Founded by Mark Freed and Gary Ford, Men for Inclusion is a leadership development firm dedicated to shaping leaders who harness the full power of inclusion to drive growth, innovation, and success.
When we founded Men for Inclusion, we drew on decades of experience leading teams, transforming organisations, and advocating for gender equality. We saw that traditional diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies were falling short—progress was slow, and the people most crucial to the conversation weren’t fully engaged.
So, we set out to change that. By helping companies engage the unengaged and harness the power of inclusion, we knew we could accelerate progress and deliver a real return on investment.
Today, we’re proud to have developed a proven methodology and a suite of powerful tools that enable organisations—even in the toughest environments—to advance their inclusion goals and achieve greater success.
Our mission is to help individuals and organisations create an inclusive workplace environment. Because it simply makes work better, allows people to have their best careers and enables them to transform the culture of their organisation, delivering a series of long-term benefits.
But it goes beyond just promoting DEI; we believe in creating a profound cultural shift within organisations. Our work centres on:
Our core values form the foundation of our work at Men for Inclusion, guiding us in our mission to drive positive change in workplace cultures.
At Men for Inclusion, we prioritise inclusivity and respect. We actively listen, value lived experiences, and treat everyone as they wish to be treated. We are responsive, caring, and respectful in all interactions, recognising the importance of kindness and empathy towards everyone, regardless of their status.
We are committed to being authentic, honest, and genuine. We provide clear, open feedback and avoid using jargon to ensure transparent communication. We embrace honesty, maintain integrity in everything we do, and create a culture of trust, where openness leads to better collaboration and shared understanding.
We embrace a growth mindset, constantly striving to learn and improve every day. Acknowledging that we don’t know everything, we remain open to learning from others. Our curiosity drives innovation and helps us continuously enhance our work, making every challenge an opportunity for personal and professional growth.
We take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes. With a commitment to excellence, we set ambitious goals and strive for brilliance in all we do. Accountability ensures that we uphold high standards, foster growth, and deliver meaningful outcomes in every aspect of our work.
We value collective intelligence and believe in inclusive work for everyone, not just a select few. Building meaningful, long-term relationships that bring mutual value is key. Through collaboration, we inspire others, champion storytelling, and create a space where every idea is valued, fostering positive cultural change together.