Apply to be a Role Model Ambassador

We are pleased to announce that we have created an exciting new opportunity to influence the LGBT+ inclusion agenda for the investment & savings industry. We’re looking for exceptional, passionate people to join Project 1000 as our new Role Model Ambassadors.

Project 1000 is our 5-year drive to spotlight 1000 inspiring LGBT+ and ally individuals globally within the investment & savings industry. Role models are spotlighted on our website, and also have the opportunity to participate in our campaigns and events. Project 1000 is free to participate in, and collaborates with the Diversity Project and other initiatives and organisations.

Following the announcement of Colette Comerford as our Lead Role Model Ambassador, we are now building a strong team to form the Role Model Ambassador Group (RMAG). We’re looking to build a truly diverse team, across all sorts of identities; gender expression, sexuality, and culturally across multiple locations. We want to encourage anyone who is interested in supporting the advancement of inclusion across the investment & savings industry to apply.

Colette says:

“I can’t think of a more exciting way to start a New Year and my new position as Lead Role Model Ambassador than with this important recruitment drive. For Role Model Ambassadors, this is a terrific opportunity to drive Project 1000’s goal for greater visibility, building belonging and connection for more LGBT+ individuals and allies across the investment & savings industry. Role models can make a real difference and given the incredible individuals who have already stepped into the spotlight, I have no doubt that we will achieve our goal of 1000 role models over five years. As part of this commitment, it is crucial that we have representation across all identities, gender expression, sexual orientation and global locations. If you want to make a positive difference in the industry and can help us achieve greater inclusion, please sign up.”

Our Role Model Ambassadors will work closely with the LGBT Great team, and take a leading role in our campaigns, with the opportunity to shape the direction of the industry. This is a critical part of our visibility pillar. With 92% of employees in the investment & savings industry looking for visible LGBT+ and ally role models at board level, the need for our role model programme is clear.

 Jack Williams, Membership Delivery Consultant at LGBT Great, said:

“Visible role models are a critical part of any company’s development, and this is no different for LGBT+ diversity & inclusion. We know that emerging talent want to see people that they can aspire to be like, and with the creation of the Role Model Ambassadors, we’re heightening visibility. I’m excited to see the positive impact on businesses that comes from this.”

If you’re interested in this pro-bono position, or would like more information, click here to download the role specification. If you have any questions, please get in touch at info@lgbtgreat.com.