Job Opportunities” lists 3 roles: Accessibility Test Analyst (Zoonou), Eastbourne, Remote, Hybrid, Onsite, salary £30,000-£35,000, apply by 22/12; Senior Climate Change Scientist (UK Health Security Agency), UK, Remote, salary £41,983 - £52,113, apply by 2711; Project Manager (The National Archives), London, Hybrid, salary £39,567 - £48,460, apply by 3/12. Apply at Patchworkhub.org/job
November 21, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Patchwork Hub has been awarded Best Small Employer at the BASE UK Awards!

An incredible milestone to be recognised nationally in such a competitive category.

Here’s to everyone pushing for better, even when it’s hard. 💜

#DisabilityInclusion #DisabledLed #AccessibleWorkplaces
Collage of 3 photos of the Awards evening at Wembley Stadium. From left to right, photo 1 is Beth delivering her acceptance speech on stage holding their award with colleague Dan behind. Photo 2 is the BASE UK Graphic which reads ‘Patchwork Hub Winner. Small/Micro Employer Category’ with BASE UK’s logo and trophy in the background. Photo 3 shows Beth and Dan outside post-win, with the iconic Wembley arch in the background.
November 19, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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Empathetic, curious, and able to interpret HTML and CSS? You could be Zoonou’s next #Accessibility Test Analyst!

- £30,000-£35,000 yearly
- Remote, hybrid or on-site (Eastbourne) working options
- Apply by 22/12

Read more and apply at patchworkhub.link/Zoonou-Test-Analyst

#WCAG #DisabilityJobs
Light blue and pink graphic advertising a new flexible job opportunity. Below Patchwork Hub’s logo, header text reads ‘Now Hiring: Accessibility Test Analyst, Zoonou’. At the top left is Zoonou’s logo, with key job information listed below which reads: ‘Eastbourne | Remote, Hybrid or Onsite | £30-£35,000 | Apply by 22/12’. Text beside this reads: ‘Are you empathetic, curious, and able to interpret HTML and CSS? Zoonou are looking for a Test Analyst to join their team, helping brands build more accessible digital experiences. Read more and apply now at patchworkhub.org/job’ (link in caption).’ Same background with ‘Key role requirements’ header text. To the top left is Zoonou’s logo, with key job information listed below (as on page 1). To the right, text reads: ‘Zoonou is one of the UK’s leading software testing companies, 100% employee-owned and a Certified B Corporation. In this flexible, permanent role, you will: Work closely with Accessibility Specialists to test websites and apps. Gain hands-on experience with assistive technologies. Explore how real-world barriers impact real-world users. Provide insight that leads to meaningful improvements.’ Same background with ‘Does this sound like you?’ header text. To the top left is Zoonou’s logo, with key job information listed below as on pages 1 and 2. To the right, text reads: ‘Committed to digital accessibility. Familiar with inclusive design principles including WCAG. Able to read and interpret HTML, CSS and (desirable) JavaScript. Able to communicate with clarity and confidence. Collaborative and willing to learn.’ Read more and apply now at: Patchworkhub.org/job (link in caption)’.
November 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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For #LivingWageWeek we have jobs from employers committed to a #LivingWage - find more at patchworkhub.org/job

Assistant Lab Technician
patchworkhub.link/ScotGov-Asst-LabTech

Scheme Manager
patchworkhub.link/WalGov-Mgr-LandAcq

Accessibility Tester
patchworkhub.link/Fable-AccTester-Remote
Purple graphic with header “Living Wage Job Opportunities” lists 3 roles: Scottish Government, Assistant Laboratory Technician, Edinburgh, Onsite, Salary £25,235 - £28,131, Apply by 26/11. Welsh Government, Scheme Manager - Land Acquisition, Wales, Onsite, £29,657 - £33,748, Apply by 17/11. Fable, Accessibility Tester - freelance, Remote, Hourly rate £24-£34, Apply by 9/12. Apply at Patchworkhub.org/job
November 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Recognizing the impact of conflict on #veterans and civilians, #PatchworkHub advocates for #InclusiveHiring this #RemembranceDay. We seek a supported transition to work for all, recommending adjustments like recognizing #TransferableSkills, accepting CV gaps, and offering #FlexibleWorking.
Title slide is on a dark plum bauhaus background, with white and red poppies decoratively placed. A circular badge reads ‘Remembering. Recognising. Rebuilding’. Below, title reads ‘How employers can support veterans, refugees, and others affected by conflict to access meaningful work.’ @PatchworkHub’s handle and arrow signals next slide. Same background with text reads ‘Implementing reasonable adjustments could enable those with experience of conflict to access and sustain meaningful employment - whether they’re returning home or finding a new one…’ Above text is an image of 2 figures sitting down supporting one another. For additional details on reasonable adjustments, please view our extended versions of this post on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Final slide with same background, text reads: ‘As the world remembers, and looks to build peace and safety for all, let’s also give everyone the right to make a peaceful and supported transition into secure and purposeful work.’ Below is a turquoise watercolour of silhouettes of veterans, above the white and red poppies and @PatchworkHub’s handle.
November 11, 2025 at 9:39 AM
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Looking for career progression? Check these roles out on #PatchworkHub !

