Diversity and inclusion
Recognising And Tackling Islamophobia In The Workplace
Islamophobia remains disturbingly common in the UK. In a survey carried out by the Equality and Human Rights Commission in 2018, 70% Muslims said they had experienced religious prejudice in the preceding year, and separate research revealed that an incredible 69% had even experienced this in the workplace. These unfortunate statistics reflect the fact that…
Read MoreTalking About Race At Work: Why It Matters, And How To Start
It’s not uncommon to hear people refer to themselves as ‘colourblind’ when it comes to race. What they mean, of course, is that they simply don’t notice another person’s skin colour or ethnicity, and that it plays no role in their decision-making. In fact, this well-meaning ideology dominated our society’s approach to inclusion and diversity…
Read MoreWomen’s Financial Wellbeing And Work: What’s The Connection?
Money – or lack of it – has a huge impact on all aspects of our lives, from the quality of our social connections and relationships, to the freedom to pursue further education, training, and hobbies. And when it comes to finances, women have to deal with extra hurdles that their male counterparts don’t. Not…
Read MoreNavigating Work And Fertility Treatment
Undergoing fertility treatment can be an incredibly stressful time. Alongside the rollercoaster of emotions that accompanies each cycle, there’s also the associated cost, time, and the devastation if it isn’t successful. Throw in the demands of holding down a full time job, and it’s easy to see why 82% of women have felt as though…
Read MoreADHD, Women, And Work: A Personal Story
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a behavioural disorder that can cause restlessness, a lack of concentration, and impulsivity. Most commonly detected in childhood, it’s present in around 1 in 20 of the population, and is more commonly diagnosed in boys than girls. However, just like autism, some experts claim that the reason ADHD is…
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