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SUMMARY:How bringing your authentic self to work enables you to thrive
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by\n \n\nWith both Neurodiversity Pride Day and LGBT+ Pride Month being celebrated during June\, members from Auto Trader’s Disability and Neurodiversity and LGBT+ Network will be sharing how Auto Trader has created an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and truly thrive in their role. \n\nFacilitated by: \nNardia\nDigital Retail Operations Lead & D&N Lead \nWorking with internal and external stakeholders\, working within the Digital Retailing team to ensure our customers feel confident\, safe\, and supported when purchasing a vehicle online. \nI work daily with other squad leads\, digital analysts\, product managers\, and developers to improve our products and make them better for digital retailing customers. \nMy role is to manage the team’s day-to-day operations\, support the squad leader\, and coach and mentor digital analysts actively and personally. \nI’m the Network lead for the Disability and Neurodiversity Network\, which brings together colleagues from across the business to raise awareness and make a difference to our colleagues\, customers\, and communities with disabilities and/or neurodiverse conditions. \n\nEvie\nPlatform Engineering Developer & LGBT+ Network Facilitator \nAs a developer\, I create and maintain tools\, models and infrastructure to ensure that customers and colleagues have accurate\, relevant\, and up-to-date data on the performance of adverts\, the movement of stock\, and the health of the automotive market. \nI work closely with other developers in squads across the business to ensure a responsive data platform with consistent tooling and a strong cultural focus on sharing learning and best practices. \nI’m also a facilitator for the LGBT+ network. We work both internally and externally to raise awareness of issues facing the LGBT+ community and run events\, socials and campaigns to support and celebrate the identities of all of our colleagues. \n\nLlinos Cryer (happy to be called Nos)\nPronouns: she/her\nFrontend Developer in Product Engineering and Disability & Neurodiversity Network facilitator. \nI’m a frontend developer in our Digital Retailing Consumer team\, where I build and refine products that our consumers use to order vehicles online. I am particularly interested in the accessibility of our products to ensure that all consumers are included when visiting Auto Trader. I work closely with other developers\, designers\, product leads\, delivery leads\, analysts and our customer support teams to ensure that our consumers feel supported and informed throughout their online car-buying journey and that our teams internally at Auto Trader share knowledge and collaborate to build the best products we can. I’m also a facilitator for the D&N Network here at Auto Trader\, where I host events\, run awareness campaigns internally\, fundraise\, and work with our other employee networks to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone here at Auto Trader.
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/how-bringing-your-authentic-self-to-work-enables-you-to-thrive/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:IC Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240617
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SUMMARY:Learning Disability Week
DESCRIPTION:Inclusive Companies Webinars & Toolkits \nDISABILITY INCLUSIVE PRACTICE IN THE WORKPLACE \n‘ARE WE GETTING DISABILITY AND NEURODIVERSITY INCLUSION RIGHT?’ \nSTAMMERING\, DIVERSITY\, AND INCLUSION \nNON-VISIBLE DISABILITIES TOOLKIT \nCONSIDERING HOW TO ENSURE YOU HAVE ACCESSIBLE HIRING PROCESSES \nWORKPLACE ACCESSIBILITY \nWE CAN ALL BE #PEOPLESMART
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/learning-disability-week/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Calendar
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SUMMARY:Bringing the inside out: How Auto Trader are addressing Social Mobility in Tech
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by \n \n\n\nIn the run-up to Social Mobility Awareness Day on the 13th of June\, hear from Auto Trader’s Social Mobility employee Network as they lift the lid on class and address Social Mobility imbalance in the tech industry. \nWith the network celebrating their 1 year anniversary recently\, hear about their learnings\, actions and changes embraced\, with the support of Auto Trader. \nThe Tech charter recently reported that only 9% of Tech employees are from a lower working class background. This compares with 31% of employees at Auto Trader\, but despite this\, we still have work to do to better represent the communities within our reach\, with the national average sitting at 39%. \n \nIn this webinar you will learn: \n– What Social Mobility is and why it’s important for organisations\n– How we started and what we did in our first year\n– Who we worked with\, learned from and the available resources that can support you too\n– What’s next and our plans for the year ahead \nAuto