The D&Igest: Diversity & Inclusion at work
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
70. Is 'radical recruitment' the answer to systemic change? With Emma Freivogal
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a huge talent pool out there that’s largely untapped. In this episode, I sit down with Emma Freivogel, the Founder & CEO of Radical Re...
69. Why People With Dyslexia Are Leaving Your Website with Ross Linnett
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
83% of people experiencing an accessibility problem on your website will leave. So why are so many websites still not tailored to people with disabili...
68. Why DEI isn’t moving as fast as it should be with Sheree Knowles
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since the Black Lives Matter and #MeToo movements, organisations have started to take more notice of DEI in the workplace, but things still haven’t ...
67. Why did this man win the UN Women's Changemaker Award 2023 with Lee Chambers
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
4 in 10 men believe that inclusion has gone too far the other way. This is according to Lee Chambers’ research with Male Allies UK. Lee was awarded ...
66. Multicultural marketing that builds bridges with Tomasz Dyl
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you connecting with the communities that you serve in a meaningful way? In this episode, we speak with Tomasz Dyl, founder of GottaBe! - a marketi...
65. Levelling The Playing Field - Hiring Inclusively in Sport with Francis Kelly
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sports recruitment has a ways to go in its journey to truly inclusive hiring. Founder of levelequals, Francis Kelly, joins us in this episode to share...
64. Is #prison-ism the next bias we all need to address - Rethinking prison with Jazz Singh
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is prison-ism the next bias we need to address? Our guest today believes it is, and shares with us his fascinating lived experience that’s sure to...
63. IWD Special - How women can own their success with Shelmina Babai Abji
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The theme for International Women’s Day 2024 is #InspireInclusion, and our guest today fits that theme perfectly. Shelmina Babai Abji is a prolific ...
62. How I made it from childhood abuse to DEI powerhouse with Rocki Howard
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rocki Howard became frustrated with the lack of resources that leaders of SMBs have to create safe environments for their people, which drove her to b...
61. How ADHD can make or break your career with Shell Mendelson
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Before Shell was diagnosed with ADHD, she found herself struggling to keep hold of a job. After being fired from over 10 jobs and directing the blame ...
60. The fashion industry's secret D&I shame and what one industry CEO is doing about it with Jamie Gill
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the outside, the fashion industry paints a picture of inclusivity, but the backstage narrative tells a different story. In this episode of the D&am...
59. Autism Unpacked - Why what we've been told is all wrong with Louisa Van Vessem
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What many of us have been told about autism is all wrong. The ‘autistic traits’ that are seen as typical don’t necessarily define everyone with ...
58. The journey to non-violent communication to resolve racial conflict with Roxy Manning
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Roxy Manning didn’t initially realise how much race was impacting her experience as a black immigrant in the US, but she faced racism in numerou...
56. What dwarfism can teach us ALL and how resilience is always the answer with Marie-Liesse Calméjane
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marie-Liesse Calméjane shares with us her powerful journey of resilience, in this episode. Marie-Liesse started her career in communications and mark...
57. A Syrian refugee's unreal journey to UK employment and why businesses are missing a trick with Renaisi
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bahaa faced shocking day-to-day risks to his life while living in Syria. Now, he works in the UK for one of the UK’s largest construction companies....
55. Why inclusion isn't working for you and your business and how to fix it with Heeral Gudka
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Creating an inclusive environment takes continuous work. Heeral Gudka, Founder of Convergent, joins us in this episode to talk about her pragmatic app...
54. What support for neurodivergent children should look like with J Grange
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For ADHD Awareness Month, we’re speaking with musician, international public speaker and neurodiversity advocate, J Grange. In episode 49, we spoke ...
53. National Coming Out Day with Evolution
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
11th October is National Coming Out Day in the US. That’s why in this episode, in a first for The D&Igest, we’re joined by two guests - John V...
