LGBTQIA+
Provides LGBTQIA+ colleagues with the support of allies.
Working Families
Supports parents, those on the journey to becoming parents, and carers.
Health & Wellbeing
Provides support for those experiencing specific health conditions.
Gender Balance
Unite employees to have conversations on gender.
Ethnicity & Culture
Encourages sharing of personal and experiences to bring to light diverse cultures and beliefs.
Menopause
A safe space for people to share their experience, insight, tips and knowledge.
Armed Forces
Supports employees with the transition to SSE and recruitment of armed forces skills into energy industry.
Disability, Neurodiversity & Chronic Health
Raises awareness of disabilities, neurodivergent differences, and chronic health conditions.
Catriona Lowe
“My son, Harris was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and a learning disability back in 2019 at the age of 4 and a half years old. Harris is very much on the go, a day in the house is not an option. He gets up most days and asks where he is going and if it isn’t what is in the planned schedule of a typical week then this can lead to distress. I am fortunate that Harris’ afterschool club also runs a holiday club so non term time he can attend during my working hours however unexpected days off such as school strikes can be tough. Christmas holidays are also a difficult one for us as all the clubs shut down for the festive period. We have learned that what works for our family during this time is to go on holiday – not the cheapest but Harris loves swimming and a hot tub! I used to find birthdays and Christmas mornings particularly difficult. He can’t verbally request what he wants, and they are just another day to him so are treated much the same.
I’ve only been with SSE 15 months, however what I have noticed while I’m embedding myself in is that there is such amazing support available. Belonging groups such as working families, disability and neurodiversity and chronic health plus the health hub. I am also very fortunate to have a supportive manager who understands when things don’t go to plan e.g. Harris’ taxi hasn’t arrived/is late and I have to drive him to school. It makes a huge difference to us as a family."