Trader have featured in the Top 75 Social Mobility Employers list for the past 4 years and we’re shortlisted for best Social Mobility Project in 2022 with Inclusive Companies. \n\n\n\n\nAbout the facilitators\n\nPeter Farrell – Product & Technology Director: \nPete has worked at Auto Trader for more than 10 years across a wide range of product roles and is a leader in Auto Trader’s Product & Technology community. \nChampioning diversity in the workplace\, Pete works closely with Auto Trader’s talent team not only helping individuals find the right opportunities\, but supporting them on their journey to thrive as they progress into more senior roles. \nPassionate about the power of people\, Pete discovered his interest in team dynamics when he first joined the tech industry as a Graduate Programmer in 1997. Pete’s interest developed further as he moved into team leadership for a software house and then into the world of consultancy. After assignments consulting for the NHS\, BAE Systems & Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Pete finally found his way to Auto Trader in 2012. \nPete joined the Auto Trader Social Mobility network as a senior sponsor in mid-2023\, and working alongside the Co-Leads\, and Facilitators has been instrumental in establishing the network\, and raising awareness in Auto Trader around social mobility\, especially in the North-West a place Pete is proud to have always called home \n\nClaire Baty – Director of Governance\, Risk and Compliance and Company Secretary  \nClaire joined Auto Trader in July 2015 and is responsible for corporate governance; legal services; regulatory compliance; procurement; and risk management – all a fundamental part of our purpose to Drive Change Together\, Responsibly. \nClaire describes herself as proudly working-class\, and is passionate about creating an environment where people can reach their full potential\, regardless of socio-economic background or educational opportunities.  Claire is an advocate for alternative career routes and professional development\, having starting her working life at the age of 18 in a small accountancy practice in Stockport\, she became a qualified accountant\, holds an MBA from Manchester Business School and is now a member of the Operational Leadership Team at Auto Trader.  Claire has been the Sponsor of Auto Trader’s Social Mobility Network from its inception in 2023. \n\nBrad Mills – Performance Manager \nBrad specialises in enhancing omnichannel solutions for automotive retailers to meet the ever-evolving consumer buying journey\, as a Performance Manager at Auto Trader. \nBrad graduated with a first-class honours degree in Business Management from Lancaster University in 2018. He commenced his journey at Auto Trader in October 2020 during the pandemic\, joining as a Graduate Account Manager. Through this role\, Brad participated in a comprehensive two-year consultative sales programme\, engaging in various rotations to collaborate with independent and franchise automotive retailers\, nurturing strong partnerships and equipping retailers with essential tools and insights to enhance efficiency and drive sales. \nBrad also serves as a co-Facilitator of the Social Mobility Network at Auto Trader. Growing up in Blackpool\, one of the most deprived areas in the UK\, Brad is passionate about working towards a place where everyone has access to equal opportunities regardless of socio-economic background\, supporting inclusion and creating opportunities for underrepresented groups to achieve their full potential in employment and education. \n\nSarah Brooks-Pearce – Head of Early Careers \nSarah creates brilliant career journeys for future talent at one of the most forward-thinking technical businesses in the UK\, as Head of Early Careers at Auto Trader. Working with various education partners\, community organisations\, and charities\, she inspires students\, graduates\, and returners to explore the incredible possibilities of STEM subjects and tech careers. \nSarah has ADHD\, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia and grew up in a single-parent household\, and started her career as an apprentice straight from high school\, with little guidance\, direction but thankfully with a lot of good luck.  This is where her passion for raising awareness and breaking down barriers around Social Mobility as well as Disability and Neurodiversity\, has seen her take the role of Social Mobility Network Co-Lead\, and a member of the Diversity & Inclusion Guild.  With a wealth of experience in Tech Resourcing and Talent roles in different industries and as a parent\, Sarah is passionate about increasing the number of people entering the Technology industry and driving change to ensure that everybody has the insight and opportunities to start a great career in tech. \nShe is a proud member of the Greater Manchester Neurodiversity and Learning Disability Employer Network\, STEM Ambassador\, Enterprise Advisor\, Chartered Member of the CIPD\, and Associate Member of the European Mentoring & Coaching Council \n\nMonica Mistry – Squad Lead \nProfile coming soon!
