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‘We’re real people’ | Are you guilty of 'transwashing'?

Lately, transgender and non-binary people have become more visible in the media and in society at large, and transgender rights have become a hot topic,...
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Latest in Diversity & Inclusion

Allowing menopausal staff to work from home could have 'exponential impact'
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  • 6 mins

'Bold example' | Allowing menopausal staff to work from home could have 'exponential impact'

Women suffering from symptoms of menopause who work in the NHS will be able to work from home under new guidance...
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Implementation of diversity initiatives falters despite rising funding
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D&I data | Implementation of diversity initiatives falters despite rising funding

Global research shows many executives understand the importance of prioritising diversity initiatives, yet don't have the data they need to take act...
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Disney's new CEO plans shake-up - here's what he should leave alone
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  • 8 mins

'New structures' | Disney's new CEO plans shake-up - here's what he should leave alone

The Walt Disney Company has reappointed Bob Iger as CEO, less than one year after leaving the company...
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Staff given list of transphobic terms to avoid - will it promote real change?
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'Challenge it' | Staff given list of transphobic terms to avoid - will it promote real change?

List of phrases to avoid puts spotlight on inclusion initiatives...
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Insights

The need for workplace inclusivity, not just diversity
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  • 3 mins

Take action | The need for workplace inclusivity, not just diversity

We are seeing a greater awareness and commitment to diversity in the workplace – as we are in society – but on its own, it’s not enough. To bring truly sustainable change, employers must ensure inclusivity, not just diversity.
Inclusive Companies
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The Largest Global Virtual Careers Fair for Truly Inclusive Employers
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  • 4 mins
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#WorkFair 2022 | The Largest Global Virtual Careers Fair for Truly Inclusive Employers

Despite more companies touting their commitments to diversity and inclusion, and encouraging individuals to be authentic at work, most professionals still fear revealing their true selves to their employers.
myGwork
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Advocacy

Exclusive Q&A: Emma Locke, Human Resources Manager, Perfetti Van Melle UK
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  • 12 mins

Star Interview | Exclusive Q&A: Emma Locke, Human Resources Manager, Perfetti Van Melle UK

While Perfetti Van Melle might not be a household name, its products - such as the world's first lollipop, Chupa Chups - are...
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The UK's Disability and Access Ambassador on companies' 'misguided complacency'
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‘Up their game’ | The UK's Disability and Access Ambassador on companies' 'misguided complacency'

When we think of D&I, we most often think of race, gender and sexuality. But what about disability?
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Sunak as PM is a D&I milestone, but ordinary working Hindus need more change
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  • 5 mins

Religion at work | Sunak as PM is a D&I milestone, but ordinary working Hindus need more change

New report sheds light on issues facing Hindus in the UK workplace
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Virgin Atlantic's inclusive uniforms ban for Qatar flight was unenviable
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Safety vs. solidarity | Virgin Atlantic's inclusive uniforms ban for Qatar flight was unenviable

Right or wrong, bosses will have been expecting a strong reaction...
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Equity

Mars Wrigley's sweet approach to re-designing work
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  • 9 mins

Case Study | Mars Wrigley's sweet approach to re-designing work

Lucy Kuri, Vice President, People and Organisation for Global Emerging Markets, Mars Wrigley, talks to myGrapevine magazine about how the snacks and treats manufacturer is taking a unique approach to talent...
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Why organisations need ED&I in turbulent times
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  • 5 mins

Insight | Why organisations need ED&I in turbulent times

In troubled and uncertain times there's a tendency for businesses to focus purely on the balance sheet. It seems big tech is doing exactly that by laying...
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How to tell if your company culture is too male-oriented
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Lads club | How to tell if your company culture is too male-oriented

From browsing the recruitment boards to attending a first company induction, women are having to deal with gendered language, biased office cultures and,...
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Proximity bias + discrimination = the new issues arising from flexible working
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One-size-fits-none | Proximity bias + discrimination = the new issues arising from flexible working

Hybrid working is cheaper, fairer, and more progressive than office-focused modes of operation. But what about those who are struggling to make it work?...
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LGBTQ

The ethical implications of work in a digital world
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Diverse in the metaverse | The ethical implications of work in a digital world

By 2026, 25% of people will apparently spend an hour or more in the metaverse each day. What could this hour look like and will we be safe...
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Virgin Atlantic job applications soar after gendered uniforms axed
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First class D&I | Virgin Atlantic job applications soar after gendered uniforms axed

Airline's recruitment plans flying high after change in policy...
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'Humiliating' treatment of gay worker highlights LGBT+ concerns for HR
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  • 6 mins

Vodafone | 'Humiliating' treatment of gay worker highlights LGBT+ concerns for HR

