Allan Reid (They/Them)
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant
Allan is an experienced EDI professional having worked as a D&I Officer for Network Rail Scotland and active membership of various EDI groups, including the Alba Alliance.
Allan is passionate about ensuring that the world becomes a fairer and more just place for everyone. They believe that EDI in the workplace will improve the quality of life for more people as the initiatives are taken into communities by the employees.
Allan has experience in a number of different roles and has viewed the opportunity of access, the diversity and inclusivity of different industries and departments. They have experience in working with initiatives to improve opportunities for poorer communities and kids with learning difficulties, championing the rights of the LGBTQ+ Community, being a vocal anti-racist and feminist. Through these roles and experience, Allan has become aware of the extensive issues for EDI within workplaces. Allan’s goal is to make their own job redundant by building a legacy for EDI, building it into the fabric of society as well as business ensuring that even as things change, uniqueness is celebrated, respected and valued.
Allan is focused on providing educated EDI advice in order to raise awareness, identify gaps in strategy and provide solutions to address issues.