"You Can't Say Anything Anymore!" by Diversifying Group

In this episode, with special guest Lynne Parker from Funny Women we talk about how ageism, sexism and more affect the world of work; with a brief interlude about the launch of a certain stretchy clothing! Learn more about Diversifying Group

We're back with another episode of Diversity Unplugged - this time, it's an informal water cooler chat in the office (over zoom, we don't have water coolers, we have a fancy tap!) about what we've been up to; Doctor Who, Baldur's Gate and setting New Year's resolutions! Learn more about Diversifying Group

We discuss all things AI with series regular Yani, and special guest Marlene Dahle; co-founder of Empire AI. We dive into the gender bias that AI presents,  what happened at OpenAI and why do all voice assistants sound like females? Learn more about Diversifying Group

We're back with another episode of Diversity Unplugged - this time, it's an informal water cooler chat in the office (over zoom, we don't have water coolers) about what we've been watching; Sex Education. We also talk about being an adult, and how exciting it can be to buy a new vacuum in your 30s.

We're back with our new re-branded podcast, Diversity Unplugged!In this episode, we chat with Eva Echo about what's in the news with trans people, why have they suddenly been put in the spotlight and also, what does matcha taste like?Follow Eva here: https://www.instagram.com/evaech0/Sources used in the episode:- https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64184736- https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-announces-plans-to-reform-process-of-changing-legal-gender

Forget what you know about yoga! We sit down with Nikita Desai this week to re-trace the roots of yoga. Nikita takes us through her own journey with discovering an authentic practice of yoga and becoming disillusioned with the westernised, whitewashed version we see on social media. Come on this journey with us.Diversify your yoga practice. Check out Nikita's YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@nikyyoga and make sure to give her a follow on TikTok for more educational content https://www.tiktok.com/@nikyyoga

It's a very special collab episode! This Pride month we've partnered with Rainbow Dads to bring you this insightful episode into all things rainbow parenting. Co-host from Diversifying Group, Stef Martin, was joined in the virtual realm by Nicholas McInerny, host of popular podcast Rainbow Dads. Together, they welcomed four wonderful guests with unique queer parenting experiences: Kate, Elliot, Pritpal, and Amy. This is an unmissable episode for ALL of our episodes, whether you're queer, a parent, or neither! 

Co-hosts Naomi and Tobi are joined in the podcast studio this time with two of their wonderful and impressive colleagues. Almaas (Process Team Lead) and Olivia (Diversity and Inclusion Consultant) guest on the podcast this month to talk about intersectionality within data. We all know intersectionality is a vital component of Diversity and Inclusion to be considered, but how does it impact data? Almaas and Olivia are both big data-heads and they deliver some home truths in this episode.

Co-hosts Naomi and Tobi are once again in the studio and welcome a returning guest, the wonderful Ngozi Cadmus. Ngozi is a highly trained psychotherapist, a business coach, and CEO and founder of an online counselling service. We tap into this expertise to talk about MENTAL HEALTH AT WORK. They go into experiences of racism at work, how to protect your wellbeing and knowing your worth. Find a transcript of the show here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1236089/episodes Follow our podcast for monthly new episodes:https://open.spotify.com/show/2wnpBK0TEK7R2pwyZkrine?si=6b979c70c8944cc1

This week, Naomi co-hosts the podcast with her colleague Tobi on the Diversifying Agencies platform. Tobi is an established worker in the DE&I space (Diversity, Equality and Inclusion) and she helps shed a light on what Diversifying Agencies is and how it aims to help the recruitment world.  Together they interview clients Ella from Carrington West and Paul from 360 Staffing Solutions. Listen as they talk about what role DE&I has in the recruitment world and about their own journeys and biases.  For a transcript of the show, see our hosting site: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1236089/episodesAbout our guests:Ella RazzellElla Razzell is the Compliance Manager and Diversity & Inclusion Champion at Carrington West. She has ten years experience in Quality and Compliance management in a technical recruitment environment, and her role includes keeping abreast of relevant legislation, contracts and documentation control; managing the compliance team function; ensuring Carrington West remain ISO 9001,1400 &27001 certifiedPaul McGuinessWith over 15 years recruitment experience to draw upon alongside AEoC Coaching and Activia Training certifications, Paul helps people build and grow their recruitment business within and organisation that cares passionately about it's people.

Trigger warning: this episode discusses issues to do with racism, anti-Sikhism and homophobia. This week Naomi interviews LGBTQ++ advocate Pritpal Bhullar on his experiences coming out as a bisexual man in this Sikh community and raising his family with his partner. Listen and learn more about the unique experience of LGBTQ+ Sikhs and how faith and sexuality intersect, and how you can support and know more about the community today.  For a transcript of the show, see our hosting site: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1236089/episodes  About our guest:Pritpal Bhullar has been a volunteer for a charity called Diversity Role Models (DRM) for about 5 years. It is a charity which actively seeks to embed inclusion and empathy in the next generation, which will in time lead to a world where future generations embrace, accept and support difference. DRM do this by facilitating workshops in schools by creating safe spaces where participants can explore difference and consider their role in creating a world where we all feel accepted.

