Equality in action: FB Rice’s inclusive parental leave initiative
At FB Rice, we’re building a more inclusive future—one policy at a time. Watch our video to learn how we’re championing gender equality through new initiatives designed to help close the gap. By encouraging equal participation in caregiving, we’re not just supporting our employees—we’re driving real change in the wider community.
Our 26-week paid parental leave policy ensures all parents, regardless of gender, can spend time with their newborn without financial concerns. This policy is a key step toward closing the gender pay gap and promoting greater equality across society.
As David Herman explains: “There’s no such thing as a primary or secondary caregiver—everyone’s a primary caregiver.”
This progressive approach supports co-parents equally, fostering a shared parenting experience and a smoother return to work.
Led by Madeleine Kelly and Steve Gledhill, our Inclusion and Diversity Committee has been pivotal in shaping these changes. With contributions from team members like Beata Khaidurova and David Herman, we continue to evolve our culture to make gender equality a reality. In this video, some of our team members share their insights on the vision behind this policy update.
