Do you work with, or have an interest in, ethnic minority employment issues? Would you like the opportunity to influence Government policy in this area?

The Ethnic Minority Advisory Group (EMAG), the stakeholder group which advises Government on employment issues, is seeking applications for membership. Download an application form.

Whilst the ethnic minority employment gap has narrowed over recent years, it still stands at 13.8 percentage points and recent research shows that racial discrimination still exists in recruitment practices. EMAG provides advice to the Ethnic Minority Employment Task Force on what is likely to work best for ethnic minority communities.

The Advisory Group:

• reviews planned initiatives to ensure they have the best chance of success
• makes recommendations on new initiatives that Government could take forward, and
• examines existing policies to advise if they are working as intended.

Applicants are being sought from various sectors including education, voluntary and community groups, training providers, faith groups and employers, to provide a valuable source of advice and guidance based on their experiences.
Membership of EMAG is voluntary and unpaid. The group meets quarterly, usually in London. However, representatives from across the country are urged to apply with the option of meetings taking place in other areas or via a new virtual network.
Closing date for applications: Friday 26 February 2010.

Applications should be made with a completed application form via email to Christine.Wright1@DWP.gsi.gov.uk