AGC’S DEI Mission

As a future-focused collective, we realise how much difference we could be making on eco and social levels. So instead of sustaining and maintaining our performance, AGC is prioritising plans to regenerate and commence a never-ending journey towards doing our bit to make the planet a better place for every being.

The lack of inclusivity is an alarming issue that should not be ignored, especially within the interior design world. As a company, we are working towards making a change as we direct our efforts to learn and progress to make this industry a more inclusive environment.

United in Design Apprenticeship Scheme 2022

AGC have joined forces with United in Design, a charitable organisation set up to address the lack of inclusivity in the interior design industry. United in Design’s Apprenticeship Scheme 2022 is set to give the lucky selected apprentices an unparalleled opportunity to learn and grow within the interiors industry. We are absolutely thrilled to introduce Awa to the team for the first 3 months of her apprenticeship with United in Design. With a particular passion for Biophilic and ethical design, we are excited for what’s to come over the next couple of months during Awa’s placement.

"My passion for interior design comes from the ability to create a positive impact on individuals' lives. I want everyone to feel a sense of belonging, and design is my way of achieving this goal creatively. I think I'm most excited about gaining industry experience and knowledge in luxury residential design. I am also looking forward to experiencing different aspects of the company to better understand how each team plays an important role in making AGC thrive.

Currently, my favourite interior trend is integrating nature within spaces through biophilic elements. The use of flowing shapes, plants, natural materials, and large windows for natural lighting is all huge in creating benefits such as better mental health and wellbeing."

- Awa Jallow, AGC United in Design Apprentice

AGC’S DEI Responsibility

At AGC, we want to strive to be a company that is more representative of the world we design for. We want to be part of an industry that is filled with, and supports talent from all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

We recognise our privilege, and we pledge to proactively reform both our business and the wider interiors industry to be inclusive, representative of the society it aspires to serve and creatively stronger by bolstering the underrepresented talent. From forming our own ‘Belonging Committee” and together with United in Design, we have identified and are committed to 4 pillars;

By committing to visiting schools and colleges to encourage awareness and present opportunities within our industry, offering mentoring programs within the courses and donating to disadvantaged creative schools for supplies such as Make Bank.

Ensuring that the studio is reflective of society and draws on the talents of a diverse workforce by seeking advice on their employment strategy. In addition to this, offer apprenticeships to people from a disadvantaged background or someone who may have felt for any reason that the industry would not welcome them.

By diversifying AGC's supplier database by; researching, celebrating and using the new and unheard voices of diverse suppliers and artisans from all backgrounds in society.

The team are honoured to join industry peers in a bid to deliver an equal opportunity pathway into the interior design industry. AGC will continue to share their journey in the hope of diminishing the statistics and, hand in hand, strive for a more positive future.

Through initiatives with our teams, customers, our supply chain, the wider community, and by being transparent and accountable, we are proud to be actively working towards our B Corp certification.

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