Beyond Merry Christmas: 5 Ways to Make Your Workplace Holiday Celebrations Truly Inclusive
The holiday season offers a chance to foster inclusivity and respect for diverse traditions. Instead of a one-size-fits-all time-off policy, adopt flexible schedules that allow employees to observe their cultural or religious holidays, helping them feel valued. Celebrate diversity by hosting multicultural events where colleagues share their traditions, fostering understanding and connection. Team volunteering activities can also unite employees while supporting diverse causes. By embracing flexibility, cross-cultural awareness, and allyship, workplaces can turn holiday celebrations into meaningful opportunities for learning and inclusion. Let’s make this season one where everyone feels respected, valued, and comfortable sharing their traditions.
LAUDACE in Action November 2024
November has arrived, and we’re embracing the last stretch of a transformative year! This month, we’re spotlighting Trans Allyship in our Courageous Conversations Series, alongside engaging events in Paris and beyond. Scroll down for all the details!
Interview with Dr Fox Mega: Building Trans Allyship in the Workplace
Trans allyship amongst colleagues is crucial for making organisations places where everyone can feel like they belong. This month we interviewed Dr Fox Mega (they/them), a Trans non-binary activist on a mission to co-create a more equitable world of work for all people with their business Dr Mega Consulting. They combine their lived experience, with their social-cognitive neuroscience background to help organisations become spaces where every person can feel safe, seen and valued. In this blog we will understand why Trans allyship is so important, explore the experience of Trans employees in the workplace and provide actionable allyship steps.
Celebrating a Milestone: LAUDACE’s founder honored as a Women of the Future Rising Star in ESG
LAUDACE's founder, Axelle Ahanhanzo, has been recognized as a Women of the Future Rising Star in ESG. This prestigious accolade celebrates young women leaders making significant strides in environmental, social, and governance sectors. In this blog, Axelle shares her key takeaways from the event, emphasizing the importance of transparency, intersectionality, and the role of youth in shaping the future of ESG.
Beyond Mentorship: Sponsorship as the Key to Black Career Empowerment
Explore the key differences between mentorship and sponsorship in advancing the careers of Black professionals. This article examines why mentorship alone is insufficient to overcome systemic barriers in the workplace, while sponsorship can be transformative. Learn how sponsors amplify achievements, create opportunities, expand networks, and challenge biases, enabling Black employees to secure leadership positions. Featuring insights from Coqual and the Harvard Business Review, the article offers practical steps for organisations to develop a sponsorship culture that fosters diversity, inclusion, and long-term success. Ideal for businesses committed to empowering Black talent and driving meaningful, systemic change.
Interview with Lejla & Rukaia: A Critical Analysis on DEI Initiatives and the Refugee Experience
In 2024 alone, up to 300 million people are expected to need humanitarian aid, psychological support, and protection as they flee inhospitable conditions, seeking a new place to call home. The refugee crisis concerns us all, and so this month we interviewed Lejla Podgoršek and Rukaia Aldubouni, who graciously shared their experiences to offer critical recommendations for improving refugee inclusion through nuanced Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategies.
LAUDACE in Action September 2024
September is here, and we’re ready to return to work after a restful summer. We're excited to share about our recent partnership involving virtual reality and upcoming attendance in London and Disneyland at two exciting supplier D&I conferences. Read along for more details!
Flexible work is also a matter of DEI
Unlock the power of flexible work to enhance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in your organisation. Discover how hybrid work benefits disabled individuals, caregivers, and marginalised groups, and explore effective strategies to implement inclusive hybrid work models. Embrace the shift towards a more inclusive, flexible, and equitable work environment for all employees.
LAUDACE in Action July 2024
LAUDACE in Action. With so many dates to honour in July, we’re putting Allyship front and center. Read more for updates on achieved milestones and where to find us this month!
When do I become an ally?
What does it take for one to call themselves an ally? How can groups of people from historically marginalised backgrounds become allies to each other? And what are the different types of allies? In this article, we will explore answers to these questions as we reflect on allyship, not as a static identity, but one that requires accountability, humility, and most of all: action
Beyond the Rainbow: Honouring Diversity During Pride
This article explores Pride through an intersectional lens, highlighting the importance of centring marginalised voices, and addressing racism within LGBTQ+ spaces. It also examines the prevalence of neurodivergence in the community. Learn best practices for honouring Pride month, promoting true inclusivity, and fostering solidarity among diverse LGBTQ+ groups.
LAUDACE in Action June 2024
LAUDACE in Action. This June, we’re honoring Pride. We’ll be giving an intersectional take at our Conversations Conversations Series and more!
Prioritising Mental Health Through Workplace Boundaries
Discover the crucial role of workplace boundaries in fostering mental well-being and tackling burnout. Learn practical strategies for creating psychological safety, combating burnout, and setting healthy boundaries at work. Prioritize your well-being and contribute to a culture of resilience and support!
LAUDACE in Action May 2024
LAUDACE in Action. This May, we’re celebrating one-year of LAUDACE with our recent ESDP certification. May is also for Mental Health Awareness, so we're giving this topic the spotlight it deserves at our Conversations Conversations Series and more!
The Quest for Inclusive Neurodiversity Advocacy
In this blog post, we will delve into the sobering truths regarding the limitations of neurodiversity efforts, that hinder the journey toward equitable support for neurodivergent individuals everywhere.
LAUDACE in Action April 2024
LAUDACE in Action. This Neurodiversity Awareness month you can find LAUDACE hosting Courageous Conversations and appearing at the European Supplier Diversity Program, panel discussions, summits and more!
LAUDACE in Action March 2024
LAUDACE in Action. Here what we are up to this Women’s History Month, from the Equals Role Model Campaign, our Courageous Conversations Series and more!
Intersecting Realities: Enriching Women’s History Month through Intersectionality
LAUDACE sheds lights on the importance of Intersectionality as the world celebrates International Women's Day. Without an intersectional approach, any effort to advance women's rights would remain incomplete!
Join us at #Regatta2023!
Hear our founder, Axelle Ahanhanzo, speak at the Netherlands Women In Tech Regatta 2023! We passionately believe in the power of community and strive to build new connections in our ever-growing ecosystem. This boutique event is designed to give attendees access to mentors, peers, resources, and job opportunities. The motto #RelationshipsAreTheTrueCurrency
The Power of Courageous Conversations: Transforming Workplaces
The significance of open and honest dialogues in shaping more inclusive workplaces and communities cannot be overstated. Courageous Conversations, especially within the context of Equity and Inclusion, play a pivotal role in shaping the growth and progress of society as a whole. At Laudace, we believe that embracing Courageous Conversations is the key to driving positive change, fostering empathy, and unlocking innovation.