"Psychological safety isn’t the soft stuff. It’s the foundation that makes the hard stuff possible." Kris Bachoo on why psychological safety is the foundation of high performance – and how leaders can build it with confidence. #Leadership #PsychologicalSafety www.mixdiversity.com/blog/psychol...

Alarming new research shows how gender inequality can physiologically “thin” areas of women’s brains. And how rigid gender norms harm men, too. www.bbc.co.uk/future/artic... #Gender #DEI #GenderEquality #InclusiveWorkplace #PsychologicalSafety #Leadership #WellbeingAtWork

The people you bring into leadership training shape the learning as much as the content. Here’s how different cohort setups change the experience (and why it matters). www.mixdiversity.com/blog/leaders... #LeadershipDevelopment #InclusiveLeadership #LeadershipTraining #OrganisationalCulture

Today is #InternationalMensDay - are you discussing this in your workplace? Today could be a great opportunity to discuss inclusion, gender equality, mental health, discrimination, or challenge stereotypes. Next year, invite your team to join our training! www.mixdiversity.com/awareness-da...

Consistently getting someone’s name wrong may seem minor, but it can have lasting effects on an individual’s sense of belonging and inclusion.

#UnconsciousBias doesn’t make us “bad” - it makes us human. But, left unchecked, it leads to poor decision-making and limits both professional development and business growth opportunities. Mix can help ensure that's not the story in your organisation.

“We cannot afford to lose talented women to outdated workplace cultures or structural inequity." A report from RIBA and Fawcett Society examines the ‘Old Boys’ Club’, the parenthood penalty and everyday sexism in #architecture

"We do not need anti-racism to be trendy. We need it to be unrelenting. Because history was never changed by those who stayed quiet when the noise died down." @aleishao.bsky.social on why this year's #BlackHistoryMonth theme could not be more urgent www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/article/sect...

City & Guilds #Neurodiversity index is an invaluable benchmark to drive meaningful change. Findings from 2025's report show there is still much work to do. Read the report in full here: 77f20764.flowpaper.com/CityandGuild...

BITC's latest report finds closing the ethnicity participation and pay gaps could add £37 billion a year to the UK economy, → Read the report: www.bitc.org.uk/wp-content/u... → Take action: Speak to Mix about closing the gaps in your organisation www.mixdiversity.com/diversity-co...

According to new research, a quarter of employees feel pressure to drink at workplace events. → Read more on the IPPR website: www.ippr.org/media-office... → Take action: register for our free webinar "HR's Guide to Christmas Parties" events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a3e57b...

"Almost half of businesses are not meeting their legal duties on preventing sexual harassment, despite it being almost a year since legislation was introduced." www.personneltoday.com/hr/worker-pr... → Don't wait until it's too late: DM us or visit our website: www.mixdiversity.com/preventing-s...

"It is vital that EDI is conducted in a way that is for everyone, and is seen to be for everyone. This can be done by anchoring #EDI in values of respect and equal opportunity." www.ox.ac.uk/news/2025-09...

This year, SRA rules and the Worker Protection Act mean Christmas parties for legal professionals will take place in a changed landscape. www.mixdiversity.com/blog/christm... #SRA #LawFirm #Lawyer #LegalServices #WorkerProtectionAct

We’re big advocates for employee networks who are truly employee resource groups. But the benefits are only really felt when the purpose is clear and working towards the organisation's overall strategy. www.public-sector.co.uk/article/05e3... #ERGs #EmployeeEngagement #CompanyCulture

AI can make workplaces more inclusive, but only if leaders are deliberate, transparent, and willing to keep learning. www.mixdiversity.com/blog/ai-incl... #AI #InclusiveLeadership #DigitalTransformation #CultureTransformation

“It changed my view of what’s achievable.” 10,000 pupils in deprived areas will receive letters from university students, encouraging them to consider higher education and showing that background should never be a barrier. www.theguardian.com/education/20... #EducationForAll #SocialMobility

"Rather than being a single, uniform condition, we believe #ADHD is best understood through a spectrum model...anchored at one end by a form rooted in biology, and at the other by patterns shaped by modern digital life" psyche.co/ideas/in-an-...

"Yes, I would discriminate against a pregnant applicant… I wouldn’t say anything to her face, but I wouldn’t recruit her." A new study finds over 50% of employers could be disadvantaging mothers’ careers, from subtle bias to overt discrimination. www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...

"An increasing number of larger businesses are implementing gender equal parental leave, and some who have been doing this for years are convinced of the business benefits, through employee engagement, retention, and lower recruitment costs."

In an exclusive article for Mix, sociologist Ebony Owusu-Nepaul examines what AI’s rapid rise means for Black communities, and how to ensure history doesn’t repeat itself in code. www.mixdiversity.com/blog/ai-blac... #AIEthics #BlackHistoryMonth #AIForGood #AIResearch

October sees a flurry of awareness events, including #BlackHistoryMonth, #ADHDAwarenessMonth, #WorldMenopauseDay and #WorldMentalHealthDay. But, as a company, how do you choose which ones to mark, avoid accusations of tokenism and drive genuine progress? www.mixdiversity.com/blog/marking...

Don't fall into the trap of 'data for data's sake'. If your #DEI data isn't robust, you'll be making decisions on faulty information. Find out more 👇 www.mixdiversity.com/dei-data-mea...

