Diversity & Inclusion

Here at Lithia UK, we are proud that we work in partnership with our colleague D&I networks to celebrate, educate and continually improve our workplace environment.

It’s important to us that everyone takes personal ownership for how they show up and behave because we want all colleagues to feel a sense of belonging.  

Everyone’s contribution matters because growth is powered by people.  We want colleagues to enjoy what they do and to have fun, because we want our colleagues to thrive and grow with the Lithia family.

Our colleague networks are open to all. They are inclusive not exclusive. They offer connection, opportunities for deliberation, education and support with a collective goal of creating a sense of belonging for all.   Whether you are a direct member of any specific community group or are keen to be an ally thereof, our networks are here for you.

Find out more about our networks below!

• Faith & Culture Network aim to create a community that celebrates everyone’s cultural background and faiths, without judgment.  The Network is about sharing our differences and recognising what makes us human. 
• Ability Network aims to bring a positive change and give confidence that enables colleagues to have meaningful conversations about disability, at dealership and Group level. 
• Race & Ethnicity Network are keen to turn the dial and empower meaningful change within the business. Colleagues representing all ethnic minority backgrounds, as well as allies, are invited to join a fresh conversation about how to support and progress the Group’s race equality inclusion journey here at Lithia UK.
• Gender Network believe that no matter how you identify, gender equality is everyone’s responsibility. Men and women, inclusive of colleagues who may identify as Trans or non-binary, experience inequalities and barriers and the network are dedicated to advancing gender equality and inclusivity for all.
• Pride Network and its members are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for all LGBTQ+ colleagues and Pride allies. The network helps to drive positivity, increase greater awareness and celebrate the contributions of our LGBTQ+ colleagues. 

Over the past few years here are just a few examples the great awareness campaigns and activities that our fabulous D&I networks have co-created to deliver with us here at Lithia UK.

The networks’ voices are positively shaping and informing Lithia UK's policy development and growing our inclusive practice.

• Growing number of Mental Health First Aiders
• LGBT History Month
• Men's Health Week
• Time to Talk Day
• Neurodiversity Awareness Week
• Black History Month
• Menopause in the workplace awareness and guidance
• Prayer link feature
• International Women's Day
• Disability History Month and Purple Tuesday
• South Asian Heritage Month
• World Mental Health Day
• Introduced a Multi-faith and quite reflective space at Loxley House.
• Celebration / education of key faith and religious celebration date
• Pride Marches at Birmingham and Nottingham- 2023 and 2024 sponsor of Nottingham Pride
• Sponsorship of Autocar Great Women 2023 Awards, Annual sponsor of 30% Automotive Club’s #Who Inspires You? Campaign