The Inclusive Edge : The Power of Diversity
A Podcast dedicated to helping leaders and HR professionals create fair, diverse, inclusive, and dynamic workplaces where everyone thrives.
With Andrea Derbyshire featuring guests from the Diversity & Inclusion Leaders Facebook group.
Each episode explores practical strategies for tackling workplace equality challenges and building an inclusive culture.
With real-world examples, tips you can action, and insights, The Inclusive Edge provides the guidance you need to harness the power of diversity and drive meaningful change. Join us to learn how to unlock the full potential of your team and create a workplace where every voice is heard.
Tune in and gain the edge you need to make inclusion a reality!
Episodes
17 episodes
Big Changes, Baby Steps: Understanding Neonatal Care Leave and What It Means for You
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, Andrea explores one of the most compassionate additions to UK employment rights: Neonatal Care Leave and Pay, which came into effect on 6 April 2025.Andrea breaks down what the...
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9:43
Allyship in Action – Transforming Good Intentions into Real Impact
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, host Andrea Derbyshire is joined by Emma Palmer to explore what true allyship looks like and how we can move beyond good intentions to real, impactful action.All...
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25:26
The Numbers Behind Inclusion : Measuring What Really Matters
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, host Andrea Derbyshire is joined by Lydia Charilaou to explore the crucial question: How do we measure inclusion effectively? While many organisations track diversity statistics, true pro...
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41:04
Leaders of Tomorrow – Shaping the New Face of Inclusive Leadership
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, host Andrea Derbyshire speaks with Ishreen Bradley about the future of inclusive leadership and what it takes to create workplaces where everyone feels a true sense of belongi...
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32:27
The Power of Listening : De-centring Yourself
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge – The Power of Diversity, host Andrea is joined by EDI leadership coach, speaker and consultant Harroop Sandhu to explore the transformative impact of deep listening and de-centring yo...
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23:00
Creating Accountability and Safety at Work
In this episode, I sit down with Dr Enya Doyle, also known as The Harassment Doctor, to discuss the critical role of accountability and psychological safety in the workplace. Dr Doyle shares her expert insights on recognisi...
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32:00
DEI Rollbacks : Finding Strength In Setbacks
In this episode we discuss the troubling recent decisions by Meta. But it’s not all bad news. I share how leaning on the community, the Diversity and Inclusion Leaders Group, helped me work through the frustration. Plus, I highli...
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9:25
Age Positivity In the Workplace : Sami's Journey in to HR
In this inspiring episode of The Inclusive Edge: The Power of Diversity, we kick off 2025 with a powerful discussion about age positivity in the workplace. Andrea is joined by Sami Riaz, who is transitioning into a car...
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32:47
Lighten The Dark Days : Support Your Team This Winter
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge: The Power of Diversity, I explore practical ways to support staff well-being during winter. With colder days, darker nights, and seasonal pressures, winter can be challenging for many...
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Inclusivity = Innovation : The Hidden ROI of Diverse Workplaces
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge: The Power of Diversity, I explore the transformative impact of diversity on business innovation and success with special guest Gill Cooke, an Inclusion Consultant. Together,...
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17:01
Beyond the Numbers : Building Trust to Share Equality Information
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, The Power Of Diversity I tackle the challenge of gathering equality information to drive workplace inclusion and unpack why trust is key to encouraging employees to share personal data ...
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11:46
Words That Welcome: Mastering Inclusive Communication
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge: The Power of Diversity, I am Andrea joined by Mo Kanjilal Williams, co-founder of Watch This Space with expertise in inclusive communication, to explore the vital role of inclusive langua...
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20:25
Healing Trust: Coaching and Supporting Employees After Discrimination Cases
In this powerful episode we tackle the complex yet crucial topic of how leaders can support their teams and rebuild trust after a discrimination claim. Andrea is joined by Julie Foster, an experienced coach and specialist in workplace healing, ...
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34:22
Empowering Change With Integrity and Authenticity
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, we explore the essential role of integrity, authenticity, and purpose-driven values in diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) work. Andrea examines recent developments in the UK EDI l...
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11:01
Inclusive Recruitment - Removing Barriers and Bias
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge: The Power of Diversity I discuss Inclusive Recruitment with guest Renuka Gundula Renu@talentgrader.com Founder and Director at Talent Grader www.talentgrader.com. We give practical t...
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29:34
New Rules, New Mindsets: Beyond the Headlines of Sexual Harassment Regulations
In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, I discuss with Victoria Dale, (Victoria@inclusion365.co.uk, www.inclusion365.co.uk) the importance of preventing sexual harassment in the workplace, especially in light of new regulations coming i...
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28:13
The Investigation Dilemma : Fairness, Reasonable Belief and Discrimination
Welcome to the first episode of The Inclusive Edge : The Power Of Diversity In this episode, we dive into the tricky world of investigating workplace grievances, especially those cases where it’s one person’s word against anoth...
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