In this episode of the Inclusive Career Conversations podcast, host Zoe Haydn Jones speaks with gender equity advocate Jeremy Stockdale about his journey to becoming a passionate ally. They discuss the importance of active listening, unconscious biases, and taking a holistic long-term approach to creating truly inclusive workplaces.

Jeremy shares how education and using privilege to amplify underrepresented voices can help drive positive change. The conversation provides actionable insights for individuals and organizations looking to advance gender equality.

Here are five key learnings

1. The importance of active listening and creating space for diverse perspectives, especially from women.

2. How to be a better ally through education, curiosity, and using privilege to amplify underrepresented voices.

3. Common unconscious biases like interrupting women in conversations and how to develop self-awareness.

4. The value of taking a long-term, holistic approach to creating inclusive workplaces through commitment, strategic initiatives and connecting to organizational purpose/values.

5. Personal stories of allies like Jeremy Stockdale that show the positive impact of open-mindedness, reflection and ongoing learning when it comes to gender equity.

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In this episode, we sit down with Ben de Pfeiffer-Key an inclusion strategist and coach, to discuss his journey and insights on redefining the approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the fashion and retail industry. Key Takeaways:

• Ben shares his personal experiences navigating both welcoming and exclusive cultures within the fashion industry, which inspired his passion for creating more inclusive workplaces.
• He emphasizes the importance of aligning a brand's external messaging with its internal reality, ensuring that the employee experience matches the inclusive image the company projects.
• Ben highlights the need for brands to deeply understand their customer base and ensure their workforce reflects the diversity of their target audience, fostering a truly inclusive environment.
• He advocates for the power of listening to employee feedback, especially from marginalised groups, to identify areas for improvement and drive sustainable, long-term change.
• Ben encourages a curious and collaborative mindset, learning from other industries and embracing reverse mentorship to adapt to the evolving needs of younger generations.
• Throughout the conversation, Ben shares practical tips and real-world examples of how organizations can redefine their approach to DEI, moving beyond quick fixes and towards meaningful, impactful progress.

If you're a DEI professional, HR leader, or anyone interested in creating more inclusive workplaces, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Ben's insights and be inspired to take action in your own organization.

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Transforming Workplaces for Neurodiverse Individuals Panelists:

• Cheryl Thompson - Leadership Coach
• Oliver McNevin - Founder, New Divergent
• Andrew Ward - Cybersecurity Professional

Moderator:

• Zoe Haydn Jones - Director and Founder, Jobs for Women and Jobs for Neurodiverse

Topics covered

Understanding Individuals Through Questions and Caring

• Cheryl shares her background in management and focus on understanding individuals
• Panelists discuss the importance of asking questions respectfully to gain understanding

Experiences in Cybersecurity and Learning Differences

• Andrew shares his experience working in cybersecurity and being diagnosed with dyslexia
• Panel discusses challenges with masking and self-discovery

Masking and Fitting In at Work

• Oliver discusses his diagnosis and experiences with the education system
• Importance of feeling authentic and reducing fear of judgment in the workplace

Creating Safe and Inclusive Work Environments

• Top-down leadership is key to implementing meaningful change
• Societal attitudes must shift to prioritize individuality and acceptance

Accommodations and Adjustments

• Panel provides examples of accommodations like communication preferences
• Employers should understand each employee's unique needs

Breaking Barriers in Recruitment

• Interview processes should focus on skills rather than extraneous criteria
• Candidates should feel empowered to showcase their strengths authentically

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