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As a team of thinkers, listeners and sharers, we’ve got plenty to say.

Our thoughts this week:

We like to set the tone on a Monday with an affirmation from our wise Client Consultant, Lornette. This week, it's all about Radical Acceptance:

Instead of dwelling on situations which are out of your control, focus on moving forward and giving your full attention to the things which need it.

Interview
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Black
The Speakeasier
Diversity
LGBTQ+
Covid
Black History Month
Anti-racist
Muslim
Desi
Nicerlation
Disability
Inclusion

Apr 8
2 min

The Speakeasier with Mr Motivator: How can fitness be more inclusive?

Kicking off the new series, it gives us a ton of joy to welcome the original man of multi-coloured lycra, Mr Motivator MBE.

Dec 1, 2020
1 min

The Speakeasier with Greg Bunbury: Do we need more diversity in design?

We’re joined by Graphic Designer and D&I Consultant, Greg Bunbury, to look back at some of the most active moments of 2020.

Oct 29, 2020
2 min

Lesson Eight - Think about Black people beyond October

Be prepared to support and engage with the same people you’re talking about in October, year-round.

Oct 27, 2020
2 min

Lesson Seven - Be open to being challenged and held accountable during Black History Month

Far better than staying silent, use this time to get feedback on past comms, and create the right space to be challenged and learn.

Oct 21, 2020
2 min

Lesson Six - Change the record during Black History Month

Instead of organising another panel talk on diversity, consider other types of events that could lead to more productive conversations.

Oct 19, 2020
2 min

Lesson Five - Respect Black peoples' value when planning Black History Month projects

Remember that Black History Month should focus on supporting communities and not on how your company can cut costs.

Oct 14, 2020
2 min

Lesson Four - Use your strengths to add value to Black History Month

Businesses should be focused on their own strategy to work out what they can offer Black communities, rather than the other way around.

Oct 12, 2020
3 min

Lesson Three - Prioritise positive internal change for Black employees over external comms

Hold a mirror up to your organisation and be prepared to realise, acknowledge and then take action.

Oct 6, 2020
2 min

Lesson Two - Brands and businesses must approach Black History Month with purpose

A powerful campaign is backed by purpose and a genuine desire to support Black communities and the diversity within them.

Oct 4, 2020
1 min

Lesson One - Plan ahead with your Black History Month campaign

Without the right planning, essential voices are more likely to be left out and content runs the risk of being viewed as tokenistic.

Jul 22, 2020
1 min

The Speakeasier with Sheldon Mills: Where are all the Black leaders?

Sheldon explains the roles both family members and senior colleagues played in shaping and preparing him for leadership.

Jun 22, 2020
4 min

Being Black in business in the midst of BLM

The Unmistakables director, Simone Harvey shares her perspective on being Black in the midst of BLM.

Jun 8, 2020
5 min

BAME over. If Black is the question, BAME is not the answer.

‘BAME’ continues to be used and thought of as the way to address Black people and the injustices they face right now.

Jun 3, 2020
1 min

The Speakeasier with June Sarpong OBE: Where does diversity and inclusion go from here?

As the Black Lives Matter movement continues to pick up pace, we ask June Sarpong: Where does diversity and inclusion go from here?

May 12, 2020
2 min

Our take on anti-racism and earning the right to respond

We must address the structural and racial inequalities that Covid-19 and George Floyd’s death have brought to mainstream attention at last.

Jul 9, 2019
3 min

London is locking the door to "BAME" creatives, but we're taking matters into our own hands

Stormzy’s Glastonbury set was a reminder of the value that ethnic minority creatives have on the history and future of Britain.

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