In this podcast episode, Addison Barnett, Director of Impact at Inclusive Employers and Maddie Wolloton-Banks, Director of Business Consulting at Grant Thornton, explore the dynamic shift in inclusion and diversity strategies over the past five years!

In this insightful conversation, they delve into businesses' transformative journey, from acknowledging the importance of inclusion to recognising it as a fundamental aspect of their strategic objectives.

Join us as we discuss the growing recognition of lived experiences, where passionate employees gain support and sponsorship to drive forward the inclusion and diversity (I&D) agenda. However, amidst these positive changes, challenges persist, especially in adequately supporting line managers who are pivotal in embedding inclusive practices.

They also explore the ongoing struggle in quantifying the return on investment (ROI) for such initiatives, highlighting the need for better data literacy and measurement tools. Moreover, the conversation around race and ethnicity has seen significant changes post-2020, with organisations committing to anti-racist initiatives, although sustaining momentum remains a challenge.

Tune in as they navigate the progress made, the hurdles faced, and the imperative of continuous improvement in the realm of I&D.

This episode offers a candid reflection on the journey and the ongoing quest for meaningful change in organisational cultures.

For more information about Inclusive Employers, visit the Inclusive Employers website at inclusiveempolyers.co.uk, where you can also find top tips, resources, webinars and training to help make inclusion an everyday reality for your employees in the UK and beyond.

The power of collective action and agreement is crucial to the progression of inclusion in the workplace. But how do you get everyone on board with new ideas and initiatives? We know managing expectations, resolving conflicts and delivering the best outcomes can be challenging.

In this podcast, we will hear reflections from the first and third sectors, including FTSE 100 organisations, Emergency Services, and the Sporting sector, on management and engaging with stakeholders to maximise your efforts and impact on workplace inclusion.

For more information about Inclusive Employers, visit the Inclusive Employers website at inclusiveempolyers.co.uk, where you can also find top tips, resources, webinars and training to help make inclusion an everyday reality for your employees in the UK and beyond.

Join our presenter Rosie Clarke for this special National Inclusion Week 2023 episode, where we delve into our third National Inclusion Week 2023 Daily Action:  Take action – empower your employees.

Our guests in this episode include our Director of Impact and Major Programmes, Addison Barnett and our guest speakers from NHS Employers, one of the sponsors for National Inclusion Week 2023:

• Cheryl Gascoigne, Advanced Occupational Therapist and Chair of The Enabled Staff Network, The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Tracie Jolliff, Head of Inclusive Leadership and System Development, NHS England and Deputy Chair of the Health and Care Women Leaders Network
• Chris Truscott, Programme Manager, Mental Health Network and Heath and Care LGBTQ+ Leaders Network and co-chair LGBTQ+ Staff Group, NHS Confederation.

Find out more about National Inclusion Week.

For more information about Inclusive Employers, visit the Inclusive Employers website at inclusiveempolyers.co.uk, where you can also find top tips, resources, webinars and training to help make inclusion an everyday reality for your employees in the UK and beyond.