Women in Transport

The final episode of season one of The Women in Transport Podcast! On the topic of Allyship, in recognition of International Men's Day, 16 Days of Activism against gender based violence and White Ribbon Day. We dive into what it really means to be an ally, and how we can show up for one another without getting lost in the language. Shireen Ali-Khan was joined by co-host Gary Lincoln and wonderful guests Hira Ali and David Hampson-Ghani

In our this episode of the ⁠⁠Women in Transport⁠⁠ Podcast we're are discussing Menopause. Menopause is a natural phase of life for many women, yet it often remains shrouded in mystery, with countless myths and misunderstandings. We're here to shed light on the subject and offer insights, advice, and support. Our host, Shireen Ali-Khan is joined by; Professor Carole Davis, Director, Carole L. Davis Associates. Lynsey Michelle Turner, Senior Technician and Apprentice Transport Planner, AECOM Vikram Sinai Talaulikar, Specialist in Reproductive Medicine at UCLH and Hon. Associate Professor in Women's Health at UCL Join us as we emphasise the importance of open communication, empathy, and support for women experiencing menopause and through all life stages. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message

In our latest episode of the Women in Transport Podcast we're diving deep into the rich tapestry of Black History Month. Join us as we Salute our Sisters on this captivating journey. Talking about representation, history, and hope. Our host, Shireen Ali-Khan is joined by four wonderful guests; Jackie Anyango; Inclusion Lead, Galliford Try Lorraine Mhonyera; Founder of Ethnicity & Race in Rail, Network Rail Marcia Williams; People Manager, Diversity & Inclusion, Transport for London Melanie Clarke; Director of Health Safety & Wellbeing, National Highways We'll explore the significance of representation and understanding historical contexts as we discuss the ongoing struggle for racial equality and justice. Our guests will shed light on the challenges faced by Black communities and the critical work being done to address systemic racism and inequality. Join us for an enlightening, thought-provoking, and celebratory conversation as we Salute our Sisters. Don't miss this compelling episode of the Women in Transport Podcast as we come together to honour, learn from, and uplift Black voices and experiences during Black History Month. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message

In this thought-provoking episode of we delve deep into the world of inclusive recruitment, exploring strategies and insights to create a more equitable and diverse workforce. Hosted by Shireen Ali-Khan, and joined by our guest experts; Mark Lomas - Head of Culture, Lloyd's of London, Laura Taylor - HR Director, Road Haulage Association, Naomi Barringer, HR Director TRL and Jo Major - Founder, Diversity in Recruitment, who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Join us as we unravel the intricate web of biases that often taint the hiring process and discover practical steps to break free from them. Our guests share personal anecdotes and research-backed practices to transform your organisation's recruitment efforts. From addressing unconscious biases to fostering an inclusive culture, this episode is a comprehensive guide to redefining your approach to talent acquisition. We'll also explore how technology and data-driven methods can help in achieving inclusive recruitment goals while highlighting real-world success stories that showcase the positive impact of diverse teams on business outcomes. Tune in and take the first steps toward building a workforce that reflects the richness of our society, fuels innovation, and propels your organisation towards a brighter, more inclusive future. This episode is supported by Diversity in Recruitment, Helping agency and internal recruiters to get to grips with Diversity and Inclusion. To find out more about the Women in Transport Podcasts and how you can reach your audience through sponsoring, visit us on www.womenintransport.com/intersectionality. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message

Trailer. The Women in Transport Podcast. Episode Five. South Asian Heritage Month. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message

South Asian Heritage Month. Through an inspiring and analytical lens, we dig deep into the lives of the women of the transport sector. Uncovering how various levels of power and privilege interface and crossover along the way.  Join us as we speak to these women, hear their stories and learn how we can all be active allies, which is vitally required for the success of the transport sector but also in helping us to be stronger and meet the needs of the communities within which we operate and the customers we serve.  In this episode we hear the stories from our guests, talk about representation, belonging and allyship to mark South Asian Heritage Month. We are joined by; Daljit Kalirai, Sales & Partnerships Director, National Express Jenita Treacy, Senior Product Manager, Transport for London Nafisa Nathani, EDI Project Manager, Network Rail Monica Kohil, Senior Lawyer, Guard AS and President, WISTA UK Rupali Sharma-Patel, Head of Assisted Transport; On Demand Transport, Transport for London --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message

