Women in Cadent focus

Women in Cadent (WiC) is a network that strives towards an environment where all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to opportunities and resources.

We have a 79% male workforce which drives the need for our WiC Network made up by female volunteers. We support and encourage professional development, as well as attracting new talent to help us shape the future. The WiC network is built upon three pillars: flexibility, opportunities for development and growth, and wellbeing. We lead and influence change both internal and external to Cadent across seven sub-groups: Fertility Matters, The Parent Patch, Adoption, Women in Operations, Women in STEM, Menopause Support and Women’s Health.

Key highlights

• Updates to our family provisions policies including up to 12 months of fully paid maternity and adoption leave.
• The first utility company to become accredited as a Fertility Friendly Employer with a new policy.
• 44 trained Menopause champions as well as inclusive policies, eLearning and standards.
• New groups created to support STEM, Operations, Health and Adoption.
• Shortlisted at the British Diversity Awards 2024.

Source: Cadent Business Plan, page 36