Introduction
The 5% Club is launching a range of Special Interest Groups (SIGs) to provide members with dedicated spaces for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and problem-solving on key workforce development sectors and groups. These forums will enable members to connect with peers who share similar interests and challenges, gain insights from industry experts/stakeholders, and contribute to best practices that drive meaningful change. By fostering focused discussions and practical solutions, the Special Interest Groups will enhance the value of membership, supporting organisations in their commitment to increasing workplace learning opportunities.
The first of our SIGs was launched in February 2025.
Armed Forces Special Interest Group
Established to support the career transitions and development of the Armed Forces community, which includes veterans, service leavers, reservists, spouses, and cadets. The SIG will provide a collaborative platform for member organizations to share best practices, develop resources, and create structured career pathways that facilitate the integration of Armed Forces members into the civilian workforce.
We were delighted to host our first in-person AFSIG meeting on 16 September, which saw excellent attendance and lively discussions. A full summary summary of the meeting is available here.
Your Chance to Get Involved
Based on the insights from the meeting, we’re now expanding the AFSIG across four key focus areas:
- Cadets
- Early Service Leavers (ESLs)
- Reservists
- Families and Spouses
If you are interested in finding out more about this SIG, or getting involved in any of the above focus areas, please provide the following details:
- Name of company
- Name of contact
- Date of covenant and whether ERS Bronze/Silver/Gold status
- Area(s) of focus from four listed above
By email to helen.tanner@5percentclub.org.uk
Please note – you must be a member of The 5% Club to participate in this SIG.
Additional SIGs
Additional SIGs will be developed according to member interest.