In this session, we’ll explore the concept of limitless disability - challenging societal perceptions and internal barriers that often define disability.

Using personal stories, insights from his advocacy work, and experiences as a long-time voice assistive technology user, Abdi will share how individuals with disabilities can redefine their own narratives.

Join us for a powerful and honest conversation in celebration of International Men’s Day. Our expert panel: Jeremy Stockdale, Leon Walker, David Bartlett & Amit Kalley will explore the complexities of modern masculinity, mental health, vulnerability, and the changing roles of men in society and the workplace.

This interactive session will offer real stories, practical insights, and space for reflection on how we can all contribute to a more inclusive and supportive culture for men and boys today.

In the evolving conversation about burnout, we're missing a critical piece: how much of it is rooted in our biology?

This talk offers a fresh perspective on burnout by examining the intricate balance between organisational demands and workload, as well as individual traits like perfectionism and self-sacrifice. More importantly, we'll explore an often-overlooked factor: how our nervous system and physiology drive stress responses, and why recovery is more essential than we may realise

“When should I (or should I ever) start hormone therapy - and what is HRT like?” “My mum had certain symptoms - am I likely to be similar?” Maybe you’re wondering these things,

Maybe you have a partner, friend or colleague that is approaching peri-menopause and you’re keen to support them. Dr Beth Thomas (GP and British Menopause Society Menopause specialist) and menopause expert Emma Thomas are here to answer all your questions about peri/menopause, HRT

World Values Day is a global celebration dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of human values in creating positive change. 

In this dynamic session, you'll explore Axiology (the branch of philosophy that studies the nature, types, and criteria of values and value judgment). This approach helps you understand what truly matters to you and why.

Why do seemingly minor comments or actions in the workplace leave a lasting, negative impact? Are we too sensitive, or is there an intent or something underlying everyday interactions?

This session will explore the concept of microaggressions and their influence on workplace culture and employee well-being. We'll dive into why understanding and addressing microaggressions is crucial for creating truly inclusive environments.

Join J Grange for an insightful presentation on neurodiversity and how we can make the workplace neuro-inclusive.

J speaks about lived experiences, overcoming adversity and mental health challenges.

Grief is the natural and normal process we go through when faced with loss and yet something we rarely talk about. In this highly interactive session we put the human element back into grief and talk openly and honestly about how to support those around us with both care and compassion.

Kate's passion for grief coaching stems from her own experiences with loss.

In this compelling session, Hannah Litt will address the barriers and challenges that South Asian communities continue to face in society and the workplace. Known for her dedication to changing the status quo,

This session is all about helping you support trans and nonbinary colleagues better.

We’ll kick things off by getting to know some key terms. Then, we’ll dive into the history of nonbinary identities. After that, we’ll talk about the challenges trans and nonbinary folks face at work. Next, we’ll cover how to be a great ally.

The first Pride march in the UK was held in London in 1972. Since then, lots has changed for the LGBT+ community.

Over 50 years later - why is Pride still important? To answer that question, this session will explore what Pride looked like in the past, some of the challenges being faced in our present, and begin to consider what a meaningful Pride might look like in the future.

What do cutting your bills improving your focus, mood and mental health, as well as your physical wellbeing, all have in common?

Living with a bit more balance & sustainability.

Most of us take it for granted how easy it is to have a baby. It is something that comes so naturally to so many of us. Now imagine, just because of the colour of your skin, your chances of this happening is dramatically reduced. This is the reality for many people. A black woman is almost 4x as likely to die during childbirth or within 6 weeks of having her baby compared to her pregnant white work colleague.

This session will allow attendees to delve into the many faceted world of the Deaf Community and Deaf Arts and their rich cultural heritage.

We will examine some startling statistical facts around Deafness and how many of us know very little about the Deaf Community or Sign Language, until we meet other Deaf people

A talk to inspire people with menstrual cycles to get to know their cycle and cyclical patters to enhance their relationship with themselves, the people in their life and their career.

In this session, Lillie Jamieson, autistic entrepreneur and co-founder of Send It To Alex, sheds light on how autism often goes unnoticed in women due to societal conditioning and the pressure to conform

In this session we’ll look at the types of Deafness and statistics surrounding it and delve into the world of BSL; the language of the British Deaf Community.

This International Women's Day, Nkechi be raising awareness about how the feminist movement has decentred racially marginalised women over the years and what we can ALL do to be more intersectional in our approach and to change the narrative.

Imagine dreaming about having a family - and the joy of finally receiving the news that you’ll be adopted. 8 years ago, Ian had that news and adopted his son, who is now 11.

Join Ian to hear his family’s journey to adoption, what it’s like 8 years later (including his son’s ‘Yes’ day that goes viral every year) and how you can support people before, during and after the adoption process, whether they are LGBT or not.

Have you heard of endometriosis? Neither had Khushboo until a few years ago, and it turns out she’s had the condition since the age of 9!

Drawing from personal experience, Khushboo will navigate through the complexities of living with endometriosis, shedding light on the physical, emotional, and social impact of this often misunderstood condition

In an era where diversity is a buzzword, how do we differentiate between token gestures and true inclusion?

We get asked variations of the same question time and time again: "I support people's rights to practice their religion, but do religious people support the LGBTQ+ community?”

Daniel was a fit and healthy man before he found himself standing next to a suicide bomber on a London Underground train. Daniel died three times that day but miraculously survived and woke up to a new life. He'd lost both of his legs, an eye, his spleen and was deaf in one ear, leaving him unable to continue with his previous career. Daniel uses his experience and to inspire others to build their own resilience and determination to conquer their own personal challenges.

“Sticks and stones will break your bones but names will never hurt you?” What utter rubbish! Bullying of any type can dramatically affect an individual’s mental health and trauma from the experiences can stay with them for a lifetime. During anti-bullying week 2024, join us in a workshop where we explore how to create a culture and atmosphere where every individual feels valued and respected and no-one feels victimised or bullied.

At the age of three Sarah’s life completely changed, she had a stroke - and the moments that followed as clear as day. Join Sarah to hear her personal experience of living with the impact, and how the world can support and shape the experiences of those living with disabilities that can result from a stroke.

One in four women experience baby loss and yet it’s still such a taboo subject. You will almost certainly know somebody who’s experienced it. You may have experienced it yourself. Most people find it uncomfortable to talk about baby loss, but it’s so important to talk about our babies.

Seema's story is a compelling testament to resilience and determination in a world not designed for those with visual impairments. Join Seema as she shares insights that can help make the world a more inclusive and accommodating place for people like her. You won't want to miss this opportunity to learn and be inspired!

Did you know that Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) is regarded as one of the most painful disorders known to medicine? Despite that fact, there are very few treatments that are effective, leading to 1 in 4 people with TN ending their lives to escape the pain.

This event will highlight the ‘Intersectionality blind spot’, and how many organisations despite their efforts just aren’t hitting the mark in their EDI initiatives. This session will delve into this pivotal concept and shine a spotlight on why it’s absolutely necessary.

Narcolepsy is a much misunderstood condition which can have an effect on almost all aspects of daily life. This non-visible disability is thought to affect approximately 30,000 people in the UK. Join us to learn more about how to create a supportive environment in which Narcoleptic colleagues can flourish.