Ashford Pride takes place on 21st June and the sponsorship is part of a packed programme to showcase Pride at Sysco GB, with every site in the network undertaking activities to support the LGBTQ+ community. The Pride programme includes:
- Famous Faces: highlighting some of the famous faces who are part of the LGBTQ+ community
- Fun with Flags: showing what the flags associated with the Pride movement represent
- Pride Gay Anthems: featuring some of the songs that the LGBTQ+ community has embraced
Paul Nieduszynski, chief executive of Sysco GB, said: “I’m proud of the way that the business, not just in the UK, but globally, has come together to support the LGBTQ+ community. At Sysco, it’s not just about a day or a month, it’s about supporting colleagues for life.
“Creating and embracing a diverse workforce is incredibly important to our business and spectrum, the human resources team and the senior leadership all play their part in making a lasting contribution to how diversity is viewed within Sysco GB.”
As part of its programme, Sysco GB will be fundraising for AKT, which supports displaced LGBTQ+ young people, providing safe homes and a better future.