Employee Forum terms of reference template
A clear guide that sets out the purpose, membership, and operation of your internal employee forum or staff consultation group.
2 pages / 282 words
Suitable for use in
Great Britain & Northern Ireland (United Kingdom)
Global (but always check your local legislation)
Employee Forum terms of reference
Purpose
The employee forum provides a structured way for staff to raise ideas, discuss workplace issues, and contribute to organisational improvements. It supports open communication, collaboration, and a positive working culture.
Scope
This forum is a consultative body. It does not replace formal collective bargaining or individual communication routes. It covers all departments and roles across the organisation.
Objectives
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Promote two-way communication between staff and leadership
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Encourage employee voice and input on workplace matters
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Support employee engagement,
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This document explains how an employee forum works, from who’s involved to how it supports staff voice and engagement.
It covers purpose, structure, roles, confidentiality, and meeting processes.
Organisations benefit from stronger communication, employee trust, and practical input into workplace decisions.
Workflow window
Check what resources come before or after this step to understand the workflow.
Employee Forum participation policy
Sets expectations for how employees engage in the employee forum, including nomination, time commitment, and respectful behaviour.
Employee Forum member nomination form
A simple nomination form to select employee representatives for your staff forum or employee consultation group.
