Region Security Guarding, a leading UK security firm, has been honored with the Diversity & Inclusion Award at the Small Business Awards 2025 by Business Awards UK, highlighting its transformative approach to workplace inclusivity.
The company, which was also a finalist for National Business of the Year, has distinguished itself by addressing longstanding diversity challenges within the security sector. With over 80% of its workforce comprising Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, Region Security Guarding is actively reshaping employment opportunities in the industry.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, the organization has implemented comprehensive policies designed to eliminate barriers for individuals with disabilities and neurodiverse conditions. By providing structured support, specialized training, and workplace accommodations, the company is establishing a new standard for accessibility in security employment.
Chris Gowlett, Head of Marketing and Business Development, exemplifies the company’s inclusive approach. With personal experience navigating workplace challenges related to ADHD, Gowlett has benefited from the company’s proactive support, including assistance with Access to Work funding and personalized workplace adjustments.
Managing Director Zachariah Islam emphasized the company’s broader mission, stating, ‘Security should be a career open to all, and we’re proud to be leading the way.’ The organization aims to transform perceptions of the security profession by creating clear career pathways and prioritizing mental health and employee wellbeing.
The recent award underscores Region Security Guarding’s commitment to challenging traditional workforce demographics. By demonstrating that diversity and inclusion can strengthen business performance, the company hopes to inspire systemic changes across the security sector and other industries.
Through its progressive hiring practices and supportive workplace culture, Region Security Guarding is not merely winning awards but actively redefining what an inclusive workplace can look like in a traditionally homogeneous industry.
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