During this webinar, we discuss the evolving terminology of gender identity and sexual orientation, how to manage gender related issues in the workplace, best practices for creating an LGBTQ+ inclusive workplace. Zakiya Ilyas from The Equal Group is joined by Jessica Lynn; transgender advocate, educator and activist and Allan Reid; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant and LGBTQ+ activist.

During this webinar we discuss the definition of disability, ableism in the workplace (e.g. what is it and how to avoid it) ; common myths about disability and workplace policies and best practice to support employees with disabilities. Hosted by Allan Reid, Consultant at The Equal Group, with guests Olga Chernyarska, qualified Humanistic Integrative Counsellor, and Lillie Jamieson, Co - Founder of Send it to Alex.

During this webinar, we discuss gender expectations in the workplace, inequalities between paternity and maternity leave, shared Parental Leave: reform or replace it? And what the UK can learn from Sweden’s childcare and parental leave policies. Hosted by Zakiya Ilyas with guests Michael Johnson - Ellis, Co-Founder of Two Dads U.K; Nina Karegar, Digital Strategy and Marketing Consultant; and Lizzie Martin, Founder of Work Life Mother.

Due to an overwhelming amount of engagement from our last webinar, we decided to run a follow up session to continue the conversation. Hosted by Mac Alonge, CEO and Founder of The Equal Group, and Becky Shand with guest Martha Awojobi, Director of JMB Consulting.

Our final webinar of 2023 discusses what we have seen in the equality, diversity and inclusion sphere; were all the EDI company commitments made just part of a smoke and mirrors campaign?, reflect on why there has been a halt in EDI progress and learn valuable tips to help make actionable progress with your EDI journey and start 2024 on the right track. CEO & Founder of The Equal Group Mac Alonge and Senior EDI Consultant Simon Marshal-Wilson were joined by EDI Consultant and Founder & Director of Reboot Global Ltd Sheryl Miller and Head of Inclusion & Culture, International at DLA Piper Joanne Conway.