'Sexually explicit' questions led impacted gay worker's mental health, tribunal hears...
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Neurodiversity

These are the top mistakes to avoid as an interviewer
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‘Show up prepared’ | These are the top mistakes to avoid as an interviewer

Interviews are as important for hiring firms as they are for job seekers. Certainly, interviewing someone is no easy task and the process can be fraught with obstacles. However, there are a few ways to...
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Supporting neurodiverse employees with hidden disabilities
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Wellbeing | Supporting neurodiverse employees with hidden disabilities

According to a poll by the CIPD, around 10% of employers would say neurodiversity is a consideration in their organisation's people management pract...
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How hiring neurodiverse people can boost your business
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Outside the box | How hiring neurodiverse people can boost your business

Estimates from the US and UK government put the number of Autistic people in work at only 15-22% - despite studies showing the benefits they bring to...
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Firm allowed staff to 'Work From Anywhere' - here's what happened
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Spotify | Firm allowed staff to 'Work From Anywhere' - here's what happened

Following the introduction of Spotify's 'Work From Anywhere' model last year, the firm has reflected on the positive impact that this has had on both staff...
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Unconscious bias

Kanye West case a stark warning for HR on workplace antisemitism
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Hate speech | Kanye West case a stark warning for HR on workplace antisemitism

A shocking one in four Jewish people claim to have been the target of antisemitic behaviour, such as a physical attack or a racial slur, according to a separate 2021 report by Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and yet more research by Antisemitism.org recently ascertained that 44% of British Jews do not display visible signs of their faith in public for fear of racism. This is the highest figure recorded since 2016...
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Meet the high achievers who wake 5 minutes before work
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Early to rise? No, thanks | Meet the high achievers who wake 5 minutes before work

What time we wake up isn’t a reflection on our productivity and achievements, but old-fashioned stereotypes are still persisting in the world of work. These folks are here to tell you it’s high time we got rid of them.
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If our nation's leaders can't get equality right, what chance does HR have?
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'Broken rung' | If our nation's leaders can't get equality right, what chance does HR have?

Given that the Government’s cabinet of front-benchers are operating in perhaps the most visible workplace in the country, it may surprise many that despite being a supposed champion of equality for the nation, the cabinet itself is woefully lacking in gender equality...
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Workers' refusal to take lift with black colleague exposes HR failings on race
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  • 6 mins

'Ostracism' | Workers' refusal to take lift with black colleague exposes HR failings on race

An accountant has won a discrimination case after a judge ruled that several colleagues refused to get in a lift with her because of her race...
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New mandatory reporting threshold - which workers will it affect?
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‘Botched Tory economics’ | New mandatory reporting threshold - which workers will it affect?

The government’s change to reporting thresholds is set to impact thousands of businesses around the UK – with experts saying it will mostly harm women and allow ‘big bonus’ CEOs to keep rightful pay from workers…
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Digital Magazine

December 2022

Action-packed HR transformation

Featuring:

  • NBC Universal
  • Mars Wrigley
  • Stonegate Group
  • Perfetti van Melle
  • Metrobank
  • Murphy Group
  • Virgin Media O2
  • AstraZeneca

We've made it through to December! 2022 was another tough year for us, and 2023 is looking to have its own stresses...

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Video Features

How being your authentic self at work is harder for trans employees
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  • 2 mins
Roundtable | How being your authentic self at work is harder for trans employees
Academics from the University of Exeter and Northeastern University have made the world of work their oyster, studying...
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Video feature: Bitly VP on ERGs & company culture
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  • 1 min
Video Feature | Video feature: Bitly VP on ERGs & company culture
In this month's myGrapevine magazine video feature, we speak to Jackie Cureton, Vice President of Diversity, Equity and...
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A look at the MTR Elizabeth line's recruitment journey
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  • 1 min
Video Feature | A look at the MTR Elizabeth line's recruitment journey
In this month's myGrapevine magazine video feature, we visited the newly-opened Elizabeth line at Paddington...
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Podcast

Zellis CMO on diversity from the top down
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  • 1 min

Workplace of Now | Zellis CMO on diversity from the top down

In the final episode of our special series “Workplace of Now”, presented with our partners at Zellis, Erik Niewiarowski speaks to Melanie Hill, Chief Marketing Officer at Zellis, to talk about diversity and how the journey to a truly inclusive work e
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How HR can help in breaking the stigma around HIV
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  • 1 min
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New Podcast | How HR can help in breaking the stigma around HIV

In this week’s episode of the HR Grapevine podcast, Erik Niewiarowski welcomes Felix Williams to share his story of being diagnosed with HIV
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