Intersectionality Speakers
A 2019 study found that companies with more diverse executive teams are 36% more likely to achieve higher profitability compared to their competitors. (McKinsey & Company)
The Origin of Intersectionality
Kimberlé Crenshaw, a leading civil rights activist and legal scholar, introduced the term “intersectionality” in 1989. She created the term to describe the unique discrimination faced by individuals who belong to multiple marginalised groups.
Crenshaw’s work has shaped how we discuss social justice by promoting a framework that recognises the complex and connected nature of inequality.
She also presented a compelling TED talk titled The Urgency of Intersectionality. In it, she explains how overlapping forms of discrimination create specific challenges for marginalised individuals. You can watch her talk here: The Urgency of Intersectionality. This video is an excellent resource for anyone seeking to understand why this concept is crucial for tackling inequality.
Janina Kugel
Former Chief Human Resources Officer & Member of the Manging Board of SiemensGeffrye Parsons
Former Managing Director of Macquarie Bank, LGBT+ Inspirational Leader 2019, Board Trustee for GiveOUT & Diversity Role Models & Founding Board Member at Pride in TennisProfessor Olivette Otele
The First Black Woman To Be Appointed as a Professor of History in the UKSophie Williams
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Expert Who Led The European Employee Walkout Protesting Transphobic ContentMohsin Zaidi
Critically Acclaimed Author of "A Dutiful Boy" Who Was Listed by The Financial Times as Top Future LGBT LeaderZaheer Ahmad
Global Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Haleon & Member of The Premier League Equality, Diversity & Inclusion StandardsKatrina Marshall
Former BBC World Service Producer & Founding Member of the PRCA Race & Ethnicity BoardFehinti Balogun
Actor in I May Destroy You, Dune, and The Bastard Son and the Devil HimselfNicola Rollock
Professor of Social Policy & Race & Distinguished Fellow at University of CambridgeAbigail Posner
Director of Creative Works at Google, Advocate for Diversity & Inclusion & Renowned AnthropologistWhy Intersectionality Matters in the Workplace
In today’s world, diversity in the workplace is crucial. Businesses need to recognise how intersectionality shapes employee experiences. By adopting this approach, companies can create policies that truly support people from all backgrounds.Using intersectionality helps businesses move beyond superficial gestures. It ensures they address overlapping areas of discrimination and unconscious bias. As a result, employees feel more valued and understood. Consequently, this sense of belonging can improve job satisfaction, reduce turnover, and boost innovation and productivity.
Our Commitment to Intersectionality
We are committed to embracing intersectionality as a foundation for inclusivity. Our speakers represent a wide range of experiences. They include individuals from different races, sexual orientations, religions, disabilities, and gender identities. By sharing their stories, they highlight how intersectionality can help combat discrimination and inequality.
For instance, our speakers show why policies must account for overlapping forms of bias. When organisations do this, they not only reduce prejudice but also gain a clearer understanding of privilege and discrimination. Therefore, we encourage every organisation to incorporate intersectionality into their diversity initiatives. This leads to a fairer, more inclusive workplace for everyone.
Our Commitment to Intersectionality
We are committed to embracing intersectionality as a foundation for inclusivity. Our speakers represent a wide range of experiences. They include individuals from different races, sexual orientations, religions, disabilities, and gender identities. By sharing their stories, they highlight how intersectionality can help combat discrimination and inequality.
For instance, our speakers show why policies must account for overlapping forms of bias. When organisations do this, they not only reduce prejudice but also gain a clearer understanding of privilege and discrimination. Therefore, we encourage every organisation to incorporate intersectionality into their diversity initiatives. This leads to a fairer, more inclusive workplace for everyone.
