It’s been seven years since I stood on that red spot all terrified and excited. From the moment I delivered that talk I knew that speaking about (incessantly, perhaps!) equity, diversity and inclusion was where my calling was. I know, I know.

Grief is extremely mean and has a habit of making itself at home for a while longer than you’d like. That feeling of loss is ironically incredibly heavy. After mum died, I kept having flashbacks to being a kid lost in the big ASDA crying out her name, to no avail. The reality of my youth is that she was always just busy weighing out 100 kilos of potatoes for the Sunday roast. Today I’m just someone in their late thirties who misses their mum terribly. Especially her roast potatoes.

One of the more interesting side-effects of doing the work that I do is that I get a marvellous insight into the ways in which, if I wanted to be, I could be very effectively transphobic.

The horrifying murder of Sarah Everard by police officer Wayne Couzens sent shockwaves across the UK. Myself and other EDI practitioners were stopped in our tracks by the ever unfolding systemic failings that were subsequently unearthed.

As we step into a new year, it's crucial to make workplaces more inclusive and understanding. Looking ahead to 2024, here are five goals to create a workplace culture that goes beyond the usual diversity talk.

In the intricate realm of human thinking, there exists a mysterious force known as unconscious bias. It quietly influences our thoughts, choices, and interactions.

In our pursuit of inclusivity, it is imperative to go beyond the confines of labels and focus on responding to individuals' distinct traits. This article delves into why recognising and embracing individual characteristics and qualities are of paramount importance in fostering a truly inclusive society.

While society has come a long way regarding LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance, it is crucial to remember that Pride still matters. It goes beyond a mere marketing opportunity for corporations to display rainbow-coloured logos. It is a time for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to come together, reaffirm their commitment to equality, and advocate for the rights of marginalized communities.

Inclusion is an active thing - one that requires dedicated time and effort to nurture. Building an inclusive culture is not something that can be rushed; and it requires a lot of patience and consistency to cultivate meaningful change. Although businesses often have to prioritise immediate results and short-term objectives, transforming a culture is a gradual process.