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses issues with mental health, mental health stigma, sectioning, racism, colonial violence and anti-blackness.  This week, Naomi interviews Psychotherapist Ngozi Cadmus about starting her own therapy clinic, and tips on how to get started on taking care of your mental health.  Listen and get a better understanding of the challenges that people of colour specifically face with receiving help for mental health services, and get to know tips on how to speak to your employer about mental health. For a transcript of the show see our hosting site: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1236089/episodesAbout our guest:Ngozi Cadmus is a qualified Psychotherapist, Social Worker and Business Strategist. She has a coaching & consultancy company that helps women of faith to become leaders in their respective industries and help them start, build and scale up their wellness business. Our consultancy focuses on assisting corporations in achieving their Equity, Diversity & Inclusion objectives through training to help identify, train, and retain Black Female Talent in their companies to create a representative leadership team that reflects their diverse workforce.Additionally, Ngozi is the CEO & Founder of Frontline Therapist, an affordable and accessible culturally sensitive online counselling service for Black and Asian Minority Ethnic Individuals and all Individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds nationwide."

This week, Naomi interviews Personal Finance Expert Krystle McGilvery about starting her own business, personal finance tips and the ways in which neurotypical people view money differently than neurodivergent people. Listen and get a better understanding of what can you do to get started on your personal finance journey. For a transcript of the show see our hosting site: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1236089/episodesAbout our guest:Krystle McGilvery is the founder of Mind Over Money, a behavioural finance consultancy. She combines CBT, behavioural science, and financial expertise to support others in making good financial decisions, build wealth and financial confidence. Krystle has appeared on ITV, in The Telegraph, and on BBC Radio. Krystle works with individuals and founders and has partnered with companies including Equifax, AllBright, and Moonpig. https://www.wearemindovermoney.com/

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses issues with mental health,  racism, intergenerational trauma and anti-blackness. There's a reason why hair is such an integral part of Black history and culture.  In today's podcast we explore the complex history of afro and textured hair and how this is still echoed in society today. Listen as host Naomi chats with colleagues Ben and Desiree to chat about their hair journey and experiences. We talk about how their hair is a personal expression of who they are and how the evolution of Black Culture, has brought us to a time when more and more Black people are embracing the natural beauty of their own hair.  Additionally hear them discuss what new, and inspiring legacies are being created today in the world of Black Hair.  About our guests:Desiree OforiPronouns She/HerDesiree has worked in customer service for six years and comes from a creative background, having graduated from the British and Irish Modern Institute of Contemporary Music, where she studied a BA in Professional Musicianship. Desiree has worked with many international and UK-based musicians on their albums and singles, as well as designing their marketing materials.Desiree's has a passion for music and for people. She has worked with her local community for many years and worked with several anti-racist organisations. In 2021, she worked with a film company to produce a documentary on the area of Tottenham, which she filmed and edited for YouTube. Desiree's drive to create equal opportunities has led her to work in D&I recruitment because it gives her the opportunity to effect meaningful change.Desiree joined us through our Academy, a comprehensive training programme for individuals who want to develop a career with a D&I focus, support clients on their D&I journey, and thrive in a supportive workplace.Ben MusgravePronouns: He/HimBen has 14 years' experience of driving Equality, Diversity and inclusion (E, D&I) initiatives across the Start-up, NGO and Public Sectors in Europe, Africa and Asia, with a particular focus on rights-based programming.As a qualified coach and experienced facilitator, Ben utilises participatory methodologies to work collaboratively with others to create positive change.Aside from his passion for E, D&I, Ben excels at getting injured whilst playing sports, collects Comics and sings badly in the shower.

In the UK, more than 2 million people are living with sight loss.  BlindTobes is one of them. He is a well known TikToker and hopes his  videos on living with sight loss will help spread awareness about the condition.Toby,  has achieved mass success on the app since launching his account earlier this year. A video demonstrating Toby at his first ever blind football match amassed 1M views while another showing how he walks with a cane gained 2M views. Listen as host Naomi sits down to chat with Toby all about his experiences as a content creator, his challenges with mental health and his love for football.  Connect with us as Toby talks about the power of social media and how it has allowed Toby to amass an audience to spread awareness about blindness and accessibility needs. Additionally join us as they discuss what new, and inspiring legacies are being created today in the world of blind sport.  About our guest:Toby (BlindTobes) He/HimToby is a UK based content creator who has exploded onto the TikTok scene, using his platform to educate, laugh and shed light on his life as a blind man. Toby and his girlfriend Natalie's infectious optimism and authenticity has gained him a highly engaged audience who love following his journey.Links Toby mentioned:https://www.tiktok.com/@blindtobeshttps://www.instagram.com/blindtobes/

