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What is D&I and How to make it stick at your organisation – Facilitated by Khushboo Patel
February 28 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Description: Most organisations have heard of D&I, but let’s talk about what it actually means. In this session we cover the fundamentals of D&I, and follow up with some practical tips to help your organisation be diverse and inclusive, no matter where you are in your journey.
This webinar will be facilitated by Khushboo Patel; when she was at Metro Bank, she let the organisation to be shortlisted for the Inclusive Culture Initiative at the Inclusive Awards 2023, and are passionately dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for its workforce. Their strategy was supported by three pillars: Inclusive Culture, Equity for All, and Community and Connection. These principles were brought to life through the integration of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion practices across Metro Bank’s stores. These core values have been seamlessly incorporated into various aspects of the organisation, spanning recruitment, training, talent management, and communication strategies. Metro Bank’s commitment to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture shines through their comprehensive approach.
During this session, Khushboo will share her experiences and allow participants to asked questions as we delve into making D&I stick at your organisation.
About Khushboo
With a wealth of experience in corporate and commercial banking, after joining Metro Bank and leading the launch into Wales, Khushboo now heads up engagement and inclusion. Passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion, Khushboo is a leading voice in the area and specialises in workplace culture and wellbeing. In addition to this Khushboo champions education and employability skills amongst young people by mentoring and advocating the Cardiff 2030 initiative and the 21st Century Schools Programme, as well as being on the board of Governors at a local college. In her spare time, Khushboo enjoys all things creative, travelling and spending time with her family – including a very special German Shepherd!