Workforce

Building a future-ready grocery workforce with the skills and talent the industry needs to thrive

Programmes and initiatives

Feeding Britain's Future

The UK food and drink industry’s united movement, led in partnership with IGD, to build a confident, skilled, and future-ready workforce. Through its clear focus on the pillars attract, develop and thrive, it aims to bring employers, educators and communities together, to inspire young people, build essential skills, support inclusive workplaces and strengthen the talent pipeline.

Campaign

Mmmake Your Mark

Delivered as part of Feeding Britain’s Future, this is IGD’s nationwide, cross-industry campaign showcasing the breadth of careers across the food system and inspiring young talent to see the sector differently. To get involved or understand how your business can amplify this, please contact us.

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Attract

Schools Programme

IGD’s Schools Programme has trained over 130,000 young people across more than 30% of secondary schools. Volunteer for one of our interactive workshops and help students discover careers in food.

Develop

Learning

IGD’s Learning Programmes support the 'Develop' pillar of Feeding Britain’s Future providing practical, industry-relevant skills that can be applied straight away, helping you move forward faster in your food industry career.

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Thrive

Reverse Mentoring Programme

The Reverse Mentoring Programme supports the 'Thrive' pillar of Feeding Britain’s Future by creating meaningful connections between leaders and under-represented voices, opening up honest conversations that drive change and build a more inclusive food and consumer goods industry.

Find out how to get involved below.