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/bringing-the-inside-out/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:IC Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240610
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SUMMARY:Global Inclusion Week
DESCRIPTION:Global Inclusion Week
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/global-inclusion-week/
CATEGORIES:Diversity Calendar
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SUMMARY:Unlock the potential within your organisation
DESCRIPTION:In conversation with Stuart Love\, Serena Simon (Westminster City Council) and Paul Sesay (Inclusive Companies) \n\nThe City of Westminster is a hub for diversity. However\, upon publishing their Pay Gap Report in 2019\, the council discovered that their workforce was not reflective of the community they serve. Under the leadership of Chief Executive\, Stuart Love\, they began to address the areas for improvement. \nStuart and Serena Simon\, Director of Communities are Westminster City Council\, share a commitment and authentic passion for creating an inclusive organisation. Driven by tackling the lack of representation across senior leadership in Local Government and the wider public and private sectors\, their efforts have led the start of the transformation in  Westminster City Council into a thriving\, diverse and inclusive organisation often challenging and disrupting existing processes and policies to introduce new programmes that drive this agenda. This includes the implementation of several enterprising training programmes\, transformation of recruitment practices\, achieve a representative org at all levels and the commitment to significantly reduce the gender and ethnicity pay gaps by 2025. As a result\, the reputation of Westminster has successfully changed\, staff engagement has increased exponentially over the last five years and our resident satisfaction has reached good levels. \nDuring this webinar\, CEO of Inclusive Companies Paul Sesay will be joined in conversation with Stuart and Serena Simon to discuss strategy\, becoming an inclusive employer\, and their courageous efforts in shifting the dial. This session will also allow time for audience Q&A as we delve into inclusive best practices. \n\nStuart Love \nStuart has been Chief Executive at Westminster City Council since 2018. His previous role was Executive Director for City Management and Communities. He is the co-chair of the Chief Executive’s London Committee’s Tackling Racial Inequality Group London and a Business In The Community mentor. Under his leadership the following initiatives have been launched in Westminster City Council: \n• Diverse shortlisted candidates• Inclusive recruitment• Reverse mentoring• The Black on Board governance training programme designed to mentor junior council officersStuart has ensured that the council publishes all of its pay gaps\, not just the gender pay gap and has used this to address the gender and ethnicity pay gaps that exist in the organisation. During Stuart’s time as chief executive the demographics of the council have changed significantly to represent the communities it serves and representation at senior levels in the organisation has improved significantly.Stuart’s focus as chief executive is on people and culture\, with equity\, diversity and inclusion being at the core. \n\nSerena Simon \nSerena is a passionate and experienced disruptive leader in the field of community engagement/development\, strategy\, empowerment and inclusion. \nShe has worked with diverse and marginalised groups for over 20 years\, championing their voices and addressing their needs. She has a strong track record of delivering innovative and impactful projects that tackle social issues such as anti-social behaviour\, hate crime\, violence against women and girls\, and racial discrimination. \nShe is committed to promoting equity\, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of her/department and organisations work and has developed and implemented policies and strategies that foster a culture of respect\, dignity and belonging for everyone\, supporting this work across Westminster -the council and the place as well as wider in the Local government- as one of the leads under the London Councils Tackling Racial inequality group and the chair of the LC Community engagement forum. \nSerena is currently the Director of Communities at Westminster city council\, where she oversees a range of services and initiatives that aim to enhance the quality of life and wellbeing of residents\, businesses and visitors in the heart of London\, particularly proud to be leading the charge around tackling the shocking life expectancy gap within Westminster by reducing inequalities. A key leader in the organisational commitment to anti-racism as well as the work to improve equity through ridding the organisation of ethnicity and gender paygaps\, Serena leads with her heart on her sleeve. \nSerena is a keynote speaker across a national and international field and an active member of the Health led work to bring about improvement in the quality of life of patients and