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses issues with mental health,  racism, intergenerational trauma and anti-blackness.  Despite a handful of UK sports initiatives being introduced to increase diversity in the leadership of sports organisations, there still has been a lack of  success and medalists from underrepresented groups. Diversity in leadership is an essential part of this change and ensuring that opportunities will be increased for underrepresented groups Podcast host Naomi chats with Geoff Thompson MBE, Chair of the London Youth Games and Deputy Chair of the Birmingham Commonwealth Games. Listen as they explore Geoff's background as a child of immigrants from Guyana and Barbados to a former five times world karate champion and his intro into his career in sports administration.  Connect with us as Geoff talks about the power of sports and sports provides common a purpose of ambition where all different backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and lifestyles, can be unified together. In addition with the added purpose which can aid with mental, physical, emotional health and well being. Additionally we look forward to what new, and inspiring legacies are being created today in the rich and intricate story of British Athletes and sports.  About our guest:Prof. Geoff Thompson, MBE, FRSA, DL Geoff Thompson has a 35-year track record in the social and human development of young people and communities. As a former five times world karate champion, sports administrator and politician, he has realised a unique range of skill sets that have seen him advise, develop and deliver social and human project and programme initiatives globally. Geoff has also undertaken a number of public and private sector appointments developing and contributing to equity, diversity and inclusion at all levels of society.He is the Founder and Chair of the Youth Charter, a UK-based international charity and United Nations NGO that uses the ethics of sport, arts, cultural and digital activities to tackle the problems of educational non-attainment, health inequality, anti-social behaviour and crime in some of the most troubled areas around the world. Geoff is also a Board Member of the London Legacy Development Corporation an Advisory Board Member of the Muhammad Ali Center, Louisville, USA, Advisor to the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation and was Chair of the Board of Governors at the University of East London for two years. Geoff is Chair of the Operational Board of the Professional Footballers' Association, Deputy Chair of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and Chair of the London Youth Games.Links Geoff mentioned:https://www.youthcharter.org/

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses issues with mental health, transphobia, racism, colonial violence and anti-blackness.  Podcast host Naomi sits down with artist Rudy Loewe to explore how they interpret black histories and social politics through painting, drawing and text.  Listen as they discuss Britain's response to black resistance in the English-speaking Caribbean in the 60s,70s and 80s. Gain a more comprehensive picture of Black presence in Britain today. Connect with us in learning how even today Black History is being erased with many of the archives not being accessible to the public. Additionally we look forward to what new, and inspiring legacies are being created today in the rich and intricate story of Black British Artists.  About our guest:Rudy Loewe (they/them) Rudy Loewe is a London-based visual artist engaging histories, politics and Caribbean folklore through painting and drawing. Loewe's practice interrogates what has become truth in the collective memory, envisaging alternate futures that centre black queer and trans experience. They are currently undertaking a practice-based PhD at the University of the Arts London, critiquing Britain's relationship to Black Power organising in the English-speaking Caribbean during the 1960s and 70s. Using records from The National Archives, Loewe is platforming this history, creating paintings and drawings.Black Digital Archiving Project: blackdigitalarchives.orgRudy Loewe insta: @RudyLoeweCatch Rudy at these exhibitions this year (2022).- New Contemporaries (Hull, London) https://newcontemporaries.org.uk/- NAE Open 22, New Art Exchange Nottingham, https://www.nae.org.uk/- The solo exhibition hasn't been announced so will do that closer to the time Rudy also mentioned:- The Huntley Archives held at London Metropolitan Archives- rukus! archive held at London Metropolitan Archives- ‘Black Power in Bermuda: The Struggle for Decolonization' by Quito Swan- ‘Black Power in the Caribbean' edited by Kate Quinn 

