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 diver ...
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Andrea Derbyshire Podcasts
Welcome to the weekly podcast of City Gates Church in Ilford. To learn more visit our website at www.citygates.london
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Inclusion through the lens of introversion and extraversion
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21:40In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, Andrea is joined by Sarah Manley an amazon number one bestselling author to explore how introversion and extraversion impact people’s experiences of inclusion at work. Together, they unpack what these personality traits really mean, beyond the stereotypes, and consider how different energy styles show up in th…
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Big Changes, Baby Steps: Understanding Neonatal Care Leave and What It Means for You
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9:43In 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 new entitlement means for people leaders and parents alike, how it fits alongside other forms of leave, and what employers need to do…
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Allyship in Action – Transforming Good Intentions into Real Impact
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25:26In 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. Allyship isn’t just about supporting inclusion in theory, it’s about taking consistent, meaningful steps to create change. Together, Andrea and Emma dis…
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The Numbers Behind Inclusion : Measuring What Really Matters
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41:04In 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 progress in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) requires going beyond the numbers to measure real workplace culture and belo…
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Leaders of Tomorrow – Shaping the New Face of Inclusive Leadership
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32:27In 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 belonging. Key Discussion Points: 🔹 Defining Inclusive Leadership – What it really means beyond the buzzwords and why it’s critical for organis…
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The Power of Listening : De-centring Yourself
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23:00In 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 yourself in conversations and leadership. Too often, we focus on what to say rather than how to listen. But true inclusion starts …
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Creating Accountability and Safety at Work
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32:00In 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 recognising harassment, fostering a culture of transparency, and implementing practical strategies for safer, more inclusive work enviro…
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DEI Rollbacks : Finding Strength In Setbacks
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9:25In 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 highlight inspiring examples of organisations like Apple, Costco, and Cisco, who are leading the way with strong DEI commitment…
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Age Positivity In the Workplace : Sami's Journey in to HR
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32:47In 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 career in HR in his mid-forties, the conversation explores how age intersects with neurodiversity, ethnicity, and career transitions. S…
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Lighten The Dark Days : Support Your Team This Winter
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8:03In 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 teams. This episode offers simple, actionable strategies to help People Leaders keep their teams happy, engaged, and supported.…
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Inclusivity = Innovation : The Hidden ROI of Diverse Workplaces
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17:01In 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, we unpack the hidden return on investment (ROI) of fostering inclusivity in the workplace. Key Highlights: The Business Case for Diversit…
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Beyond the Numbers : Building Trust to Share Equality Information
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11:46In 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 I explore: The importance of equality data in identifying gaps and fostering equity. How to meet legal obligations under the U…
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Words That Welcome: Mastering Inclusive Communication
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20:25In 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 language in today’s workplaces. Together, we dive into how intentional language choices can foster environments where everyone fee…
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Healing Trust: Coaching and Supporting Employees After Discrimination Cases
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34:22In 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, who shares insights on fostering recovery, restoring morale, and creating a respectful, resilient workplac…
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Empowering Change With Integrity and Authenticity
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11:01In 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 landscape, focusing on the appointment of Kemi Badenoch as the leader of the Conservative Party and her controversial perspective…
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Inclusive Recruitment - Removing Barriers and Bias
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29:34In this episode of The Inclusive Edge: The Power of Diversity I discuss Inclusive Recruitment with guest Renuka Gundula [email protected] Founder and Director at Talent Grader www.talentgrader.com. We give practical tips and real-life examples on how to remove bias and make recruitment processes fairer and more inviting for diverse talent. Key …
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New Rules, New Mindsets: Beyond the Headlines of Sexual Harassment Regulations
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28:13In this episode of The Inclusive Edge, I discuss with Victoria Dale, ([email protected], www.inclusion365.co.uk) the importance of preventing sexual harassment in the workplace, especially in light of new regulations coming into effect on October 26th. We discuss the shift from reactive to proactive prevention and practical advice for org…
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The Investigation Dilemma : Fairness, Reasonable Belief and Discrimination
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12:27Welcome 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 another and how to use "reasonable belief" when evidence is thin, spot potential conscious or unconscious bias and discriminatio…
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Special Guest: Andrea Williams - Christian Concern
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Separation - The First Act of Possession: Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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It's not over til the barren woman sings - Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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Knowing the Next Step - Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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Near The Cross - Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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The Lord Needs It - Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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Open Doors • Open Hearts • Open Hands - Julia Derbyshire
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It's in the House - Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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The Waiting Miracle - Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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In the Name of Jesus - Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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Praying Down Strongholds - Pastor Stephen Derbyshire
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Matters of the Heart - Pastor Daniel Shillingford
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The Daily Hope | Episode 047 with Dwayne Rapley
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1:57Hello and welcome to today’s episode of the daily hope. Your daily reminder of the hope that we have in Jesus. The daily hope is available on the City Gates Church podcast and YouTube channel. Subscribe, comment and share this daily dose of hope with the people you know and love.
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