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'DEI is not a threat to merit – it is its most loyal ally.' A great article from Dr Jo Kandola, PhD, CPsychol, on the recent Trump administration letter to Harvard University.

"It was the West imposing these negative attitudes on to those countries, and - now the West’s attitudes have changed - are now criticising those countries for the attitudes which they imposed on them.” A fascinating insight into how negative attitudes towards LGBTQ+ people spread historically, and the minor and major changes made to works of art and historical figures to erase LGBTQ+ references. We'll be sharing more snippets from Professor Binna Kandola OBE's in-depth interview with journalist Adam Kirtley over the coming weeks. Interested in finding out more? Binna's latest book, "How to Build LGBTQ+ Inclusive Workplaces: A Psychological Approach", co-written with Dr Ashley Williams is out now! #RethinkingDEI #LGBTQ+ #Inclusion

"They're being judged not just for what they do but for who they are" In the second snippet from Professor Binna Kandola OBE's in-depth interview with journalist Adam Kirtley, Adam questions when LGBTQ+ discrimination first started to emerge - and the answer is surprisingly recent. Binna's latest book, "How to Build LGBTQ+ Inclusive Workplaces: A Psychological Approach", co-written with Dr Ashley Williams is out now! #RethinkingDEI #LGBTQ+ #Inclusion

What's your talent management philosophy? The way you identify, develop, and manage talent shapes your company’s success. But do you know which talent management philosophy drives your decisions? Take our quick Talent Management Philosophy Quiz and unlock the key to effective talent management: https://lnkd.in/e3wgJHaY It takes just 5 minutes to complete and will enable your organisation to: - Gain Clarity - Improve Strategy - Enhance Diversity & Inclusion - Make Data-Driven Decisions Put your strategy to the test today. #TalentManagement #PeopleManagement #LeadershipDevelopment

In an in-depth interview with journalist Adam Kirtley, Professor Binna Kandola OBE discussed his latest book, "How to Build LGBTQ+ Inclusive Workplaces: A Psychological Approach", co-written with Dr Ashley Williams. In the first snippet from the interview, below, Binna discusses the different insights he and Ashley brought to the book, before Adam delves into the wider context of LGBTQ+ attitudes throughout history explored in the book. #RethinkingDEI #LGBTQ+ #Inclusion

Have you looked in the mirror lately? "Humility, that willingness to reflect and keep learning, is where real change starts." A fantastic takeaway from the insightful conversation between Professor Binna Kandola OBE, Natasha Whitehurst and Dr Julie Humphreys FCIPD in the latest episode of the D & I Spy Podcast. Listen Now! 👇

Effective communication goes beyond language - it's about understanding and embracing diverse cultures. Creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels understood and valued starts with how we communicate, and adapting communication styles to fit our employees' cultures is an important part of that. But where do you start if you need to create and maintain an inclusive communication environment? - Lead by example: Modelling desired behaviour and valuing the diverse perspectives of your team will help to build a culturally inclusive workplace where everyone is respected. - Review polices and practices: Develop guidelines that respect various cultural norms, such as flexible holiday policies or diverse food options in the cafeteria. - Offer training: Cultural sensitivity training and open dialogue sessions can help promote mutual understanding and create safe spaces for employees to share their experiences. Learn more about adapting your communication style from Managing Psychologist Richard Rogers' recent article: https://lnkd.in/e8DSPebq #Inclusion #WorkplaceCommunication #CulturalCompetence #InclusiveTeams #Leadership #HR

Have you looked in the mirror lately? "Humility, that willingness to reflect and keep learning, is where real change starts." A fantastic takeaway from the insightful conversation between Professor Binna Kandola OBE, Natasha Whitehurst and Dr Julie Humphreys FCIPD in the latest episode of the D & I Spy Podcast. Listen Now! 👇

New webinar! Rethinking DEI: Inclusion - How to Build an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Workplace https://lnkd.in/ezk5GXKb LGBTQ+ Inclusion At Work - Mission Accomplished? With the celebration of Pride Month, LGBTQ+ History Month, and the annual re-brand of corporate logos in June, we may be forgiven for thinking we have 'achieved' LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the workplace.   As Professor Binna Kandola OBE notes, “There’s no doubt that there has been tremendous progress, but there is still a long way to go.” Join us for Binna's new webinar, the latest in our series "Rethinking DEI: Growth, Inclusion, Safety" where he will share insights from his recently released book "How To Build LGBTQ+ Inclusive Workplaces: A Psychological Approach", co-written by Dr Ashley Williams. In this exclusive new webinar, Binna will explore: - The surprisingly recent history of LGBTQ+ discrimination - The impact of this on LGBTQ+ experiences in the workplace - The approach organisations should take to promote inclusion for employees from a wide range of groups Join us on Wednesday 30th April at 09:15 am - 10 am (BST) - we hope to see you there! #RethinkingDEI #LGBTQ+ #DEI #HR #Inclusion

"The previous century only ended 25 years ago. What we're failing to acknowledge is whilst there has been tremendous change, there's still a long way to go and we can't ignore it." As part of our interview on Rethinking DEI: Growth, Inclusion, Safety, Professor Binna Kandola OBE discusses his latest book, co-written with Dr Ashley Williams: How to Build LGBTQ+ Inclusive Workplaces: A Psychological Approach. #LGBTQ+ #DEI #Inclusion