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses issues with mental health such as depression, body /weight talk, anxiety and s*icide.  Over the years, mental health issues have become more prevalent due to social media, the  coronavirus, and extreme standards set for both men and women. According to the Mental Health Foundation, approximately 1 in 8 men have a common mental health problem such as anxiety, stress, or depression, however why isn't anyone talking about it as much? Podcast host Naomi sits down with colleagues Dylan and Malkesh to raise awareness of Men's Mental Health week. Listen as we explore some of the challenges that men face today in 2022  of finding and seeking help. Join us as we gain a more complete understanding of the heavy expectations that men face and the lack of positive representation for male body diversity - it's an episode you won't want to miss.  About our guests:Dylan Francis (He/Him)Dylan is an advocate of equal opportunities and diverse and inclusive workplaces. He graduated from Boston City Campus with a Bachelor of Commerce in Management Marketing, after a course change from Law. His career started in a B2B environment with ERP solutions where he spent four years honing his marketing abilities, such as website management, email marketing funnels and social media creation. Dylan's goal is to bring ideas to life and start a conversation, while creating and maintaining strong, diverse networks.Some of Dylan's passions include getting lost in new places, trying out new venues, watching good movies and listening to music. In his free time, you'll find him with good friends, discovering new spots, and planning their next travel locations. He also enjoys sports such as rugby, rowing and F1.Malkesh Vaghela (He/Him)Malkesh has experience working within the customer service and marketing fields. He is a friendly and motivated individual and enjoys providing excellent customer service to his clients. Malkesh is passionate about using social media and marketing to bring about positive change in the world. In his spare time, he enjoys learning new content creation skills and has set up his own YouTube channel. Malkesh plays video games and edits them for multiple social media outlets with the aim to bring happiness and laughter to all. He also learnt how to use the Adobe suite in his own time to pursue becoming a full-time content creator.Malkesh is interested in Technology, Football, and all things Gaming.

Today in 2022, Astrology is experiencing a surge in popularity, but why? Is it that social media is making astrology more accessible, opening it up to younger audiences? Or is have the last few years when there's been so much uncertainty, made people turn to mysticism for serious guidance, a bit of levity and everything in between? Podcast host Naomi sits down with Astrology enthusiast Faustine and explores her journey to understanding more about herself and finding a community of likeminded people.  Join us as we gain a more complete understanding of birth charts, rising signs and the famous mercury in retrograde. It's an episode that we predict that you'll love!  About our guests:Faustine Ladeiro-LeventLead Recruitment Marketing SpecialistPronouns: She/TheyA keen advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace (and out), Faustine joins the team with six years' experience in digital marketing and communications, specialising in content and social media marketing, recruitment advertising, and employer branding. Drawing from a varied background in linguistics, languages and creative writing, she is passionate about helping organisations develop their unique employer brand and using creative communications to reach a diverse candidate pool.If you're interested in learning more about astrology, Faustine recommends these accounts to follow on Instagram:@KayxStars@notallgeminis@thestrology@alizakelly@queercosmosThis podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

Trigger Warning - This podcast contains references to  mental health, racism and racial slurs.This podcast episode digs deep inside the British melting pot; what happens when your parents come from different countries, cultures, religions and races.  And how does  the distinct feeling of otherness projected onto your face because you look just a little bit “different" affect your views later on?Listen as we allow the space and time to devote to giving life to this much needed conversation,  in exploring the backgrounds and experiences of the multitude of ‘peoples' that sit within the vast spectrum of what it means to be ‘multi-heritage'. Join us as we gain a more compassionate understanding of race and identity. We can't wait for you to hear this episode! About our guests:Habbiba MackintoshHabbiba has extensive experience supporting those from marginalised communities around their housing needs and EET aspirations. Through this frontline experience she was able to see first hand the consequences of inequality. As a BSc Criminology and Sociology Graduate Habbiba was able to explore the roots of D&I and the role in which they play within society on both a micro and macro level. Through her studies Habbiba's interest around E, D&I peaked, and her passion to advocate the need for social change developed. In her spare time, Habbiba thoroughly enjoys football as well as any excuse to be outdoors. More recently Habbiba has started writing poetry and utilises this medium to reflect on the world.Yani KingYani has a wealth of experience leading diversity & inclusion initiatives and designing and developing inclusive training, within regulation and higher education. Yani describes her approach to D&I as ‘Fun D&I', where she uses innovative and person centric approaches to explore D&I themes comfortably. Yani is passionate about embedding inclusion and building cultural practices that foster a sense of belonging. She is someone who will never stop learning and uses the knowledge gained, from around the world, to inform her work. In her spare time Yani enjoys going to the theatre, gaming and cooking up storm in the kitchen.Ben MusgraveBen has 14 years' experience of driving Equality, Diversity and inclusion (E, D&I) initiatives across the Start-up, NGO and Public Sectors in Europe, Africa and Asia, with a particular focus on rights-based programming.As a qualified coach and experienced facilitator, Ben utilises participatory methodologies to work collaboratively with others to create positive change.Aside from his passion for E, D&I, Ben excels at getting injured whilst playing sports, collects Comics and sings badly in the shower.This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

