The Civil Nuclear Police Federation represents all members, irrespective of their background or identity. Whatever your role, rank, length of service, or personal circumstances, we can support you. Our force is made up of people with different backgrounds and experiences, which is positive, but it can mean colleagues face very different challenges. For example, something that goes unnoticed by one officer may be a daily barrier for another.
The value of the Affinity Networks
Increasingly, we collaborate with CNC’s EDI team, and we are genuinely grateful for the diverse experience and knowledge that they and the wider Affinity Networks bring. We may know police regulations and force policy inside out, but we're far less familiar with the daily experiences some of our members have. Connecting members with a relevant network or individual who has had similar life experiences is invaluable.
There are currently four Networks, each supporting colleagues in different ways:
Diverse Ability and Wellness Network (DAWN) offers information and support around mental and physical health, disability (including physical and neurodivergent conditions), age-related matters, family support and caring responsibilities.
Faith and Multi-Ethnic Network (FAME) provides information and support around religion and race.
Gender Affinity and Inclusion Network (GAIN) supports colleagues on gender-related issues and works to promote gender equity across the CNC.
LGBT+ Network offers information and support around sexual orientation and gender identity, and is part of the National LGBT+ Police Network, keeping the CNC connected to national developments.
Together, they cover a wide range of experiences, and the colleagues who volunteer to run them often see issues first. They hear from people who may not yet feel ready to raise a concern through formal channels, and they understand the nuances of particular experiences.
Why we work together
The Federation, the force EDI team and Affinity Networks all support the aim of every colleague feeling respected, supported, and heard at work. We bring our role in representing members, negotiating on their behalf, and providing advice and support. The EDI team and the Affinity Networks bring lived experience and a strong sense of community.
Federation Chair Darren Adams explains: “Effective representation is crucial, and through our work with EDI colleagues and the Networks, we can make sure the conversations we have with CNC reflect the full range of our officers’ experiences.”
For the officers themselves, our working together means identifying issues earlier, before they become bigger problems, and making sure colleagues know where to go for help.
Building relationships
If you’re a Network member or lead, we’d love to hear from you: what matters to your colleagues, where you think we can help, and how we can work more closely. If you’re a Federation member with a concern or idea, please talk to your local representative.