Inclusive Companies

Flexible Working Day
2026-06-21

Windrush Generation Arrival Anniversary
2026-06-22

Disability Pride Month
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-31

South Asian Heritage Month
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-31

Omnisexual Visibility Day
2026-07-06

Martyrdom of the Báb
2026-07-10
Martyrdom of the Báb (Baháʼí)

International Non-Binary Persons Day
2026-07-14

World Youth Skills Day
2026-07-15

World Day for International Justice
2026-07-17

Nelson Mandela International Day
2026-07-18

National Schizophrenia Awareness Day
2026-07-25

World Breastfeeding Week
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-07

International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
2026-08-09

International Youth Day
2026-08-12

Rabi Al Awal
2026-08-14 - 2026-09-11
Rabi Al Awal (Islam)

Grief Awareness Day
2026-08-30

East and South East Asian Heritage month
2026-09-01 - 2026-09-30

World Alzheimer’s Month
2026-09-01 - 2026-09-30

International Day of Charity
2026-09-05

Inclusive Conversations: Building Confidence for Difficult Dialogue
2026-09-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Online Webinar
Facilitated by Anna Croucher.
Creating inclusive workplaces often depends on our willingness to have honest, sometimes difficult conversations. Yet these moments can feel uncomfortable, and it’s not always clear how to approach them in a way that feels constructive and respectful.
In this one-hour session, we’ll explore the role that difficult dialogue plays in supporting inclusion, and why it can feel challenging to engage in these conversations. We’ll look at the common anxieties that show up, and how they can shape our responses in the moment.
You’ll be introduced to practical approaches to help you navigate these situations with greater confidence and clarity. This includes simple tools to stay grounded, communicate with intention, and remain open and engaged—even when the conversation feels stretched.
By the end of the session, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how to approach difficult conversations in a way that supports inclusion, alongside practical techniques you can start using straight away.
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About the facilitator
Anna believes everyone deserves a voice and a place at the table. An Executive Coach and Occupational Therapist with over 20 years’ experience, her career began working alongside people living with psychosis to redesign services around lived experience, inclusion, and shared decision-making.
Since then, she has coached more than 1,000 people across health, corporate, and education settings, and facilitates workshops on well-being, confidence, resilience, and inclusive leadership. Alongside her coaching and facilitation work, Anna works in Research Engagement and Inclusion, helping underserved communities to be better represented in health and social care research. She has delivered workshops for organisations including the NHS and the International Labour Organisation, supporting people to overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and thrive both personally and professionally.
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World Suicide Prevention Day
2026-09-10

End Digital Poverty Day
2026-09-12

World Afro Day
2026-09-15

International Equal Pay Day
2026-09-18

National Diversity Awards 2026
2026-09-18 18:15 - 23:45 | Anglican Cathedral, Church of England Cathedral of the Diocese of Liverpool, Liverpool, L1 7AZ
A prestigious black tie event, which celebrates the excellent achievements of grass-root communities that tackle the issues in today’s society, giving them recognition for their dedication and hard work.

What are the awards all about?

Celebrating its 15th year, the National Diversity Awards (NDA) continues to honour the incredible achievements of individuals, community organisations, role models, entrepreneurs, and celebrities who strive to promote diversity and inclusion in all its forms. Over the past thirteen years, the NDA has grown into a beacon of recognition, celebrating the stories and accomplishments of those who inspire change and champion equality. Our mission is to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of our communities, showcasing the power of diversity in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future. Join us in recognising and celebrating the exceptional contributions that make our world a richer, more diverse place.
Discover more at…
www.nationaldiversityawards.co.uk

Yom Kippur
2026-09-20 - 2026-09-21
Yom Kippur (Judaism)

International Day of Peace
2026-09-21

Bi-Visability Day
2026-09-23

Sukkot
2026-09-25
Sukkot (Judaism)

Holding Purpose When the World Pushes Back
2026-09-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Webinar
Facilitated by Lisa Shoko.
Organisations are navigating a period of profound change. Political polarisation, anti-DEI backlash, economic uncertainty, workforce pressures, technological disruption, and increasing scrutiny of equity initiatives have created a challenging environment for those leading Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism (IDEA) work.
Traditional approaches to organisational change often assume stability and predictability. Yet many leaders and practitioners now find themselves operating in environments that are increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous, brittle, anxious, non-linear and at times incomprehensible.
This session explores how the concepts of VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous) and BANI (Brittle, Anxious, Non-Linear and Incomprehensible) can help us understand the challenges facing IDEA work today.
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About the Facilitator
Lisa Shoko is a senior leader in anti-racism, equity and organisational change with extensive experience supporting healthcare organisations to address inequity through governance, leadership, workforce improvement and cultural transformation. As Anti-Racism Programme Lead at University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, she leads work to embed anti-racism across organisational systems, decision-making and accountability structures.
Lisa facilitates strategic discussions with boards, executive teams and system partners, helping organisations strengthen accountability, improve staff and patient outcomes, and deliver sustainable change. She is known for creating environments where people can engage honestly with complex issues while remaining focused on practical outcomes. Her approach combines strategic thinking, evidence, lived experience and a strong understanding of how organisations create and sustain change.
Alongside her NHS role, Lisa holds regional leadership responsibilities as Deputy Chair for the C&M EDI Network and the Chair of the Liverpool City Region Race Equality Panel and contributes to national conversations on race equity, leadership and system change, bringing a practical and evidence-informed perspective to improving outcomes for staff, patients and communities.
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