Episode 1 (S7). Creating Inclusive Environments

Episode 1 (S7). Creating Inclusive Environments

Author: Nadia, Fran, Eugene October 13, 2024 Duration: 28:17
Welcome to Season 7 of the Social Matters Podcast! After a refreshing summer break, we're back just in time for winter, ready to bring you insightful conversations, valuable knowledge, and a bit of fun along the way. In this first episode of the season, we dive into the topic of inclusivity. We explore what inclusivity means to us and discuss how organisations and teams can foster truly inclusive environments. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to share it, leave a review, and follow...

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