communities. \n\n\nPaul Sesay \nPaul Sesay is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the National Diversity Awards\, Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers\, Inclusive Awards and Inclusive Companies since 2006. Paul’s business acumen has mainly been with a social focus. \nWith over fifteen years worth of experience within the Diversity\, Equality and Inclusion sector\, Paul has worked with some of the largest organisations in the world on their diversity and inclusion profiles. \nHe has also worked within local communities to help people from various backgrounds to achieve and empower disadvantaged groups throughout the UK. Paul’s initiatives have helped thousands of organisations and individuals get recognised for their hard work and dedication to diversity. \n\n 
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/unlock-the-potential-within-your-organisation/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:IC Events,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inclusive Companies":MAILTO:info@inclusivecompanies.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Online Policing Round Table Discussion: Changing the Narrative on Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR FREE!\nIn response to the challenges currently facing policing and the heightened scrutiny this sector is under\, we invite you to a virtual round table discussion specifically for Police Forces\, that aims to reshape the narrative on inclusion. This online event provides a platform for open and constructive dialogue\, bringing together diverse voices to explore innovative strategies for fostering inclusion. \nHosted and chaired by Rozila Kana\, Inclusion & Diversity Manager at Lancashire Constabulary and Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers Judge\, this session will not only provide a safe space for Inclusive Companies Members to discuss barriers and solutions\, but Rozila will share useful tips for those participating in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List 2024/25\, or those interested in taking part. \nWith submissions now open\, this is a prime opportunity to learn more from those who have been there and done it! Rozila will deliver an interactive round table to help you embark on your IT50 journey\, as well as foster dialogue between current police force members. \n\nDuring this session\, Rozila will… \n\nProvide a safe space for members and non members from police forces to discuss barriers to inclusion and share best practice\nExplore the importance of the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers\nProvide examples of successful employers – the do’s & don’ts\nAllow Participants to explore gaps in an unsuccessful submission\nAnalyse Case Study of a successful submission\nHost a Q&A session to answer all of your vital questions\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR FREE!\n\n 
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/online-policing-round-table-discussion-changing-the-narrative-on-inclusion/
LOCATION:Online Round Table
CATEGORIES:Diversity Calendar,IC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inclusive Companies":MAILTO:info@inclusivecompanies.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Menopause\, Menstruation and Menstrual Health in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Sally Leech | Henpicked \n\nThe Equality and Human Rights Commission have published their first guidance on menopause in the workplace. In 2023 BSI released guidance on Menopause\, Menstruation and Menstrual Health in the Workplace. \nBut do you understand what this means for your organisation? Or what you need to do? \nWe’re inviting you to join this informative session on navigating menopause\, menstruation\, and menstrual health in the workplace with Sally Leech\, Director of Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace. \nHere’s what we’ll be diving into: \n\nWhy this is so important for your organisation\nUnderstanding the facts of menopause and menstrual health in the workplace\nBreaking down what the Equality and Human Rights Commission announcement means for employers\nUnderstanding learnings from current case law and key considerations for your organisation\nWhat it means to be a menopause friendly and menstruation friendly employer\n\n\nFacilitated by Sally Leech: \nSally Leech is a Director of Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace\, The Menopause Friendly Accreditation and The Menstruation Friendly Accreditation. Henpicked have been working with UK-wide and international organisations for over 8 years to make it easier for them to introduce the right training\, policies and practices to raise awareness\, education and support organisations in becoming menopause friendly and now menstruation friendly. \nPrior to re-qualifying as a Women’s Health Coach\, Sally held several senior management positions in Human Resources. She has combined this expertise in her work with Henpicked\, focusing on breaking the taboo of menopause and now menstruation and menstrual health within the workplace and raising awareness for employers\, managers and colleagues.