52. The secret power of dyslexia and the opportunities it brings with Dyslexia Inc's Joan Bohan
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dyslexia affects one in five people. So why aren’t we talking about it more? In this episode, Joan Bohan, Founder of Dyslexia, Inc. chats with us ab...
51. What our sex lives tell us about the state of equality with Courtney Boyer
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are bombarded with all sorts of micro and macro messaging, daily. Often that messaging is giving us inaccurate expectations of what is expected of ...
50. How does the NHS at 75 get D&I right and where is it going wrong? With NHS Head of D&I, Paul Deemer
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The NHS is the largest employer in the UK. Therefore it’s essential that it stays ahead when it comes to providing a working environment that’s in...
49. The devastating impact of misdiagnosed ADHD in children and how to turn it around with Gary Grange
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
1 in 5 people is neurodivergent. So why is it so hard for so many people to get diagnosed? In this episode, we speak with Gary Grange about his work...
48. Do school kids need to learn about LGTBQ+? Dr Shaun Dellenty explains what happens when they don't
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is D&I made too complicated? Isn’t it just about being kind, compassionate and accepting of the fact that people have different experiences? In ...
47. From Inner City Estate to OBE - How Vanessa Vallely OBE has revolutionised the future of women in the UK
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fight for achieving gender parity can feel like an uphill battle. One step forward and two steps back. Vanessa Vallely OBE joins us in this episod...
46. Mike Adams OBE on why commercialising disability is the answer and what we can learn from Purple Tuesday
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you hear the word ‘disability’, what comes to mind? For most, it’s charity, vulnerability, welfare and government responsibility. Purple se...
45. The damage of ignoring older workers and how to turn ageism around with Michael O'Reilly
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ageism is the one “ism” we will all face - if we’re lucky. This is a quote from our first-ever episode on The D&Igest, and it applies perfec...
43. Why D&I legislation is crucial for success and what it’s achieved so far with Kristen Anderson
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Diverse boards make better business decisions. The data doesn’t lie! And without specific and measurable targets, we’re in for a much bumpier ride...
42. Dr. Nasser Siabi OBE thinks disability inclusion could be the answer to the world's problems. Here's how.
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are 1.2 billion people with disabilities in the world and so many of them are still not given the opportunity to live a full life and succeed in...
41. The shocking D&I disparities across the EU and what we can learn from Spain with Diego Lazaro
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Which comes first, diversity or inclusion? This week we sit down with Diego Lazaro, Madrid-based LGBT+ specialist in the HR space. Diego believes that...
40. The role of DEIB professionals across the world with Mogul's Top 100 DEIB Leader, Tam Hanlon
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you set up an office in a new region, you'd research the business climate, talent pools, legal frameworks and customise your global strategy fo...
39. How to change the game for D&I, accessibility and representation with Gaming Industry D&I champion, Raashi Sikha
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Raashi Sikka is changing the game, and we mean in a literal sense! Raashi is the VP of Global Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at video game cr...
38. The importance of white male ally-ship and its vital role in D&I with Kris Clelland
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard the adage of ‘thinking outside the box’ - but when it comes to tackling D&I challenges, maybe we should forget the box entir...
37. Cindy Gallop on what's wrong with IWD and how to beat workplace discrimination
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For International Women’s Day, we speak with Cindy Gallop, the self-proclaimed “Michael Bay of business”. Cindy is a force to be reckoned with a...
44. Empowering women and tackling toxicity in the workplace with Dalia Feldheim
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“I’m not in the business of selling pads I’m in the business of women empowerment.” These are the words of Dalia Feldheim the author, founder,...
36. Moving towards unconscious competency in D&I with Magda Shakallis
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Moving from a conscious effort towards an unconscious D&I competency that everyone in an organisation has is where we really need to focus on, exp...
35. How businesses can incorporate Religious Inclusion across their DE&I initiatives with Suraiya Rasheed
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It took over a decade for Suraiya to “come out” as a Muslim in the workplace, however, the response has been overwhelmingly positive, and now she ...