In this episode we are lifting the lid of infertility and how this effects women at work. This episode we are joined by: Becky Kearns, Fertility Matters at Work Jo Foxall, Transport for Wales and Women in Transport Wales hub lead Jo Pobrotyn, Women in Transport Karen Camilleri, Camilleri Appointments Lucy Smith, Taylor Woodrow Vicky Glover, Kier Highways and hosted by Shireen Ali-Khan Women in Transport This episode is supported by Fertility Matters at Work - Ensuring fertility is recognised and supported in all organisations. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message

Through an inspiring and analytical lens, we dig deep into the lives of the women of the transport sector. Uncovering how various levels of power and privilege interface and crossover along the way.  Join us as we speak to these women, hear their stories and learn how we can all be active allies, which is vitally required for the success of the transport sector but also in helping us to be stronger, meet the needs of the communities within which we operate and the customers we serve.  In our third episode we mark Pride Month and delve into what belonging means for our LGBTQI+ colleagues as well as touching upon "otherness" and intersectionality. Hear from our guests as they speak about their experiences, allyship, hopes and just how far the workplace has come. Our host, Shireen Ali-Khan, Intersectionality Lead, Women in Transport, and specialist consultant, is joined by co-host Charlie Barnes Innovation Project Lead, Consumer Vulnerability at UKPN. They are joined by: Melissa Reynard, Project Director, COWI UK Limited Saima Razzaq, Director of Change and Communications, Birmingham Pride Holly Taylor, Regional Communications Manager (South West), National Highways Joe Brown, Strategic Delivery & Change Manager and Chair of the LGBTQ+ colleague network, Transport for London Find out more about Women in Transport Let us know what you think of this episode in our poll. Join us next time as we hear more from the women in our sector. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message

Through an inspiring and analytical lens, we dig deep into the lives of the women of the transport sector. Uncovering how various levels of power and privilege interface and crossover along the way.  Join us as we speak to these women, hear their stories and learn how we can all be active allies, which is vitally required for the success of the transport sector but also in helping us to be stronger and meet the needs of the communities within which we operate and the customers we serve.  In our second episode we delve into maternal mental health for Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week. Hear from our guests as they speak about their experiences, hopes for others and how the workplace can support mothers.   Our host: Shireen Ali-Khan, Intersectionality Lead, Women in Transport, and specialist consultant is joined by; Jo Field, President of Women in Transport, CEO and Founder, JFG Communications Daljit Kalirai, West Midlands Regional Lead, Women in Transport and Sales and Partnerships Director, National Express Philo Daniel, Global Director, Aviation and Urban Security, Smiths Detection Susan Alake, Head of Governance and Assurance, Rail Delivery Group Jon Manning, CEO and Founder, Arthur Ellis - Mental Health Support For more details on Women in Transport visit us! The Arthur Ellis not-for-profit 1:1 service is there for anyone from the age of 8 years old all the way through to people in their 90s and beyond! Working directly with companies to enable their staff to access the service including healthcare and education sectors. Please speak to your employer about their 1:1 service and see how it may help you or your colleagues. If you might feel like you could do with some help, or would like to refer a member of your family, no matter how big or small the issue ahead, you can self-refer on the website and chat to the team. For more information on Maternal Mental Health Week visit the Maternal Mental Health Alliance Join us next time as we hear more from the women in our sector. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message

Through an inspiring and analytical lens, we dig deep into the lives of the women of the transport sector. Uncovering how various levels of power and privilege interface and crossover along the way. Join us as we speak to these women, hear their stories and learn how we can all be active allies, which is vitally required for the success of the transport sector but also in helping us to be stronger and meet the needs of the communities within which we operate and the customers we serve. This bumper first episode take us into International Women's Day and Women's History Month – our guests will lead us through their career highlights, career lows, talk about the allies they had or indeed wished they'd had and what their aspirations are for the next generation of transport professionals. Our host: Shireen Ali-Khan, Intersectionality Lead, Women in Transport, and specialist consultant Our guests are: Mel Clark, Director of Health, Safety and Wellbeing, National Highways Marwa El-Sheemy, Project Manager (Diversity & Inclusion), Bechtel Fiona Hamilton, Transport Manager, ACS&T Logistics Hadil Zambour, Civil Engineer Trainee, Kier Marcia Williams, People Manager, Delivery Manager and Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Transport for London Sonya Byers, CEO, Women in Transport For more details on how you can get involved with Women in Transport visit us at https://www.womenintransport.com/ Join us next time as we hear more from the women in our sector. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenintransport/message