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World Thinking Day, on February 22, 2024, celebrates the spirit of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts worldwide. This day honors the contributions of these organizations to empowering girls and young women through leadership development, community service, and global citizenship initiatives. It's time to reflect on the impact of guiding movements on shaping future generations of female leaders and fostering a more equitable and inclusive world. #worldthinkingday #girlguides #girlscouts #eduversemart #EducationalSupplies #edutech #InnovationInEducation #learningsolutions #educationmarketplace #EdTechTrends #schoolsupplies #HigherEdTech #digitallearning #teachingresources #classroomtechnology #educationalInnovation #stemeducation #AcademicExcellencexcellence #futureoflearning #educationsystemector #smartlearning #teachingtools #educationalequipment

🤝 For the first time in modern history, today’s workforce includes five generations. This requires a multi-faceted approach and an adaptative #leadership style to fully utilize everyone’s talent and potential and promote #inclusion. 📚 Learn more here: https://ow.ly/YVwU30syPGi

Leaders, when we actively include diverse voices, we open doors to new ideas, fresh perspectives, and transformative innovation. This National Inclusion Week, let’s think about how we can create more inclusive and psychologically safe spaces, not just for the sake of it, but to truly ignite progress. We've still a way to go. Inclusion is not just a principle—it's a leadership practice that transforms diversity into collective strength. When every voice is valued, true innovation and impact follow. #Leadership #NationalInclusionWeek #InnovativeLeadership

October is Black History Month and this years theme is 'Reclaiming Narratives'. When Women represent roughly one in four C-suite leaders, and women of color just one in 16. (Women in the Workplace - McKinsey). I ask alot of the C-suite leaders I speak with about their thoughts on how organisations can not only attract but retain individuals from under represented groups, especially due to the broken career rung, which means we are losing so many at a junior, or mid management level. This was from Chyrel Brown, Executive Consultant, former COO of One Housing and NED. Chyrel talked about becoming board bilingual: learning the commonalities of the boardroom and executive space. How for many, including herself, when you encounter that first board meeting and you are 'the other', you feel like you don't understand and there is some 'thing' you just don't know, when in fact it is just people and often general chit chat. Having the confidence to ask, 'What is this you are talking about?' and joining in on the conversation, getting to know the people who are in the room and how they got there, it helps pull back the veil, the mystique that can sometimes surround the Exec team and governance board and can create anxiety in those on their way up. Chyrel believes making the space and room for upcoming leaders and middle managers to observe the workings of the governance community can help, as well as being an advocate for coaching and mentoring. Being able to talk to those who have been there helps to pull back the curtain, offers a chance for questions, to understand and removes this need for perfection and that need to be excellent, or have the next big idea to get involved. I also talk to Chyrel about the importance of black history month and of course her passion for and commitment to social housing and why that might be a great career choice. Watch, or listen to the full episode here and thank you again to Chyrel for her time and insight. #diversity #blackhistorymonth #femaleleaders #underrepresentedleaders #equality #diversity #inclusion https://lnkd.in/eqA4wkhZ

This report by McKinsey & Company delves into the factors that contribute to the underrepresentation of Black women in leadership roles. It provides recommendations for companies to address these challenges and build a more inclusive leadership pipeline.,

Did you know that leaders hold the power to shape societies and organizational cultures profoundly? 🌍 As we navigate through Black History Month, it's crucial to reflect on the role leadership plays in either perpetuating or dismantling systemic racism. Leadership is not just about guiding teams toward achieving goals; it's about cultivating an environment where inclusivity, understanding, and respect flourish. It's about recognizing the failures of racism in leadership and taking actionable steps to create a more equitable world. Leaders have the unique opportunity to challenge the status quo, question policies and practices that may inadvertently uphold racial biases, and drive meaningful change within their spheres of influence. Here's a tip: Start by educating yourself and your team about the historical and ongoing impacts of racism. Create safe spaces for open dialogue and learning. Something to try: Implement regular diversity and inclusion training sessions, and make a conscious effort to diversify your leadership team and mentorship programs. Let's commit to being allies and learners, fostering an environment where every voice is heard and valued. What steps will you take to dismantle systemic racism in your sphere of influence? #LeadershipForChange #InclusiveLeadership #BlackHistoryMonth #DiversityAndInclusion #SystemicChange

🤝 For the first time in modern history, today’s workforce includes five generations. This requires a multi-faceted approach and an adaptative #leadership style to fully utilize everyone’s talent and potential and promote #inclusion. 📚 Learn more here: https://ow.ly/UF3f30szGtj

🤝 For the first time in modern history, today’s workforce includes five generations. This requires a multi-faceted approach and an adaptative #leadership style to fully utilize everyone’s talent and potential and promote #inclusion. 📚 Learn more here: https://ow.ly/bbzP30syS9M

This is what I'm talking about! The research now finds that many commonly used practices are counterproductive and can hinder diversity efforts. Effective practices include hiring a Chief Diversity Officer, implementing formal mentoring programs, and expanding family-friendly policies. The article emphasizes the need for organizations to prioritize evidence-based strategies to achieve meaningful progress toward diverse representation. https://buff.ly/3BFaC2J #DEIAB #DEI #diversity #inclusion #companyculture #leadership