Ally Spotlight

In this latest episode of Ally Spotlight featuring with this week's guest, Shell Mendelson, ADHD Career Coach and author of Unlock Your Career Path for ADHD Adults and Teens - Make Your Next Career Move with Confidence

In this insightful episode, we delve into:

Whether you’re a business leader, HR professional, or simply interested in fostering a more inclusive workplace, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for supporting neurodivergent individuals.

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In this episode we are talking with Matt Skallerud, President @ Pink Media as we

deep dive into LGBTQ+ representation in marketing and media. We explore underrepresented groups, balancing profit with social good, and how we as consumers, can drive change. FInally, we tackle pinkwashing, celebrate diversity wins, and define what makes a true LGBTQIA+ ally. 

This week we are talking with Vinny Welsby, a renowned fat activist, TEDx speaker, diversity consultant, and educator. Known for their impactful talks on anti-fat bias and diet culture.

We’ll explore crucial topics such as making workplaces welcoming for all body sizes, addressing anti-fat bias within DEI, and understanding the harm of diet culture and internalized anti-fat bias. 

Listen in for conversation that promises to be startling, enlightening and empowering!

This episode of The Ally Spotlight features Ale Lewis, Director of Rugby for The Village Spartans, Manchester's LGBTQ Rubgy Union Team. 

Ale brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table, highlighting the importance of diversity and inclusion in the world of sports. Join us as we explore Ale's journey, discuss the role of allies in promoting inclusivity in rugby, and uncover strategies for fostering a welcoming environment for all athletes and athletes to be! 

In this episode we speak to Theo Ogbhemhe, the 2021 recipient of the General Teaching Council’s Saroj Lal Award. The first of its kind, the award recognises a teacher in Scotland who shows a “pioneering spirit” for going “above and beyond in their efforts to fight for the cause of equality and diversity

You can also check out Theo's latest work on the below links:

https://www.orkney.gov.uk/News?postid=8230

https://www.kgsorkney.com/anti-racism-group.html

https://www.orkney.gov.uk/News?postid=7365

Sarah Aird-Mash and Andrew Milne give a overview of their upcoming series of Together Equal: Ally Spotlight, where they delve into crucial conversations about allyship, equality, and inclusivity. 

Each episode shines a light on inspiring stories, perspectives, and actions driving positive change. 

Poppy Levison and Roseanne Scott, Architectural designers and disability activists talk to us about the true beauty of designing a building for accessibility.

Featuring Paul Craig, executive producer at View Torch Pictures, talking diversity in the British Film Industry and the role of media to make the world a more inclusive place.

Guest Rashee Pandey, Associate Director of Membership and Growth at Innovate Finance, talks about personal experience, role models and the findings of a recent Innovate Finance report on championing equality and progression for women in Fintech with EY.