Neurodiversity Support Manager
patchworkhub.link/HMPPS-ND-Support-mgr

Trainee Stonemason
patchworkhub.link/Cadw-Trainee-Stonemason

Counter Fraud Officer - part-time
patchworkhub.link/HMLR-Counter-Fraud-PT
Mustard graphic with header “Job Opportunities” lists 3 onsite roles: HM Prison and Probation Service, Neurodiversity Support Manager, Sutton, Salary £42,457 - £47,098, Apply by 24/11. Cadw - Welsh Government, Trainee Stonemason, £24,421–£28,246, apply by 27/11. HM Land Registry, Counter Fraud Officer - part time, £32,119, Apply by 10/11. Apply at Patchworkhub.org/job
November 7, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Fable are hiring UK-based 18+ assistive-tech users as freelance testers!

- Test websites and apps using your #AssistiveTech
- £24–£34/hour, #RemoteWork
- Apply by 9/12, earlier the better

Read more and apply at https://patchworkhub.link/Fable-Tester-Assistive

#Accessibility
Light blue and pink graphic advertising Fable’s new Accessibility Tester freelance job opportunity via Patchwork Hub. Underneath Fable’s logo, key job information reads: ‘UK-based, Fully remote | Freelance role, £24-£34 hourly. Apply by 09/12’. Light blue and pink graphic with ‘Key role requirements’ header text. Key job information is listed as in image 1. Role responsibilities are listed to the right. Light blue and pink graphic with ‘Does this sound like you?’ header text. Key job information is listed, as in images 1 and 2. Key applicant requirements are listed to the right, as summarised in the caption. Interested applicants are encouraged to read more and apply now at: Patchworkhub.org/job.
November 4, 2025 at 7:47 AM
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Happy Halloween!

This spooky season, we know exclusion is the real monster lurking in the workplace. 👻

#PatchworkHub #SpookySeason #Halloween2025 #ExclusionIsTheRealMonster #FutureOfWork
Purple halloween graphic with text that reads, ‘Happy Halloween from all of us here at Patchwork Hub’. Three geometric shaped Patchwork Hub characters are dressed up in halloween costumes below the text.
October 31, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Last chance to apply!
SIA is hiring an Admin Assistant on #PatchworkHub

Admin Assistant (Services), Spinal Injuries Association
Location: Milton Keynes, hybrid working
Salary: £25,000 yearly
Apply by 9am 3/11 via: patchworkhub.link/SIA-admin-assistant
Purple “Now Hiring” graphic for Spinal Injury Association’s Admin Assistant (Services) role in Milton Keynes (hybrid). £25,000 yearly. Apply by 9am Mon 3rd November.
October 31, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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Are you a disabled job seeker starting or changing career? Do it with an apprenticeship from BBC Extend!
Learn & earn in Admin, Data, HR, Journalism, Legal, Marketing, or Production.
Salaries from £22,950, locations across the UK.
Apply by November 13th at: patchworkhub.link/BBC-apprenticeships
Mustard graphic with geometric shapes in top right corner. BBC logo in top left corner. Title underneath reads: Apprenticeships with BBC Extend. Subtitle reads: Now hiring on patchworkhub.org. Under this there is a green shape with curved edges containing text that reads: Are you 18 or older? Disabled or Neurodivergent? Looking for a new career? Ready to learn? Salaries from £22,950. Apply by 13th November. Mustard graphic with BBC logo in top left corner, listing three apprenticeships: Technical Operator, Broadcast and Media Systems, 25 months, Level 3 (London and Salford), Business Analyst with AI, 18 months, Level 4 (London), and Technical Operator, Post-production, 25 months, Level 4 (London). Salary info and apply-by dates are on slide 1 of the carousel. At the bottom of the graphic text reads: Find more at patchworkhub.org/job Mustard graphic with BBC logo in top left corner, listing three apprenticeships: Systems Engineer, Broadcast and Media, 36 month degree, Level 6 (London and Salford), Junior Journalist, 24 months, Level 5 (Cardiff), and Junior Sports Journalist, 24 months, Level 5 (Salford). Salary info and apply-by dates are on slide 1 of the carousel. At the bottom of the graphic text reads: Find more at patchworkhub.org/job Mustard graphic with geometric shapes in top right corner. BBC logo in top left corner. Title underneath reads: Level 7 - graduates. Below this, a green box containing text that reads: Trainee Solicitor - London. Duration: full-time for 30 months. Eligibility: Law degree or non-law degree plus graduate diploma in law. Location: London. Under this there is a purple shape with curved edges containing text that reads: Not for you? Not a problem! Find further BBC Extend roles and many more great opportunities from inclusive employers on our website! Browse and apply at patchworkhub.org/job
October 30, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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A knockout night in Manchester celebrating All4Inclusion’s first-ever in-person Awards (feat. the incredible Frank Bruno) 🥊