Families that were once seen as groundbreaking, different or taboo are speaking up, and changing how we think about parenting. Podcast host Naomi sits down with two guests Elliott Rae (founder of musicfootballfatherhood.com a platform for dads) and colleague Rebecca Davy (Head of Boards Practise) to talk to them about the relationships that define us and what it means to be a parent. Listen as they explore what good representation means and how the parenting community is evolving and becoming more inclusive. Laugh along as they explain some of the challenges with parenting in the digital age that they've faced. Understand how modern flexible working fallows parents to more quality time with their children than ever before. We can't wait for you to hear this episode! About our guests: Elliott Rae Author, speaker and founder of MusicFootballFatherhood.com (MFF) - the UK's most exciting parenting & lifestyle platform for men. Elliott is a forward-thinking D&I specialist (previously the Head of D&I delivery at HM Treasury) and one of the UK's leading speakers on fatherhood, mental health & masculinity.Rebecca DavyRebecca has spent over eight years in the recruitment industry working across a variety of sectors including Finance & Accountancy, Editorial & Design, Sales, Operational Risk and most recently Legal professionals from Company Secretaries to General Counsels.In her spare time, she is on the Board of Governors for her son's school where she can focus her passion for equal opportunities into ensuring that a culture of Diversity and Inclusion is instilled and promoted from an early age. She also has a keen interest in behavioural science and enjoys watching old movies and listening to Jazz.Trigger Warning - This podcast contains references to  mental health, sexism and racism. This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

Mentorship is a learned skill that can benefit many people, especially in their early careers. However this support is not always accessible to everyone. Podcast host Naomi sits down with some of the team at eBay UK and talks to them about their answer to this very problem - the Shadow Board.Listen as they explore how to be an effective mentor and how to get the most out of mentoring. Laugh along as they explain some of the challenges with two-way mentoring and the imposter syndrome that they've faced. Understand how multilevel mentorship strategies allow companies to create ideas that no one has ever thought of before. We can't wait for you to hear this episode! About our guests:Eve Williams (she/her)Chief Marketing Officer, eBay UK Eve is responsible for all of eBay UK's marketing. She creates impactful brand campaigns to show the breadth of eBay's marketplace and champion the 300,000 businesses on the platform. Outside of her core role, Eve is also the executive sponsor of the D&I group ‘Women at eBay' and, prior to joining eBay, spent seven years at ASOS as Global Brand Director. Sanjukta Sen (she/her)C2C Analyst, eBay UK Sanjukta works as an Analytics Manager at eBay UK, working in the preloved team to make eBay the number one choice for everyday customers to buy and sell their second hand, preloved items on the marketplace. She started her career on the graduate scheme at Dyson, moving through roles in digital marketing, account management, and retail operations. Outside her job, she loves to read, paint, and spin.Tom Jurkschat (he/him)Marketing Manager, eBay UK Tom started as an Intern at a Digital Marketing Agency before moving to eBay where he has been for over 7 years. He spent the first 4.5 years in the Australian team before moving to the UK to take on new opportunities and is currently the Operations & Planning Marketing Manager, focusing on critical activity for eBay customers. Outside of work, Tom enjoys spending time with his kids, exploring the UK and playing rugby.

As LGBTQIA+ History month comes to the end in the U.K, podcast host Naomi sits down with colleagues Almaas and Habbiba on their  journeys in navigating their queer identities in Academia. Listen as they talk about their research into queer communities through an academic lens and discuss ways in which academia can be more inclusive. Join us as we attempt to navigate what it's like being a POC within the wider LGBTQIA+ community, as well as feelings of isolation. About our guests:Almaas BokhariHabbiba MackintoshTrigger Warning - This podcast contains references to  homophobia, sexism and racism. This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

Podcast host Naomi gets real with colleagues Barish Mata, Malkesh Vaghela & Denise Kawooya on their  journeys in navigating their identities as first and second generation immigrants in the U.K.  Listen as they talk being a POC within the wider community, feelings of isolation as well as their specific experiences of understanding those that came before them. Join us and laugh along with us as we attempt to navigate a space that is somewhere between. About our guests:Malkesh VaghelaInstagram: Malky16 / MalkygamingYouTube: youtube.com/malkygamingDenise Kawooyahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-kawooya-572841147/ Barish Matahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/barish-mata-197675134/Trigger Warning - This podcast contains references to sexism and racism. This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

Podcast host Naomi gets real with colleagues Eddie Kaziro and Almaas Bokhari on their  journeys in navigating their intersectional identities. Listen as they talk being a POC within the queer community, feelings of isolation as well as their specific experiences of growing up within the U.K. Join us and laugh along with us as we attempt to navigate a space that is always somewhere between.  About our guests: Eddie KaziroEddie has a broad and varied career history. Up until 2015 he worked within the entertainment industry. Eddie recently completed a masters in Contemporary Culture at the University of York where he developed a keen interest in historical and political discourse surrounding racial relations.Almaas BokhariINTP-T/QPOC/ASD/MSc/WAPhttps://www.instagram.com/_almoose_/Almaas is passionate about providing the best experiences they can for clients and has had a successful career in customer success spanning numerous industries prior to joining the team. Having worked in the charity, public, and private sectors, they are adept at providing assistance in varying settings, and after spending 3 years as an NHS Health Advisor they thrive when doing this under considerable pressure.Trigger Warning - This podcast contains references to homophobia and racism.  This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