34. The vital role of D&I in early education and how to make it happen with Cognita Group's Lizzie Varley
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How does adapting teaching to better support those from neurodiverse backgrounds affect learning for everyone? Lizzie Varley sits down with us this we...
33. What recruitment is missing from its D&I approach and how to fix it with Jennie Child
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Organisations embarking on D&I initiatives must be considering the WHY, not just the WHAT, to avoid falling into the trap of performative D&I ...
32. The crucial role of rebellious thinking in DE&I and why performative behaviours fail with Jo Major
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After her experiences working for an organisation that was rife with hiring inequalities, Jo Major, Founder of Diversity in Recruitment, embarked on a...
31. The astonishing impact of vulnerable leadership and how to deploy it as a woman with CEO of International Banking Federation Hedwige Nuyens
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you have an all-male board in a bank, that bank is on average both riskier and less profitable, according to a recent study. In this episode, we sp...
30. Surviving child loss and disability as a father and what workplaces can do to help with Scott Jackson
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Almost half of dads keep it a secret from their boss that they have a disabled child, according to research from Scope, due to the expectations placed...
29. Becoming trauma informed humans and leaders, in an endemic world with Natalia Rachel
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our coping mechanisms are there for a reason, but we’re not meant to be in survival mode forever. In this episode, we speak with Natalia Rachel - au...
28. NatWest's Elliott Higgins on actionable D&I tips to improve inclusivity and why diversity is just another superpower
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes, even small changes that an organisation makes can make a huge difference. Elliott Higgins shares their story as both a Senior Innovation Sc...
27. On tackling racial trauma and black homelessness with Dr Nicole Christian-Brathwaite
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Racial trauma causes daily suffering to people of colour. And experiencing that trauma at a young age is particularly damaging and life-threatening. I...
26. The genius of inclusive workplace design and how it improves D&I with Matteo Zallio
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When we don’t consider inclusion when designing our workspaces, we’re putting challenges in people’s way before they even get through the door. ...
25. Cristina Falcone at UPS on why intentional diversity has been crucial for business innovation and ways others can achieve it
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have to start somewhere to make diversity the norm. And that could mean thinking more intentionally when looking for candidates. If you’re not in...
24. Multi-layered diversity and why it's essential for the future of D&I with Rebecca Ganz
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After spending twenty years in Australasia, Rebecca Ganz returned to the UK to further her career as a Non Executive Director and business coach. She ...
23. Why white male privilege can be good for D&I and what Robert Baker's 40 years at Mercer taught him about diversity
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How can people in privileged positions use their power for good? In this episode of The D&Igest, we spoke with Robert Baker, CEO of Potentia Talen...
22. Why D&I is just good business and what 30 years in the industry teaches you with Paula Newby
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Millennial and Gen Z voices are calling for change. There are more people than ever desiring positions with organisations that truly reflect the world...
21. Mass discrimination in LGBTQ+ healthcare and the revolutionary solution that's coming to the rescue with Justin Ayars
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
56% of the US’ 40 million LGBTQ+ healthcare patients still experience discrimination. 28% don’t bother to seek care. And of those that do, only 12...
20. What is disability denial and how do we ask for accommodations and proactive disability inclusion? With Julie Harris
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a severe brain injury, Julie Harris lost all memory of the first 20 years of her life. As a result of her own experience, she is now a disabilit...
19. How can being a 'disabled, gay man' positively shape lives, careers and ambitions? With Toby Mildon
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is your organisation diverse? Or is it diverse …ish? Today, we’re speaking with Toby Mildon. Toby is the founder and director of Mildon, an organi...
18. Nichelle Grant at Siemens on her lifelong battle for racial equality and how she's now making her learnings count
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The D&Igest, we speak with Nichelle Grant, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Siemens USA. She holds over 30 years of e...