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/menopause-menstruation-and-menstrual-health-in-the-workplace/
CATEGORIES:IC Events,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inclusive Companies":MAILTO:info@inclusivecompanies.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Round Table Discussion – Retaining Diverse Talent
DESCRIPTION:Date: 15th May 2024\nTime: 11.00 – 13.00\nAddress: Moneysupermarket\, No1 Spinningfields\, Floor 16\, 1 Hardman Square\, Spinningfields\, Manchester\, M3 3EB\, UK \n\nInclusive Companies are thrilled to collaborate with Moneysupermarket Group to offer our members the chance to participate in a round table discussion to share insights and strategies on how to retain diverse talent. This topic was explored at a previous session you may have attended back in February\, and due to demand\, knowledge and interest (Plus lack of time!) we are thrilled to continue the conversation to delve deeper into this theme. \nDuring this session we will bring together senior leaders\, HR professionals\, D&I practitioners and talent acquisition managers from various industries that are committed to advancing D&I within their organisation to share best practice. From organisations at the very beginning of their journey\, to those who are more advanced in this area\, we to hear from members who are keen to optimise this discussion. We will… \n\nEngage in thought-provoking discussions\, sharing different perspectives on retaining talent from various backgrounds.\nExplore innovative strategies and best practices that promote a culture of inclusivity and reach a diverse talent pool.\nGain insights from members who have successfully championed diversity and inclusion initiatives. Learn about their experiences\, challenges\, and the transformative impact on their organisations.\nParticipate in a conversation tailored to equip you with practical tools and advice to take back to your workplace.\nConnect with professionals\, HR specialists\, and diversity advocates who are passionate about creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Build valuable relationships and exchange ideas with like-minded individuals committed to driving positive change.\n\nThis round table discussion will provide a platform and voice for participants to share their experiences and valuable insights on retaining diverse talent. Spaces are limited to 20-25 people and are available on a first come first serve basis (one person per organisation). To secure your place\, please email: info@inclusivecompanies.co.uk \n\n 
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/round-table-discussion-retaining-diverse-talent/
LOCATION:Moneysupermarket\, No1 Spinningfields\, Floor 16\, 1 Hardman Square\, Spinningfields\, Manchester\, M3 3EB\, UK\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:IC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inclusive Companies":MAILTO:info@inclusivecompanies.co.uk
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SUMMARY:EMPower Community - Empowering Employee Voices
DESCRIPTION:UK Power Networks’ EMPower Community is unique\, bringing together individual network groups to form a vibrant employee-led platform dedicated to ensuring diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: including age\, disability\, gender\, LGBTQ+\, and race. With over 450 members\, the network has experienced a remarkable 35% growth over the past year. \nEMPower plays a pivotal role in supporting the organization’s Workforce Resilience Strategy particularly in Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) efforts. \nWe are looking forward to sharing how the EMPower Community is delivering long-lasting positive change through: \n\nPolicy Influence.\nInforming D&I Strategy.\nRaising Awareness.\n\nThe EMPower Community’s initiatives showcases our unwavering commitment to advancing inclusivity within our organization. Our presence assures employees of our dedication to making inclusion an everyday reality for all. We take pride in our achievements and are excited about the journey ahead as we champion positive change and foster a workplace where every individual is valued. \n\nAbout the facilitators  \nPatrick Clarke \nBorn in St Thomas\, Jamaica\, Patrick Clarke relocated to London in 1969 as part of the Windrush generation\, rejoining his family. Today\, he stands as the Director of Network Operations at UK Power Networks\, the UK’s foremost electricity distributor. Under his leadership\, a team of 6\,000 oversees a £700m yearly budget and ensures the power supply to over 20 million residents and businesses in the southeast of England\, encompassing London. \nWith a career spanning over 45 years\, Patrick is esteemed for his relentless commitment to aiding those less fortunate in realizing their professional and life goals. His journey included a pivotal stint with the Met Police in the mid-1980s\, a period that fortified his resilience and enhanced his interpersonal expertise. \nFor his remarkable contributions in both the business and societal realms of the UK\, Patrick has been lauded with numerous honours: \n\nAmbassador for London for Leadership and Diversity by Prince Charles (2008)\nOBE recipient (2012)\nHonorary Doctorate in Engineering (2014).