Transitioning at Work: Championing Inclusion & Support

We're proud to share a message written by our very own LGBTQ+ Network. At EDF, our employee networks are integral to our inclusive culture, they are open to all and support our people whilst advocating for positive change.

Harry Roberts shares his experience of transitioning whilst working at EDF

Harry works as a Safety Case Engineer and is deputy chair and the transgender support lead for the LGBTQ+ Supporters Network and a local Prospect Trade Union Representative.

Overview

Hi Harry, can you tell us a bit about yourself outside of work?

Sure. I've got a few hobbies which include tinkering about with classic cars – currently a classic 1975 mini – and I enjoy hiking trips with Greyson (my greyhound). In 2021 we went up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and not by train either! In terms of coming out as trans, I always had a sense that something didn't feel “quite right.” It took me until I turned 40 to investigate, I couldn't bear the idea of feelin...