17. How to find your cross-generational power and purpose to lead with Shelley Jeffcoat
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is your PIE? What has made you proud, has inspired you and has empowered you today? In this episode, we’re joined by Shelley Jeffcoat, founder,...
16. How modern society is re-defining queer culture and building safe spaces to make it possible with Matthew Carney
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the latest episode of The D&Igest you will hear Matthew Carney talk about what it means to be queer, how each city and its queer communities ar...
15: Mita Mallick on her struggles with bullies, being a storyteller and studying human behavior to remove bias from the workplace.
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of The D&Igest we have the Head of DE&I at Carta- Mita Mallick. With over 15 year of experience as a Storyteller workin...
14. Turning ADHD on its head to give disaffected youth a chance with David Court
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The D&Igest we have David Court- a UK based media producers with a long background in creating, producing and directing genre t...
13. Uber's LATAM D&I Head on his experience growing up gay in Brazil and how it's influencing the future of D&I in the region
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The D&Igest we spoke to D&I lead, EMEA & APAC at Uber- Rodrigo Caetano Teixeira. He shares authentic journey about comi...
12. Global D&I Lead Lisa Mulligan on how she translated personal diversity experiences into professional success
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode on The D&Igest, we have Lisa Mulligan speak about her journey as an HR professional who through her passion and the right op...
11. Sheree Atcheson on what D&I means beyond the workplace and how we can 'deliberately' be more inclusive as a society
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sheree Atcheson, a multi-award winning worldwide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion leader, keynote speaker, and published author, is our next D&Ige...
10. Shana Gujral on the benefits of bringing true self to the workplace and why belonging matters
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The D&Igest we speak to award winning entrepreneur Shana Gujral about what her journey in the world of EdTech has been and how ...
9. Why the pay gap has NOTHING to do with gender and how to tackle it instead with Vidir Ragnarrson
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"The pay gap is not about gender, it's about meritocracy" - Pay equity advocate and consultant Vidir shares how a system of meritocracy (and analytics...
8. The terrifying parallels between George Floyd and the infamous Stephen Lawrence enquiry with the man who was on the frontline, Kevin Bowsher
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the next episode of The D&Igest we have an extraordinary story to share with Kevin Bowsher who was once in the Police forces in the UK and has ...
7. Joanne Monck (OBE) on why becoming a woman took 58 years and what everyone can learn from the transgender experience
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joanne Monck was David for 58 years of her life and in this episode of The D&Igest she shares her journey from childhood to now- as an OBE award w...
6. Britain’s first black female creative director on why POC are crucial for the future of advertising with Jo Arscott
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Britain's 'First black female Creative Director' and an award-winning creative lead- Jo Arscott is our fabulous next guest on The D&Igest. Jo is a...
5. Yogesh Sokhal on why the corporate world has failed diverse talent (and what to do about it)
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On our next episode of The D&Igest we have Yogesh Sokhal who is the Group Vice President, for the Strategic Clients Group across APAC at Oracle. Y...
4. Sergio Panday on fixing BAME employees’ experience of work
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 4 of The D&Igest, Hayley Bakker (co-founder and CPO of Diversely) hosts with Sergio Panday (co-founder of Roots Inspire) as a special g...
3. Tanya Rolfe on how unlocking women’s finances could change the world
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tanya Rolfe is our next guest on the D&Igest and she is a force to be reckoned with. With over 15 years of working in some of the biggest law firm...
2. Emery Fung on normalising the trans journey (for everybody who isn’t)
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Emery Fung, a special guest from Hong Kong, joins us on the upcoming edition of The D&IGest. Emery wears several hats—he's TedX speaker, an LGBT...
1. Jane Evans on why ageism is the one ism we all need to address
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“Ageism is the one ism we’ll all experience, if we’re lucky.”- A quote so rightly spoken by Jane has always stuck with us and inspired us to h...