Podcast host Naomi sits down with Masashi Tsudaka on his journey working abroad in the humanitarian sector in some of the world's most difficult crisies. He talks openly about his struggles with adapting to new cultures and difficulties in finding representation for himself as a Japanese man in the humanitarian sector. About our guest:Masashi Tsudaka works on the coordination of various conferences in the environmental fora, including knowledge management, public relations and logistics support as a member of Strategic Management Office. Prior to this,  he worked as a humanitarian worker for various organisations for a decade. His professional field experiences include humanitarian responses to Israel/Palestine Conflict (2009-11), Japan Tsunami (2011), Philippines Super Typhoon Haiyan (2013), Afghanistan Conflict (2015), South Sudan Conflict (2016) and Myanmar Conflict (2018-20). His area of expertise is not only in management of various humanitarian interventions (e.g. health, protection, economic security, water and habitat) at the field level, but also in fundraising, public relations, communications, advocacy, conference/event management, administration, monitoring and evaluation at the headquarters' level. This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

Today is a very special episode! Podcast host Naomi is joined by a co-host, Rebecca Davy (Talent Lead: Boards, BAME Recruitment). Together they sit down with two trustees, Lameya Chaudhury & Michael Crick and discuss their experiences on becoming trustees. Listen as they talks openly about the struggles in representation within trustee boards and how being a trustee has proved to be meaningful for them. In addition listen for any tips and tricks on getting started as a trustee member yourself.  About our guest speakers:Lameya Chaudhury – Head of Marketing and Communications at EVERFI UK. Appointed on 06 September 2021 as a Trustee at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre. she/herLameya (La-mee-ya)  has over 12 years of experience specialising in education marketing and understands the important role it can play as a tool for positive social change. She is the Head of Marketing and Communications at EVERFI UK, an international technology organisation tackling social issues and long-term inequality.  Her professional career has provided myriad experiences within multicultural environments and various sectors, including commercial, charities and government clients.Michael CrickMichael Crick has been a broadcaster and writer for more than 40 years.  Among other posts, he has been Washington correspondent (1988-90) and political correspondent (2011-19) of Channel 4 News, and political editor of BBC Newsnight (2007-11).  He has won four Royal Television Society awards, including Specialist Journalist of the Year in both 2014 and 2018.  He was Political Studies Association Journalist of the Year in 2014, and given the Charles Wheeler Award for Outstanding Contribution to  Broadcast Journalism in 2018.  He currently makes topical films for Mail+, a website run by Associated Newspapers.This episode contains TW for: Racism This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

In the U.K only 5% of Black British people are in 'manager, director or senior official' jobs.Podcast host Naomi sits down with Adese Okojie on her journey to creating Black Woman in HR. She talks openly about her struggles and difficulties in finding representation for herself and how creating Black Woman in HR has helped her to find her own tribe. About our guest speaker: Adese established BWHR in June 2019 out of her own personal experiences as a black woman navigating her career in United Kingdom. In addition to leading our strategy, Adese is a Senior Business Partner at a multinational Engineering company, a Non Executive Board member and a strong advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion. Adese achieved an empowerment award nomination for her role in the career development of black women in Human Resources from Nations of Women in 2021 and most recently was celebrated as one of the top 50 women around the world by Powerhouse global magazine.In her spare time, she volunteers at her local Church as a Sunday School Teacher, attends music concerts, researches something new, and travels the world to discover new cultures. She believes that a strong community with purpose will overcome barriers.  This episode contains TW for: Racism, anxiety, depression,This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

1 in 4 people will experience some form of mental health problem each year. However during the pandemic more than 42% of people reported anxiety and depression. Podcast host Naomi sits down with Gary Wills and Luke Davis, both mental health advocates on their experiences with dealing with mental health at work. Gary gets candid about his experiences with mental health whilst on furlough and Luke talks openly about his journey to setting up the Matt Palmer Trust,  whose goal is to support the mental well-being of people of all ages in the UK and Ireland. About our guest speaker: Gary is an experienced recruiter of over 20 years in the IT sector who found himself furloughed at the beginning of the pandemic. Gary decided to set up a non for profit initiative to improve the mental wellbeing of the job searcher and people on furlough. The project has since gone on to become recognised and awarded "The point of Light" by the Prime Minister. His non for profit FurLearn has also won prestigious awards at the Learning and Performance Institute as well as patterning with Google Digital Garage and being featured on the BBC and ITV. Gary has also gone on to set up HIS own recruitment company called Talent Today to help improve and fast track the recruitment process for the Job searcher and hiring manager.This episode contains TW for: Mental Health, suicide, break downs, anxiety, depression, This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

