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Since the start of 2025, many organisations have reduced or cancelled DEI activities in deference to the rise of illiberalism across the globe. Already marginalised groups are increasingly nervous that a new wave of right-wing politicians is endorsing racism, sexism, homophobia and other prejudices. In this episode, Dom, Jen and Cat meet with Manchester Metropolitan University’s Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, to explore why inclusion remains a mission-critical issue for organisational performance.

In the first episode of series 14, Jen, Dom and Cat chat with Dr. Christopher Owen, a coach, consultant and speaker on the topic of inclusivity and liberation. In this conversation, they explore intersectional systemic oppression and how internal communication can use stories and storytelling to help marginalised groups achieve better representation at work.

Jennifer Butcher, communications and commercial responsibility director at AB Agri, reflects on living with hearing and sight loss, and how quiet kindness, human connection and ditching the labels have been more powerful than any other support.

IoIC is proud to have partnered with Valuable 500, a global movement uniting over 500 companies to drive disability inclusion in business. This insightful webinar covered how accessible internal communication is key to fostering an inclusive workplace culture.