\nMoreover\, as an author\, he penned “Made in Britain\,” with 12\,000 copies in circulation.\n\nCentral to his leadership ethos are his deeply-held personal values. \n\nLiz Nash  \nLiz has always been passionate about developing talent and creating inclusive workplaces. She started her career at Ernst & Young\, where she learned a lot about early careers programs. Liz moved to UK Power Networks’ Talent Acquisition team in 2018\, where she continued to demonstrate her commitment to helping people. \nIn 2021\, Liz took on a new challenge as Employee Engagement Manager\, leading UK Power’s Networks efforts towards making it a great place to work. Under her direction\, the company kept its place in the top 10 of the prestigious 25 Best Big Companies to Work for list. \nMotivated by her desire to keep growing\, Liz became the Learning & Development Manager\, leading initiatives in EDI\, social mobility\, and leadership development. Under her leadership\, UK Power Networks reached 2nd place in the 2023 Inclusive Top 50 UK Companies List and earned the National Equality Standard and Investors in People Platinum again. \nLiz has an unwavering commitment to creating a diverse and strong workforce\, where everyone feels valued\, respected and can participate fully in individual and organisational goals. \n\nHarshil Sumaria \nHarshil Sumaria is a Forecasting Engineer in the Network Insights team within UK Power Network’s Distribution System Operator (DSO)\, which aims to use smart technology to enable UK Power Networks to deliver a network ready for the future. He was shortlisted as a finalist in the Business Green Sustainability Executive of the year and the Institute of Engineering and Technology Young Pioneer of the Year in 2022. He chairs the organisation’s award-winning Employee Resource Group\, EMPower and was shortlisted last year as UK Power Networks’ as ‘Everyone Matters Champion’. Alongside this\, Harshil is the DSO’s union representative for Prospect. \n\n 
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/empower-community-empowering-employee-voices/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:IC Events,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inclusive Companies":MAILTO:info@inclusivecompanies.co.uk
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SUMMARY:How can you create a workplace culture that prevents sexual harassment?
DESCRIPTION:When we progress from simply raising awareness of sexual harassment in the workplace to actively trying to prevent it from happening in the first place it creates an opportunity for employers to make a real difference to their workplace culture. But how do you create impactful programmes of work that stand a chance of genuinely reducing the prevalence of sexual harassment? \nJoin psychologist Dr Nina Burrowes for this webinar in which she’ll share her expertise in using organisational culture to create a workplace environment where sexual harassment is identified\, challenged\, managed and ultimately prevented. \nDuring this webinar we will discuss: \n\nThe difference between ‘raising awareness’ of sexual harassment and ‘prevention’ of sexual harassment\nHow do sexual harassers use company culture to their advantage and what can you do about it?\nHow can you empower members of staff to notice and challenge behaviour?\nHow can you create a workplace culture that supports reporting of harassment?\nThe importance of working in ways that are trauma informed and sensitive to members of staff who have lived experience of sexual harm\nThe importance of supporting staff who are responsible for driving and delivering this change in the workplace\n\nThis is a strategic session that will be suitable for anyone who has any responsibility for the way in which their organisation prevents or responds to sexual harassment. The webinar will be useful for those of you who want to have a sense of where your organisations is right now and what the path ahead might look like. \nBring your questions and your curiosity – both will be very welcome. \n\nAbout the facilitator \n\nDr Nina Burrowes is a psychologist specialising in the topic of sexual harm. She started her career working for HM Prison