In this episode of the Social Responsibility at Work podcast,Angela R. Howard and Geoffrey Roche (Director of Workforce Development (North America at Siemens Healthineers) discuss the importance of allyship, belonging and intentional equitable design in the workplace, focusing on Geoffrey's heart-felt recent personal journey of self-acceptance while coming out as a gay man and the support he received from his organization.

They explore the role of leadership in fostering a culture of belonging, the nuance of privilege, and the responsibility of organizations to address societal issues affecting their employees.

The conversation emphasizes the need for authentic living, the importance of mental health support, and the call to action for leaders to create equitable environments for all.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Personal Stories of Diversity and Inclusion

3:08 - Geoffrey's Journey of Self-Acceptance

6:05 - Organizational Support and Belonging

9:04- Privilege and Equity in the Workplace

11:54- Addressing Macro Environments and Organizational Responsibility

14:50- A Call to Action for Leaders

17:55- Reflections on Love and Acceptance

20:56- Closing Thoughts and Future AspirationsConnect with Geoffrey Roche

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SUMMARY:

In this episode of the Social Responsibility at Work podcast, I chat with Michel Fabode (Head of People & Culture at Next Street and Author of CULTŪRA) to discuss the current landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. We explore the tension surrounding DEI, the backlash against it, and the importance of embedding culture within organizations. The conversation highlights the shift in power dynamics between employers and employees, the need for organizations to define their values, and the importance of being responsive in a rapidly changing environment. Michel emphasizes that understanding and owning values is crucial for organizations to thrive during challenging times.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction to DEI and Culture Work

05:02 The Tension Surrounding DE

I10:12 Understanding the Fear of DEI

20:16 The Evolving Workforce and Values

25:57 The Importance of Values in Organizations

32:12The Future of DEI in Corporate Culture LEARN MORE: Learn more about ⁠Michel Fabode⁠ and The Culture Design Lab.

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In this powerful episode, my co-host Laura Louise Green ⁠(Founder, ⁠Healthy Pour ⁠) and I sit down with ⁠Nick Thompson⁠, former Love Is Blind cast member, Mental Health Advocate and Co-Founder of ⁠U-CAN Foundation⁠ to pull back the curtain on the untold realities of reality TV and the humans behind the screen.

Nick opens up about the mental health struggles faced by cast members, the lack of workplace protections in the entertainment industry, lack of support and after-care with re-integration, and the exploitation that can occur behind the scenes.

We explore how reality TV intersects with workers’ rights and discuss what meaningful reform could look like to better protect participants. Nick shares his personal experiences and advocates for change in an industry often shrouded in glamor but rife with systemic issues.

Tune in for an eye-opening conversation about the human cost of "unscripted" entertainment and the urgent need for accountability in the industry.

This is a must-listen for advocates for workers’ rights, and anyone curious about the intersection of entertainment and ethics.

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