Share your views on inclusive recruitment in the tourism and hospitality sectors.
A collaborative policy research initiative is calling on hospitality and tourism employers across Northern Ireland to participate in a research project exploring inclusive recruitment.
The project will also explore the practical steps needed to attract and retain diverse talent across the sector.
With over 300,000 people in Northern Ireland currently classified as economically inactive, representing 27.2% of the working age population, the research aims to uncover how the sector can engage and support underrepresented groups from this pool such as caregivers, individuals with disabilities, women and retirees.
Of particular significance is the nearly 50,000 people in this group who want to return to work and would benefit from fair and inclusive employment opportunities.
Employers are invited to contribute their insights by completing a short survey and/or participating in a 1-to-1 interview.
The research will explore
- Financial and non-financial barriers faced by employers to recruitment
- Case studies of successful inclusive recruitment practices
- Practical and policy recommendations for employers and government
How to take part
Employers can complete the survey or email [email protected] to take part in an interview.
The survey will close on the 30 June 2025.
First published 24 June 2025
