GRO Celebrates International Women’s Day

THE GREEN ROOF Organisation is lending its support to International Women’s Day on 8 March 2024.

The Green Roof Organisation (GRO) is standing up to celebrate the achievements of women worldwide and reaffirm its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). The organisation is backing the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Charter for Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscaping & Garden Media professions.

GRO Vice Chair Chris Bridgman said: “The Green Roof Organisation is open to all, and continues to actively encourage women to flourish in a growing community.

“On this International Women’s Day we reaffirm our equality, diversity and inclusion commitments and celebrate the skills, talents and leadership of all women in our industry, who themselves continue to break new ground, leading the way for future generations.”

GRO Celebrates IWD

GRO supported the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Charter following BALI’s Access All Areas webinars. Representatives from several associations – including GRO – agreed to sign a charter with the intention of putting together guidance for implementing best EDI practices or policies.

Signatories across the Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscaping & Garden Media sector to the EDI Charter confirm their commitment to progress in the breaking down of barriers in the industry and increasing access and progression for all.

International Women’s Day serves as a reminder of the progress made in advancing gender equality while also highlighting the ongoing challenges women face.

Discrimination, bias, and inequality persist in various forms, hindering true gender parity. As advocates for change, the group is committed to raising awareness and taking decisive action to drive gender equality forward.

Under the banner of #InspireInclusion, the group calls upon all stakeholders within their industries to join in celebrating the achievements of women, challenging stereotypes, and forging a more inclusive future. They hope to inspire positive change and create a more equitable world for all by amplifying women’s voices and championing their contributions.

BALI Chair Tessa Johnstone added: “The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) is committed to working together with all the Charter members to see the paradigm shift on equality in the workplace. Landscaping has always been able to offer incredibly varied roles. We need to ensure that women can see a viable route to working in the industry if they choose – and to support them. International Women’s Day offers us a much-needed platform to celebrate women’s long-standing contribution to this incredible industry.”

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