Service as part of the Sex Offender rehabilitation team. After her time at the prison service Nina began working with Rape Crisis organisations\, expanding her breadth of knowledge to those living with the impact of sexual harm. Nina has spent her career as an educator and activist\, helping others benefit from an informed understanding of trauma\, consent and sexual harm. She has talked about sexual harassment in parliaments and at music festivals. Nina has provided training to police officers\, barristers\, judges\, the military\, education and health professionals\, therapists and students. She is the author of The courage to be me\, the creator of the online video series ‘Sexual abuse. The questions you’ve never had the chance to ask‘\, the presenter of the BBC’s ‘Rape Trials: Is the jury out?’\, Patron of Edinburgh Rape Crisis Centre and the founder of The Consent Collective. \n\n \nThe Consent Collective is a social enterprise with a deep passion for activism and a commitment to social change at its heart. We help organisations and communities understand consent\, trauma\, relationships and sexual harassment. We work in multiple sectors bringing our depth of knowledge to a wide range of contexts. We use our expertise and resources to empower teams to deliver meaningful and impactful work in their organisations. Find out more about our work here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/how-can-you-create-a-workplace-culture-that-prevents-sexual-harassment/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:IC Events,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Yellow Peril Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by: Choon Young Tan & Abbey Wong\nThis webinar will start with an introduction to the discrimination against East and South-East Asian (ESEA) communities and supported with a brief dive into British and international ESEA histories\, which have often been forgotten or unheard of\, and how Yellow Peril has played its part in them. Next\, Choon and Abbey will delve into the reasons why they are proactive in their approach to yellow peril and what can be done by the non-ESEA population\, communities and workplaces. The webinar will then move onto the future of campaigns against yellow peril and racism towards ESEA communities and lastly\, how people can address anti-ESEA racism\, before finishing with questions and comments for Choon and Abbey. We look forward to welcoming Choon and Abbey for this informative and insightful webinar. \n\nAbout the facilitators  \nChoon Young Tan \nChoon is a wearer of many hats. From being an accomplished marketing professional and versatile writer with more than 15 years experience in those fields to a workplace culture specialist with a deep passion for ED&I (equity\, diversity and inclusion)\, he is always striving to make a difference in the world. He does this through his writing\, as a speaker and as a consultant. \nChoon writes his own blog\, Tan’s Topics and a LinkedIn newsletter “The ESEA Echo”\, as well as volunteers as Head of Events at Voice ESEA. They aim to educate about issues affecting East and Southeast Asians\, eradicate racism and empower ESEAs through events and amplifying their voices. \nMuch of Choon’s work also focuses on the intersectionality of ESEA people and barriers they face\, including those who identify as LGBTQ\, mental health\, neurodiversity\, and healthcare inequities. \n\nAbbey Wong \nAbbey is the Director at ‘Voice ESEA’\, and started as the Data Team Lead at its inception 3 years ago. Through research and educational events\, the Voice ESEA team is driven to enable top-down\, data-driven change for the East and South-East Asian community across the UK. A proud third-generation immigrant on the shoulders of her grandparents\, who navigated Britain from a take-away in Liverpool\, she is committed to ensure the next generation of ESEA people feel safe\, at home and empowered to excel in society. So far\, the organisation’s continued focus on Freedom of Information Anti-ESEA hate crime data collection (ESEA Data Project\, with EVR and KCL) has been featured on ITV news\, in university modules\, and in presentations to corporate audiences keen to learn about sustainable change. \nOutside of advocacy work\, Abbey works as a Full Stack Software engineer at an insure-tech company and volunteers as an Alumni Trustee at upReach\, a social mobility charity. The last few of hours in the day are usually spent making ceramics or drawing in London’s galleries.
URL:https://www.inclusivecompanies.co.uk/event/yellow-peril-awareness/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Featured,IC Events,Webinars
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