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One week apart, two very different audiences, same message – inclusion is a win win

Mark.Freed / 22 Feb 2023

One week apart, two very different audiences, same message – inclusion is a win win

I love what I do at E2W and Men for Inclusion. One week apart, two very different audiences, same message – inclusion is a win win. Last week I sat on an amazing panel hosted by Aviva and Amanda Blanc for the...

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Stepping up to inclusion and diversity

Mark.Freed / 15 Nov 2021

Stepping up to inclusion and diversity

Stepping up to inclusion and diversity It’s time to think about inclusion, it’s time to think about our colleagues and those people around us as individually unique. As men, we all need to think about diversity and inclusion. There are so many benefits that can be...

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This member’s story is not unusual or unique, but it needs to be told…

Mark.Freed / 12 Oct 2021

This member’s story is not unusual or unique, but it needs to be told…

Last week, I met another brilliant member of our community, who reached out to talk about Men for Inclusion. Their story is not unique or unusual, but it needs to be told. Why is it, so many of our network can tell the same story of how culture defines...

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Janus Henderson have become the first corporate members of Men for Inclusion.

Mark.Freed / 03 Aug 2021

Janus Henderson have become the first corporate members of Men for Inclusion.

Men for Inclusion and Janus Henderson are delighted to announce that Janus Henderson have become the first corporate members of Men for Inclusion. Men for Inclusion recognise that gender inclusion will not be achieved without the active involvement of men, yet men are less likely than women to be...

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What’s in it for men?

Mark.Freed / 25 May 2021

What’s in it for men?

Diversity and Inclusion: What’s in it for men? In the lead up to our next Inclusionist Interaction session on the 1st June I have been giving some thought into the sessions topic, 'What's in it for Men?'.  Share your thoughts and hear those of others by...

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Why increasing your awareness and practical tools are critical to becoming a good ally and exceptional leader

Mark.Freed / 05 May 2021

Why increasing your awareness and practical tools are critical to becoming a good ally and exceptional leader

Tracey Abayeta, Men for Inclusion Advisory Board shares her thoughts on why increasing your awareness and practical tools are critical to becoming a good ally and exceptional leader The more I work within the realms of DEI, the more I’m convinced that being an ally in the workplace...

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Inclusionist Interactions: When you hear, “she needs more gravitas” what do you say?

Mark.Freed / 14 Apr 2021

Inclusionist Interactions: When you hear, “she needs more gravitas” what do you say?

When you hear, “she needs more gravitas” what do you say? Maybe she does need to show more gravitas to be promoted or put on the team for a high-profile assignment. However, we suggest you stop and consider whether the person using this word is making a stereotypical...

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Mark speaks at the Diversity Project Event:  HOW MEN CAN BECOME BETTER ALLIES TO WOMEN

Mark.Freed / 17 Mar 2021

Mark speaks at the Diversity Project Event:   HOW MEN CAN BECOME BETTER ALLIES TO WOMEN

EVENT: MALE ALLYSHIP - HOW MEN CAN BECOME BETTER ALLIES TO WOMEN Over the last few years many investment and savings firms have stepped up their focus on tackling gender inequalities and creating a more inclusive workplace. But although progress is being made the pace of change is too...

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International Women’s Day

admin / 04 Mar 2021

International Women’s Day

Why are we writing about men as we approach International Women’s Day? Well, because men’s voices are mostly missing from conversations about gender equality of opportunity at work. Most men don’t deliberately exclude or overlook women or try to impede their progress. In fact,...

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Quick Fire Questions with Men for Inclusion co-founder Gary Ford

Mark.Freed / 01 Mar 2021

Quick Fire Questions with Men for Inclusion co-founder Gary Ford

We'd like to introduce our Co-Founder Gary Ford! - What gets you motivated? Working with really interesting people who want to do important and interesting work. - What excites you most about being part of Men for Inclusion? The opportunity to continue to hear new and diverse lived...

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