We’re proud to stand alongside so many amazing people and organisations driving change. Huge congratulations to all the nominees and winners making a difference every day.
Patchwork Hub’s purple background of Patchwork Hub’s CEO, Beth and Head of Operations, Emma stand smiling beside the legendary Frank Bruno in front of All4Inclusion’s banner.
October 25, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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ased in Greater Manchester? Check these roles out on #PatchworkHub !
Junior Journalist - Level 5 Apprentice
patchworkhub.link/bbc-sport-junior-journalist
Data Analyst
patchworkhub.link/ons-data-analyst
Case Administrator
patchworkhub.link/hmpps-case-administrator-GM
Plum graphic listing three job roles in Greater Manchester: BBC Sport Junior Journalist Apprenticeship (Salford), Office for National Statistics Data Analyst (Manchester), and HM Prison and Probation Service Case Administrator (Greater Manchester). Caption includes salary info and apply-by dates.
October 24, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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Just 53% of disabled people are employed, compared to 82% of non-disabled people.

That's a staggering 29% employment gap - the largest of its kind. 👀

At #PatchworkHub we know exclusion is never the answer, and we all benefit when disabled people have a seat at the table.

#FutureofWork
“Mustard and teal graphic with Patchwork Hub’s logo above header text reading ‘The UK’s biggest employment gap won’t close itself’. A triangular patchwork hub character falls between two cliffs holding onto a kite. The figure “53%” sits above the lower cliff, and “82%” above the taller cliff.”
October 23, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Think workplace adjustments are expensive? Think again. 💡

Offering remote work, flexible hours, providing written meeting notes & using plain, inclusive language are all free and help everyone to thrive.

Let’s start the conversation and build more inclusive workplaces. #PatchworkHub
"Slide title: ‘1. Optional home and remote working’. Bullet points list benefits like reduced travel demands and chances of overstimulation. Illustration: person working at home on a laptop." "Slide title: ‘2. Offering flexible working hours’. Benefits include allowing parents and carers to work around caring responsibilities. Illustration: parent picking up a child from school." "Slide title: ‘3. Providing meeting transcripts or written notes’. Lists benefits like allowing people to process information from meetings at their own pace. Illustration: hands typing on a laptop at a round table." "Slide title: ‘4. Using plain, accessible language’. Tips include expanding acronyms and using the active voice. Illustration: person looking confused while reading, with question marks above."
October 17, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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Based along the M4 Corridor? Check these roles out on #PatchworkHub !
Client Relationship Officer
patchworkhub.link/client-relationship-officer
Senior Accessibility Specialist
patchworkhub.link/senior-accessibility-specialist
Video Journalist
patchworkhub.link/bbc-video-journalist
Purple graphic listing three hybrid job roles: Pictet Client Relationship Officer (London), Government Digital Service Senior Accessibility Specialist (Bristol), and BBC Wales News Video Journalist (Cardiff). Caption includes salary info and apply-by dates.
October 11, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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Inclusion and mental health aren’t separate conversations. 💡

At #PatchworkHub we know that mental health is intersectional, affecting 1 in 4 in the UK yearly.

