Inclusive Insights: Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace

In partnership with Diversity Mark, we are thrilled to announce a new series of monthly online sessions that aim to support businesses in creating more diverse and inclusive workplaces.

By sharing best practice and raising awareness, we will explore a variety of themes including race, age, gender, and social mobility, and examine how these themes intersect.

From Recognition to Real Inclusion: Elevating Minority Voices in the Workplace | Tuesday 19 May | 10:00 - 10:45 AM | Teams

Many organisations are committed to inclusion, yet gaps remain in how minority voices are recognised, heard, and empowered. Recognition plays a critical role - not only in celebrating success, but in shaping culture, building belonging, and driving inclusion forward.

This session will explore how organisations can move from visibility to meaningful inclusion, with a particular focus on racial and ethnic minority inclusion.

Featuring insights from the Minority Recognition Awards NI (MIRANI) and Dr Nazia Latif, this session will provide practical guidance on embedding inclusion through a human rights lens. The session will combine insights from recognition initiatives, a human rights lens, and lived experience to provide practical, actionable learning for employers.

What attendees will learn

• The role of recognition as a driver of inclusion

• Insights into barriers faced by minority groups in the workplace

• How to move from compliance to culture using a human rights-based approach

• Practical actions organisations can take to elevate minority voices

• How recognition initiatives such as MIRANI can support inclusion efforts

If you’re planning to book this session, please note that AI note-takers won’t be permitted. If you need note-taking support for accessibility reasons, we’re more than happy to help – just let us know.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. If you have any disabilities or specific requirements, feel free to reach out to us in advance at katherine.mcknight@bitcni.org.uk

Events are free-of-charge and attendees must be a member of Business in the Community and/or a Diversity Mark Signatory.