Pride but not proud
We have Pride, but where is the LGBT+ representation the rest of the year? DEI leader Leng Montgomery reminds us why Pride isn’t the only LGBT+ month each year.
The overlooked talent: Seven misconceptions hindering refugee recruitment
Dr Betina Szkudlarek and Dr Eun Su Lee discuss seven misconceptions that prevent HR managers from considering refugees as a valuable source of talent.
Pride and Pronouns: Why they are so important in HR
Why organisations and HR departments who are serious about cultivating inclusive and supportive workplace environments should not ignore the use of pronouns.
How to ensure good diversity and inclusion throughout a merger
David Marsden Pearson gives tips on how good D&I policies can be maintained during an M&A transition, and why this is so important.
Creative Leadership: Why it’s time to rethink what makes a good leader
Rama Gheerawo discusses some of the common misconceptions around leadership, and why HR needs to reevaluate their approach to leadership progression.
Help women feel safer at work – don’t be that man.
What can men as individuals do if they want to be stronger allies of women?
Focusing on taboo health woes boosts employee wellbeing
More employers are offering specialist health solutions as part of their employee wellbeing package to help improve retention
Company culture: what HR managers can learn about values led culture from the Eurovision Song Contest
Is the culture you’re trying to instil tone deaf? Discover the secret to a harmonious organisation and how can you avoid hitting the wrong notes.
Achieving gender diversity in the workplace isn’t just a numbers game
Studies have shown that gender balance in the workplace has many benefits, both for people and the businesses they work for
The negative impact of keeping disabilities hidden
Having a workplace culture that supports openness around disability is key to employees’ mental health and wellbeing
Why do we only celebrate women’s careers on International Women’s Day?
HR needs to promote female employees’ development outside of International Women’s Day
Ramadan: An opportunity of understanding and inclusion
Fahim Islam provides insight into what Ramadan is really about and how to support and include observing employees during this holy month.
Belonging: The forgotten tenet of diversity, equity and inclusion
Companies face fresh challenges when adopting diversity programmes if they ignore the most important element of all
Transgender Day of Visibility: How HR and leaders can play their part
Trans Day of Visibility 2022: Leng Montgomery explores #IAMENOUGH and what HR professionals and leaders must do to ensure that trans rights are a priority
Twitter CEO leads the way on paternity leave. It’s time for others to follow suit.
If the UK wants to lose its reputation for poor parental leave policies HR needs to step in and shake things up
How organisations can be more inclusive to the disabled community
Global keynote speaker Winston Ben Clements provides guidance on how organisations can better support and include the disabled community.
How HR can minimise the trauma triggering effect of the war in Ukraine
Whilst this piece will discuss the very real issue of the traumatising nature of tragic events such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine, it is important to emphasise that this is in no way comparable to the horrendous suffering being inflicted upon the residents of Ukraine, and their family and friends. The majority of us […]
How to cultivate diverse leadership in succession planning
Demonstrating a commitment to creating a diverse leadership team is paramount to attracting and retaining staff
Why build a psychologically safe workplace in 2022?
Abi Adamson explains the importance of psychological safety, and explores steps businesses can take to nurture a psychologically safe environment.
How can HR be more humane?
Showing greater compassion and empathy towards our fellow colleagues will be imperative in the post-pandemic working landscape.