You'll probably have heard of the term bisexual,  however did you that the bisexual community is extremely diverse and the challenges that they face differ from their fellow  LGBTQ+ peers? Or that bisexual people make less than £30,000 annually, compared to 28% of the general population? Podcast host Naomi sits down with Vaneet Mehta, an Indian bisexual man who is an advocate for bisexual representation and visibility.  About our guest speaker: My name is Vaneet Mehta, pronouns He/Him, and I am an Indian bisexual man born and raised in Southall, West London. I work as a Software Engineer, but in my spare time I work within the LGBTQ+ community. I volunteer for Rainbow Films and Middlesex Pride and co-founded The AmBIssadors, a bisexual YouTube channel. I am also an avid writer, having been featured in Stonewall, Metro UK, Unicorn Magazine and The Bi-ble Volume 2, a bisexual anthology. I created the #BisexualMenExist hashtag and am currently writing a book on bisexual men as well as editing a bisexual anthology. This episode contains TW for: Racism, Homophobia, Biphobia, Racial Slurs, Islamophobia, This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

You'll probably know that it is Pride month this month, however did you that Section 28, which started in 1988 and ended in 2000 prohibited schools and institutions from even discussing homosexuality? Or that there are some 212,000 same-sex families in the UK? Podcast host Naomi sits down with Amir Khan, a gay Pakistani man who grew up in the 80s to shed light on some of the challenges that LGBTQIA+ youth of colour have faced in Britain.Amir is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community who grew up in the 80s in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic and Section 28. His story is one of hope, from hiding his sexuality as a young British Asian within the traditional community, to being part of an enduring same-sex relationship through which he has become a father of two through surrogacy.This episode contains TW for: Racism, Homophobia, Racial Slurs, Islamophobia This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingio or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

You'll probably know that it is Asian Pacific Heritage month this month, however did you know that Asian owned businesses have been hit the hardest in the U.K? Or that fewer than 1 in 10 management jobs are held by British Asians. Podcast host Naomi sits down with Uzma Chaudhry a Diversity and Inclusion Manager  to shed light on some of the challenges that Asians face in Britain.Uzma is a Diversity and Inclusion consultant, a bit of a free spirit but passionate about making meaningful change. She also studies Politics, Philosophy and Economics part time with the Open University. Listen and learn more about Asian stereotypes and how internalised anti-asian racism affects every day life and how you can support your Asian friends and family.This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingjobs or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

You'll probably know that it is Ramadan this month, however did you know that there is more to Ramadan than just fasting? Or that Muslim women in the UK are three times more likely to be unemployed? Podcast host Naomi sits down with Bella Khaja, one of Singapore's leading social media experts  to shed light on some of the challenges that Muslim women face globally. Bella is first and foremost a Social Media expert and discusses the challenges that she faces running Singapore's first all women led marketing consultancy. Listen and learn more about Islamic traditions, how they impact work life and how you can support your Muslim friends and family. You can find Bella at her Marketing Consultancy buisness : https://www.nimble.sg/, on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bellakhaja/ and LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bellakhaja/This podcast is produced by Diversifying.io - Keep up to date on how we're changing hearts and minds on Instagram: @diversifyingjobs or via our website: www.diversifying.io 

It's coming to the end of Women's History Month in the U.K. and we're joined by Entrepreneur and Award-Winning Innovator Shana Gujral - talking about the barriers young entrepreneurs face, what she learned from her first failed business and why Diversity and Inclusion is so important to the future of business leaders.For us here at Diversifying we wanted to highlight individuals and their stories to help showcase the lives of young female entrepreneurs in the U.K.  To find out more about our guest, read her bio here: Shana Gujral is an award winning entrepreneur, innovator and founder of Lila. Lila is on a mission to help one million people lead inclusively and be comfortable in their own skin. Website: https://www.thinklila.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanagujral/ 

It's LGBTQ+ History Month in the U.K. and we're joined by Talent Partner,  LGBTQ+ rights Activist and lifelong gamer Lydia Price - talking the problems with the L word, the early days of the growing up LGBTQ+ in the U.K and her work with the LGBTQ+ Friends Community. For us here at Diversifying we wanted to highlight individuals and their stories from the to help showcase the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals here in the U.K.  To find out more about our guest, read her bio here: Lydia is originally from Brighton and now resides in Stockholm, Sweden. She studied Politics at Goldsmiths, University of London and is currently a Senior Talent Partner at Elements Talent Consultancy where she founded the LGBTQ+ Friends Community. As an LGBTQ+ activist, Lydia is involved in creating inclusive, representative and diverse organisations

