Tiny Seeds, Jersey’s fertility support and awareness charity, has announced that HSBC Channel Islands and Isle of Man is the first organisation in Jersey to receive their certification as a Fertility Friendly Workplace.
This certification is the latest step in Tiny Seeds’ island-wide initiative to recognise and support employers who are creating inclusive, compassionate, and informed workplaces for individuals experiencing fertility challenges.
Chloe Fosse, Governor & Founder of Tiny Seeds commented: “We are thrilled to welcome HSBC Channel Islands and Isle of Man (CIIOM) as our official launch partner at Tiny Seeds, who have set a powerful example by following and implementing our Fertility Friendly Workplace toolkit, which consists of 10 key considerations, including the introduction of a dedicated Fertility Policy.
“Additionally, HSBC CIIOM has also implemented further benefits for their employees – demonstrating what true workplace support can look like. We are also grateful for their generous funding of £20,000, in support of our charitable work and fertility travel costs for people in the community.”
As part of their commitment, HSBC CIIOM’s bespoke Fertility Policy now offers 5 days’ paid leave per IVF cycle, for up to 3 IVF cycles per year, to employees undergoing treatment. They also provide a £400 travel grant to support colleagues who need to travel off-island for fertility care.
Fertility-friendly policies like these not only support the individuals directly affected, but also help build a more committed, supported, and inclusive team – helping employers retain talent and support overall wellbeing.
Elvina Aghajanyan, Head of People for HSBC CIIOM said: “We are committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where fertility challenges are met with openness, empathy and understanding. This certification demonstrates our ongoing efforts to ensure meaningful support is in place for those who need it.”
Tiny Seeds believes HSBC CIIOM’s approach sets a gold standard in workplace fertility support. Chloe Fosse added: “This is the kind of leadership we hope to see more and more of across the island. Since the launch of the Fertility Friendly Workplace Toolkit, Tiny Seeds has been delighted to see many local workplaces working hard to improve their provision for fertility support and we now invite these workplaces to make it official and receive certification for their efforts.”
Pictured: Left to right – Chloe Fosse, Governor & Founder of Tiny Seeds and Elvina Aghajanyan, Head of People for HSBC CIIOM.
