Generation (Age Friendly) at Lidl
Lidl is an age-inclusive employer focused on attracting, growing, and engaging workers over 50, highlighted by its pioneering accreditation from 55/Redefined.
Accreditation and Strategy
- First Supermarket: We became the first UK supermarket to earn the 55/Redefined Age-Inclusive accreditation.
- R/AGE Methodology: We evaluate the company's culture, talent strategy, recruitment of over-50s talent, and employee value proposition.
- Leadership Support: We appointed a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Director Sponsor for Age to champion multi-generational workforces.
Workplace Practices
- Inclusion Policies: We align age diversity efforts with other support systems, such as accredited menopause-friendly workplace initiatives.