In this episode host, Naomi speaks with guests, Neil Millett, Samantha Braun and Henal Hann talk about how they're helping their children and how they're helping themselves. We asked them how they are coping with the challenges that the pandemic brings and trying to be a parent during this stressful time. Hear them speak openly and honestly about their experiences parenting during the pandemic and how workplace culture is changing. Neil and Henal share openly about their experiences with redundancy and loss of confidence. They give specific advice on what companies can do to help support working parents and caregivers. Samantha talks openly about her challenges as an expat living in Sweden and how the pandemic affects her as a neurodiverse parent. It's clear that being a parent is not easy at the best of times but the pandemic has brought new challenges to everyone.About the guests, Neil Millett has over nine years' experience working in online recruitment advertising. He specialises in helping connect hiring organisations with job-seeking talent through advertising, communications and data-led storytelling. Joining Diversifying and BAME Recruitment in 2021, Neil is driven to help companies who champion diversity & inclusion reach an audience seeking a purpose-led career. Outside of work Neil; crafts, designs, collects & consumes. Samantha Braun currently works as an international sales professional and has a background in EU law and in the fashion industry. She's a neurodiverse D&I advocate and a mum of two. Ways to get in touch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-braun-she-her-a6732380/Henal is a leader in the world of Talent Acquisition. Recruiting people is her bread and butter and meeting people is her jam! Her family trio includes her husband Matt and their five year old little dude. Henal shares her experiences of winging it, juggling parenthood and working full time, how laughter is the best medicine and dancing in the kitchen (badly) to 80's tunes gets her tail wagging! 

In this episode host, Naomi speaks with guests, Joke Daems, Joanne Lockwood and Michael Cerasi about trans and non-binary allyship in the workplace. Hear them speak openly and honestly about their lived experiences and the changes in perception that need to happen to create inclusive workplaces. Joanne and Joke share specific advice on what companies can do to combat workplace discrimination and allow safe working environments where people can be their authentic selves. Michael talks about his role as an ally and gaining insights into the power that allies have to support and educate others. About the guests, Joke Daems has written an article about their non-binary gender identity for Queermunity magazine. They work as a postdoctoral researcher at Ghent University (Belgium) and volunteers as a Translation & Editorial Manager for the International Quidditch Association. Ways to get in touch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jokedaems/ or http://twitter.com/jokedaems Find out more about quidditch: https://www.iqasport.com/ (international) or https://quidditchuk.org/ (UK specific).Michael Cerasi, The Rainbow Coach, is a Transformational Life Coach and co-creator of Queermunity Magazine. Ways to get in touch : https://therainbowcoach.com , https://queermunitymag.wixsite.com/blog, https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-cerasi-he-him-his-03791329/Joanne Lockwood is an Inclusion & Belonging Specialist, founder and CEO of SEE Change Happen. Ways to get in touch: https://seechangehappen.co.uk/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jolockwood/

In this episode host Naomi speaks with BAME Recruitment's CEO and founder Cynthia and Head of Talent Acquisition Andrew. We pick their brains on the tricks and tips, secrets and experiences that they have gained from their decades of experience in the recruitment industry. They speak about the influx of companies stepping up their commitments to D&I since the Black Lives Matter movement and sifting out the genuine efforts opposed to the tokenistic approaches. Cynthia and Andrew share specific instances of ‘smelling' tokenism and organisations merely ‘ticking a box'. Gain insights into the traps of unconscious biases, the exclusive nature of some job descriptions, and much more best practice advice. Like Naomi, you may be tempted to say “preach!”.

Happy Black History Month 2020 everyone! Eddie, Paula, Denise and Luke from Diversifying.io join host Naomi in this very frank and open episode on Black History Month and Black Lives Matter. We hear some of their personal stories their own racial identity and racial relations in the UK.  The team talk openly and honestly with each other about differences in experiences growing up and how white privilege has affected these differences. Engage with the team as they speak up about the events of Black Lives Matter within the UK. Listen to members be upfront about wishing to be a better ally and moments where they wish they spoke out. Get an insight into resources on Black History  and how you can and educate yourself on your own journey.  Turns out there's plenty you can still say, and many enriching, diverse discussions to be had.

Eddie, Caroline and Enny from BAME Recruitment talent team join host Naomi in this very personal episode of You Can't Say Anything Anymore! We hear some of their personal and professional history, and their experiences with working from home during the pandemic. The team talk openly and honestly about their struggles with adjusting to the new normal and the new office culture. Get an insight into ways in which you can support your team and clients during this difficult time. Laugh with the team as they talk about funny stories from working from home and what they think London will be like in a post-pandemic world. Turns out there's plenty you can still say, and many enriching, diverse discussions to be had.

Andrew and Miguel from the BAME Recruitment talent team join host Naomi in this very first episode of You Can't Say Anything Anymore! We hear some of their personal and professional history, and their motivations for working at BAME Recruitment. The team talk with refreshing honesty about the gaps in their understanding of D&I and how they have strived to be better allies. Get an insight into the dedicated working culture at BAME Recruitment, and Andrew and Miguel's firsthand experience will be sure to inspire you! Turns out there's plenty you can still say, and many enriching, diverse discussions to be had.