Neurodiversity In The Workplace Neurodiversity in the workplace is becoming increasingly common. The term neurodiversity refers to the way that everyone’s brains naturally work differently from one another. Just as you may be born right-handed, or have green eyes, how your brain works and where you sit on the cognitive spectrum will be [...]
Micro-inequities in the workplace A micro-inequity is a behaviour, not a thought or belief. It can be a comment, a gesture, a use of specific words, even a tone of voice. Rather than obvious, overt forms of discrimination, micro-inequities are subtle, small and seemingly insignificant - easily dismissed merely as petty slights, minor [...]
Race: Let's make a difference! Challenge Accepted People Business are delighted to announce we have chosen the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust as our official charity partner. The Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust (SLCT) is an organisation close to our hearts. Not only is our founder and MD, Andrea Gregory, a trustee for the charity, [...]
Sex discrimination - removing unfair discrimination and bias In August, we wrote about sex discrimination and examples of the different types. Following on from that, here’s some practical advice on removing unfair discrimination and bias in the workplace. At the recruitment stage: job adverts and job descriptions Ensure that every job advert includes [...]