So this #WorldInclusionDay & #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re spotlighting why mental health must be part of every inclusion roadmap. 💜
Purple graphic by Patchwork hub in celebration of World Inclusion Day and World Mental Health Day coinciding on 10th October 2025. Featuring illustrations of Patchwork Hub characters celebrating on top of an image of the Earth.
October 10, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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It’s World Dyslexia Day & Dyslexia Awareness Week 2025! 🥳

1 in 10 people in the UK are thought to be dyslexic. This year’s theme is Raise the Volume: let’s amplify dyslexic voices and celebrate their stories, strengths & potential. 📣

#DAW25 #PatchworkHub
Mustard yellow Patchwork Hub title slide celebrating Dyslexia Awareness Week, 6-12th October 2025, with theme ‘Raising the volume’. Slide 2 titled ‘Dyslexia in the workplace’, quoting stats of 1 in 10 people in the UK experiencing dyslexia, and 3.3 million adults in the UK experiencing some form of dyslexia, with many being undiagnosed. Slide 3 titled ‘Dyslexia-friendly adjustments’ which explains how dyslexia impacts how the brain processes information and what it can impact. Workplace adjustments which may benefit people with dyslexia are suggested below, also listed in the post caption. Slide 4: Titled ‘Raising the volume during #DAW25’ which signposts to the British Dyslexia Association’s website for resources on raising the volume on dyslexia in the workplace and schools. Find out more at BDADyslexia.org.uk
October 8, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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It’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month! 🥳

Disability inclusion results in:
28% higher revenue.
2x net income, 30% higher profit.
90% higher retention.
72% higher productivity.

Tell us about the benefits you’ve seen when workplaces do inclusion right.
Alt text 2: Footer with Patchwork Hub’s logo reads ‘Benefit number 1 of hiring disabled people’. Main text reads ’28% higher revenue in disability inclusive companies’ with source below. Above text, illustration of people working in an office. Alt text 3: Footer with Patchwork Hub’s logo reads ‘Benefit number 2 of hiring disabled people’. Main text reads ’Double (x2) the net income and 30% higher economic profit margins’ with source below. Above text, illustration of a team in a workspace. Alt text 4: Footer with Patchwork Hub’s logo reads ‘Benefit number 3 of hiring disabled people’. Main text reads ’90% higher retention rates in disability inclusive companies’ with source below. Above text, illustration of two people sitting working opposite together. Alt text 5: Footer with Patchwork Hub’s logo reads ‘Benefit number 4 of hiring disabled people’. Main text reads ’72% increase in employee productivity’ with source below. Above text, illustration of two people sitting at their desks working and chatting together.
October 6, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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3 new London-based roles on #PatchworkHub

Digital Officer, ParalympicsGB 🎖️
patchworkhub.link/ParalympicsGBDigitalOfficer

Senior Compliance Manager, Pictet 📈
patchworkhub.link/PictetSeniorCompliance

Interim Marketing Strategist, Smart Energy GB 💡
patchworkhub.link/SmartEnergyGBInterimMarketing
Purple graphic listing three London-based job roles: ParalympicsGB Digital Officer, Pictet Senior Compliance Manager, and Smart Energy GB Interim Marketing Strategist. Caption includes salary info and apply-by dates.
September 27, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Want to lead national messaging for a charity making a real impact?

SIA is hiring a Head of Communications on #PatchworkHub 🌐

Head of Communications, Spinal Injuries Association 🗣️
Milton Keynes, remote and/or onsite 📍
£51,780 yearly 💰
Apply by 29/09 via: patchworkhub.link/SIAHeadofComms
Alt text: Purple “Now Hiring” graphic for Spinal Injury Association’s Head of Communications role in Milton Keynes. £51,780 yearly. Apply by 29th September via Patchwork Hub.
September 25, 2025 at 7:03 AM
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Is your company only talking about inclusion, or actually living it?

Join Patchwork Hub and Purple Goat as we partner for a free webinar:
💻 From Campaigns to Company Culture: Inclusivity Across the Board
📅 Monday 22/09 | 3:30 - 4:30pm (BST)
📍 Zoom

Register at
patchworkhub.link/WebinarRegistration
Webinar graphic for Purple Goat x Patchwork Hub titled “From Campaigns to Company Culture: Inclusivity Across the Board.” Free online event on Monday 22nd September, 3:30–4:30pm. Speakers: Beth Kume-Holland, Founder & CEO of Patchwork Hub, and Dom Hyams, Global Client Director at Purple Goat.
September 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM