Veganuary: A Month of Plant-Based Living and Its Impact

January marks a special month for health-conscious and environmentally aware individuals worldwide: Veganuary. This initiative, which began in the UK, encourages people to adopt a vegan lifestyle for January. The movement has gained tremendous popularity, highlighting the benefits of a plant-based diet for health, animal welfare and the environment.

New Year, New You: A Guide to Wellbeing and Healthy Living

The dawn of a new year often sparks a desire for change and improvement, especially in terms of health and wellbeing. It's an ideal time to adopt and reinforce habits that will ensure long-term physical, mental and emotional health. The Electrical Industry Charity is committed to guiding you on this transformative journey.

Navigating the High Stakes: Understanding and Addressing Gambling Addiction.

In the high-pressure environment of the electrical industry, where precision and constant attention to detail are the norms, it's not uncommon for professionals to seek outlets for stress relief. However, when these outlets take the form of gambling, what starts as a harmless diversion can swiftly turn into an addiction, posing significant risks to personal and professional well-being.

Electrifying Success: powerBall 2023 raises £360,000 for the Electrical Industries Charity.

On a dazzling evening at the prestigious Old Billingsgate in London more than 600 dedicated supporters of the Electrical Industries Charity gathered for powerBall 2023, generating over £360,000.

As an inaugural member of the EIC’s Emerging Professionals Board – created to bring fresh perspectives and forward thinking ideas to the organisation and industry -  Deborah Graham-Wilson, head of communications & ESG at Eland Cables, reflects on her five-year tenure, the lessons learnt and what will shape the next hundred years for people across the breadth of the industry.

Thank you

Fundraising is crucial to the Electrical Industries Charity. Without support from our industry, we would not be able to provide the support and assistance to those in need.

Here we take a look back at some of this year's fundraising done within the industry from 2023.

In a world where men often feel the pressure to hold back their feelings and thoughts, it's essential to create safe and supportive spaces where they can openly discuss, share and learn about their health.

On average, men are 12 times less likely than women to seek medical assistance, whether for physical or mental health concerns.

We can give a hand-up to everyone in our industry.

Will you help us reach those in need? Learn how you can get involved.