Overview
Thursday, 9th December 2021 | Online
The benefits of racial inclusion at work are real and tangible; according to the McGregor-Smith review, increasing participation and progression of ethnic minorities could add up to £24bn to the UK economy each year.
With organisations being pushed to publish their ethnicity pay gap data, it is time to start addressing the disparities that exist in our workplaces.
There are numerous steps you must be taking to tackle race inequality and secure the benefits of diversity for your colleagues and organisation alike.
Join us for ‘Race to Equality: Achieving Racial Inclusion at Work’ to receive crucial expert guidance on how to foster a more representative workforce and create positive culture change at all levels of your organisation.
On-demand video recordings of each session will be made available to delegates following the event.
We encourage the attendance of non-ethnic minority professionals. The day offers a space for constructive and open discussion, and an opportunity to explore your role in enacting change.
Key speakers include:
- Sandra Kerr CBE, Race Director, BITC
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Rob Neil OBE, Director, Krystal Alliance & Former Civil Servant
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Stephen Parkinson, Senior Partner, Kingsley Napley LLP
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Gamiel Yafai, Managing Director, Diversity Marketplace
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Patricia Chinyoka, Diversity & Inclusion Adviser, BITC
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Tony Vickers-Byrne, Chief Advisor to the Board of Armstrong Craven
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Nuzhat Ali, Co-Chair, Civil Service Muslim Network
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Gabby Vigneswaran, Manager, Inclusion & Diversity Consulting, PwC
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Jason Buwanabala, Senior Manager, Inclusion & Diversity Consulting, PwC
Why attend?
- Learn how to remove the barriers to Ethnic Minority employees' employment and progression in your workplace
- Bring new, innovative ideas around supporting Ethnic Minority colleagues back to your organisation, with the insight needed to put them into practice
- Hear from leading figures about fostering Ethnic Minority employees' skills and potential
- Receive on-demand video recordings and speaker presentations for your reference after the event
- This event is CPD certified, and contributes to your professional development
Who should attend?
Anyone with an interest in supporting their Ethnic Minority employees, including: employers; HR managers/officers; wellbeing officers; line managers; health & safety officers; consultants; health services providers; trade unions and representative groups.
Registration
Public Sector rate: 1 Place £195 (+VAT) | 4+ Places £150 each (+VAT)
Corporate rate: 1 Place £395 (+VAT)
Charity rate: 1 Place £145 (+VAT)
Registrations can be made online here.
For booking enquiries or to request a booking form, please contact conference.admin@dodsgroup.com.
| 09:00 |
Welcome from Dods D&I
Kiren Kaur, Diversity & Inclusion Manager, Dods D&I
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| 09.05 |
Chair's introduction & opening address
Lay of the land: Progress, barriers, and opportunities for race equality
CHAIR: Rob Neil OBE, Director, Krystal Alliance & Former Civil Servant
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| 09.35 |
Race to Equality: From policy to workplace practice
- Ensuring company policies and processes provide for ethnic minority staff
- Examining legislation around race discrimination
- Creating procedures for cases of harassment or grievance
- Cultivating a culture and ethos of compassion and trust
SPEAKER: Sandra Kerr CBE, Race Director, BITC
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| 10.15 |
Comfort Break |
| 10.45 |
Cultural Intelligence workshop: Working confidently in different cultures
- Understanding and defining cultural intelligence
- Equipping yourself and your organisation with the tools to think differently and increase engagement
- Tackling cultural biases and driving forward success
SPEAKER: Gamiel Yafai, Managing Director, Diversity Marketplace |
| 11.45 |
Comfort Break |
| 12.00 |
‘Good Diversity’ workshop: Achieving best practice in the recruitment and development of ethnic minority staff
- Targeting ethnic minority talent at recruitment stage
- Positive action: understanding its correct use and when it is appropriate
- Tackling the under-utilisation of skills to realise Black, Asian & ethnic minority representation at all levels
SPEAKER: Gamiel Yafai, Managing Director, Diversity Marketplace
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| 13.00 |
Break for Lunch |
| 14.00 |
Lightning Session: Ethnicity pay gap reporting
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Collecting Diversity Data: Legal, Cultural and HR system considerations
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Communications and engagement: how to build trust and participation amongst staff
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Analysis & Disclosure: getting the narrative and action plan right
SPEAKER: Gabby Vigneswaran, Manager- Reward & Employment, PwC
SPEAKER: Jason Buwanabala, Senior Manager, PWC
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| 14.25 |
Comfort Break |
| 14.35 |
Lightning Session: Allyship in the workplace
- How to be an active anti-racist ally
- Seizing the opportunity to explore your role in enacting change
- Fostering constructive and open conversations
SPEAKER: Stephen Parkinson, Senior Partner, Kingsley Napley LLP
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| 15.00 |
Comfort break |
| 15:15 |
Panel Discussion
Thinking inclusively: Considerations in realising culture change
- 'I contain multitudes': Understanding the role of intersectionality in providing effective support
- The trickle-down effect: Securing senior buy-in and endorsement
- Religion and belief: fostering a faith-friendly culture
SPEAKER: Patricia Chinyoka, Diversity & Inclusion Adviser, BITC
SPEAKER: Tony Vickers-Byrne, Chief Advisor to the Board of Armstrong Craven
SPEAKER: Nuzhat Ali, Co-Chair, Civil Service Muslim Network
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| 16.15 |
Chair’s Closing Remarks
CHAIR: Rob Neil OBE, Director, Krystal Alliance & Former Civil Servant
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| 16.30 |
Event Close |