Building Bridges: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025
As we conclude 2024, we have taken a moment to reflect. The landscape of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) has continued to evolve, with both setbacks and strides forward, and there are opportunities to make impactful progress in 2025.
In the article below, you will find links for the following:
1. We summarise key developments from 2024 and look ahead to predictions for 2025.
2. We highlight Included’s journey over 2024, with a sneak peek into what is in store for next year! And…
3. Reveal some immediate exciting news – we are hiring! And our audiobook is soon to be released!
As we move into 2025, the focus on creating diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments will only intensify. While challenges remain, businesses and organisations are increasingly recognising that true inclusion is a continuous journey – one that requires constant evaluation, adaptation and, most importantly, action.
The road ahead looks promising, with innovations and shifts that are designed to create workplaces and societies where everyone has a fair opportunity to thrive.
And we stand ready to help you on your journey. Stay tuned for more updates and insights as we navigate the ever-evolving world of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Warm wishes for a wonderful festive season and a successful start to 2025.
Until next time,
Your Included Team
2024 EDI Highlights
As we conclude 2024, the landscape of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) has continued to evolve, with both setbacks and strides forward.
Here we cover our 2024 Highlights in EDI, including data and thoughts on workplace mental health and disability inclusion, the rise of intersectionality and global EDI expansion. We also describe some of the challenges we have faced in the industry, such as backlash against EDI programmes, diversity fatigue and underrepresentation in leadership.
Predictions for EDI in 2025
Here we look ahead to predictions for 2025, including areas such as AI and data analytics, pay equity and transparency, sustainable ESG, global EDI standardisation and many others.
A Year of Transformation for Included
2024 has been a landmark year for Included, marked by exciting changes in leadership and board composition. In March, our Founder, Stephen Frost, transitioned from his role as CEO, passing the torch to Michelle Sequeira.
Beyond leadership changes, we have expanded our talent pool of exceptional Associates, and revisited the firms we partner with, to ensure our clients have the best service. With a renewed vision and strategy centered on societal transformation, we are excited to embark on the next chapter of our journey into 2025 and beyond.
We are hiring!
Following an internal role change, we have an opportunity for an experienced and passionate Head of Consulting to join our team. This client-facing role focuses on delivering impact through oversight of our EDI services, ensuring delivery quality, and deepening relationships with world-class organisations.
You will lead the Consulting function, including people management, resourcing, and project delivery, while driving business success through BD, product innovation, and strategic account leadership. Collaborating across the organisation, you’ll enhance consulting processes, inspire thought leadership, and deliver exceptional results for clients globally.
Applications will be going live within the next 24 hours. Please keep an eye on our website and LinkedIn page for further information
The Key to Inclusion Audiobook
We are delighted to share that our book, The Key to Inclusion, is soon to be available in audio format. This book, written in 2022, is a practical guide to Diversity, Equity and Belonging for You, Your Team and Your Organisation. Recognising the importance of diversity, belonging and equity is not enough and this book has the practical guidance needed to think differently and make true inclusion a reality.
To mark this exciting moment, we are offering you the chance of winning a free audio book code. Please visit this link for further information. Good Luck!
How inclusive are your company’s end-of-year parties?
From Christmas to Hanukkah to Kwanzaa, many individuals and organisations will take the opportunity to celebrate the end of the year with an event or gathering. You may have scheduled your organisation’s end of year party, but how can you ensure all your colleagues are able to participate and enjoy themselves?
