Shepherds Friendly is a values-led mutual society committed to supporting people through fair, responsible financial services, with a strong focus on culture, wellbeing and long-term social impact.
Partner Experts are Members & Ambassadors that have proved to supply the highest levels of training and support. They have also shown their commitment to excellence through their support of Includability Members & the community.
Life’s better when you’re a part of something good
On Christmas Day 1826, several groups came together to create a mutually beneficial society. The aim was to provide financial security to members unable to work due to sickness or injury. Almost 200 years later we’re still making a positive difference to our members’ lives, helping them plan their finances and being there when they need us most.
To help grow your money, we offer savings plans for both adults and children. Then, when planning for the future, our Income Protection plans and Over 50s Life Insurance provide the peace of mind you need.
As a modern day mutual, we’re owned by our members not shareholders, which means more of our profits are returned to you. While our plans and services evolve, our principles of mutuality remain – our members come first, and always will:
We’re a mutual society that acts differently. In a world of financial complexity, we believe in the power of simplicity. We’ve made it our mission to provide clear, fair plans that help our members organise their finances and secure their family’s future.
Our values guide our behaviour and the way we deliver our plans and services:
We’re a society that cares, always putting our members first. We thrive and succeed as a team, building trusting and rewarding relationships, inside and out.
We never compromise on our moral standards. We honour our commitments, always behave responsibly and act in good faith.
We’re committed to providing the best possible plans and services that help make a positive difference to the lives of our members.
As a member your voice is heard, and we share the information you need to make informed decisions on how we operate:
We don’t just look after our community of members – we support great causes in the wider community. One example of this is our partnership with local charity, Seashell Trust.
Based in Cheadle Hulme, close to our Head Office, Seashell Trust provide a creative, happy and secure environment for children and adults with complex learning and language disabilities. Their incredible work and commitment inspires us.
You can follow the work we do with them on our Twitter page, and by checking out our news section. If you’d like to find out more about the work they do, visit their website.
Whether your business is an international brand or a small local company Includability can help benefit you and your team. Our membership offers not only exclusive unlimited access to our job board, but special discounts, community webinars and great support for your business as you grow. Find out why organisations choose the Includability community to help them offer a more inclusive workplace
Our members are dedicated to helping create a society that is free from discrimination, that cares for our planet and has genuine focus on our colleagues, friends and employees Mental Health and Wellbeing. That is what Community means to us and we would love for you to be a part of it.
Creating an inclusive, sustainable, and mentally healthy workplace is a powerful commitment that can feel overwhelming - That’s where Includability comes in.
We take the pain and complexity out of the process, giving you the expert guidance, resources, and support you need to make meaningful progress with ease.
Whether you’re benchmarking your efforts, accessing training, or working towards accreditation, our flexible membership options provide a clear, structured path to success—without the hassle.
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Whether you choose our 30 or 65 Question Company Commitment Surveys (CCS). We provide a clear start to benchmark your workplace culture.
If you choose to become a Committed Employer the Verification Process includes six independent expert calls, leading to a detailed HR report and roadmap with actionable recommendations.
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Includability is more than a membership—it’s a movement a Community and a Network.
Our members are dedicated to building workplaces that prioritise diversity, sustainability, and mental health while making a genuine impact on their employees and communities.
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Whichever path you choose, Includability will support you every step of the way.
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