Time and again, we've seen the power of DEI workshops to go beyond compliance and lay foundations for stronger trust, engagement, and innovation. If you're ready to take the next stride forward in positive company culture, visit our website to find out more. www.mixdiversity.com/dei-workshops/

Ahead of International Equal Pay Day on September 18th, we're revisiting one of our popular mini-guides explaining the difference between the Gender Pay Gap and Equal Pay Gap. www.mixdiversity.com/blog/gender-... #GenderPayGap #EqualPayGap #InternationalEqualPayDay #EqualPay

"The ‘Gen Z stare’ isn’t about entitlement, short attention spans or a lack of ambition. It’s a symptom of a deeper problem"

Women represent 41% of the global workforce, but only hold 29% of top leadership positions - according to World Economic Forum's 2025 Global Gender Gap Report. Read the report in full: www.weforum.org/publications... #GenderPayGap #DEI #EqualPay #InternationalEqualPayDay

It’s up to all of us to play a part in preventing sexual harassment. And, with the introduction of the Worker Protection Act, it’s no longer enough to say ‘we didn’t know it was happening’ - we now have a preventative duty as well.

Tribunal decisions citing #ADHD saw a 750% increase in the first half of 2025. #Autism-related decisions nearly doubled, #Dyslexia cases rose by 78% and #OCD-related decisions doubled. www.irwinmitchell.com/news-and-ins... #neurodiversity #DEI #InclusiveRecruitment

Mix's Inclusive Recruitment Training integrates #DEI into every stage of the recruitment process. Empower your team to make informed, bias-free decisions that contribute to a more equitable workplace. DM us, Comment or visit our website for more info.

"Then, after again pressuring her to take off her hijab, the supervisor grabbed her head scarf and partially removed it himself." Religious inclusion is gaining attention. Make sure your organisation is compliant and inclusive. www.mixdiversity.com/contact-us/

#Menopause affects over half the workforce, yet many women face stigma and lack of support at work. This has real impacts on confidence, motivation, and retention, with consequences for both individuals and businesses.

Women represent 41% of the global workforce, but only hold 29% of top leadership positions - according to World Economic Forum's 2025 Global Gender Gap Report. Our Gender Pay Gap Analysis goes beyond data to focus on root causes and actionable steps.

The Worker Protection Act means it’s no longer enough for employers to say ‘we didn’t know sexual harassment was happening’. If you're in doubt about compliance or best practice, take a look at our training options for teams, leaders and HR 👇

Inclusive meetings don’t happen by chance. With awareness of bias and small, deliberate changes, leaders can create spaces where every voice is heard and valued.

Find out why #InclusiveRecruitment matters, how to spot gaps in your own organisation and - most importantly - what to do about it, in this introductory guide. ttps://www.mixdiversity.com/blog/inclusive-recruitment-guide/

Only 34% of UK employers have mental health first aiders in place, according to The Peninsula Group. www.healthassured.org/blog/peak-pe... Read our quick guide to Mental Health First Aiders. www.mixdiversity.com/blog/mental-... #WorkplaceMentalHealth #MentalHealthWeek

AI and ethics are now at the forefront of global conversation, amid questions of fairness, transparency, and accountability. Mix CEO Hayley Barnard is offering a series of new keynotes to help organisations figure out their place in this changing world. DM or leave a Comment below to find out more.

Take advantage of the Summer Lull and get ready for the September Surge - now is the time to review your #recruitment and selection process. Mix's Inclusive Recruitment Training integrates #DEI into every stage of the recruitment process.

"It’s easy to feel deflated reading these statistics, but progress only happens when uncomfortable truths come to light. Stereotypes are real, bias is pervasive, and the consequences run deep. But change is possible – and it starts with each of us."

To support #BlackHistoryMonth activity, we’re offering our bitesize video “Do People Stereotype You?” *completely free*. This is a great resource to raise awareness, and use as a springboard for further training or policy development. DM us or comment below to request your free download.

Rhode Island's landmark#menopause law places an explicit mandate on employers. → Read more here: www.lawandtheworkplace.com/2025/07/rhod... → If you're in the UK, check out our Menopause Mini-Series www.mixdiversity.com/menopause-mi...

The latest updates from the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the #WorkerProtectionAct signal a powerful shift in the #legal sector. Hayley Barnard examines the opportunities and challenges these changes present. www.mixdiversity.com/blog/sra-reg... #LawFirmCulture #WorkerProtectionAct #DEI

"Between 40,000 and 60,000 women leave the UK’s tech sector every year, costing the economy an estimated £2 to £3.5 billion annually. New research reveals the stark reality for women in the UK tech industry. wearetechwomen.com/2025-lovelac... #womenintech

"30% of employees feel uncomfortable requesting formal or informal flexible working arrangements". Read the #CIPD Flexible and Hybrid Working Practices report 2025. www.cipd.org/globalassets... #FlexibleWorking #HybridWork #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceFlexibility #EmployeeExperience

"What's it like to be on the other side of you?" When leaders *visibly* demonstrate inclusive behaviours they send a clear message that inclusion is a shared value and daily priority, not just a corporate statement.

💡 This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, #StartTheConversation by organising a workshop led by a mental health professional, encouraging staff to talk about mental health in a supportive environment. Use as a basis for policy updates or changes to your employee engagement surveys. www.iasp.info/wspd/

Equip your team to challenge racism with five interactive, expert-led courses covering antiracism in the workplace, unconscious bias, intersectionality, and more. Find out more on our website or send us a message.

"77% of line managers say flexible working increases productivity". Just one of many fascinating stats revealed in Working Families' 2025 research into family friendly working. A highly recommended read. workingfamilies.org.uk/publications... #hybridworking #flexibleworking #productivity

Disability Confident is designed to support employers to become more inclusive of disabled people. Find out more on the Business Disability Forum website. businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/resource/dis... #disabilityconfident #disabilityawareness #disabilityinclusion #disabilityrights