How To Create a Diverse & Inclusive Workplace in 2025 #149
In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Vivian Acquah, a leading DEI consultant and founder of Amplify DEI, to explore how companies can build cultures of belonging, empathy, and inclusion that drive real business impact.
Title: π How To Create a Diverse & Inclusive Workplace in 2025 with Vivian Acquah #149 π
Host: ποΈ Nick Day, CEO of specialist HR Recruitment Agency, JGA Recruitment Group
Guest: π€ Vivian Acquah, DEI Consultant, Amplify DEI.
Episode Overview:
π In this insightful episode of The HR L&D Podcast, host Β Nick Day is joined by Vivian Acquah, a leading DEI consultant at Amplify DEI, to explore how companies can build cultures of belonging, empathy, and inclusion that drive real business impact.
Key Topics Discussed in this Episode:
- HR should evolve into “People & Culture” β Shift from traditional HR to a culture-driven, employee-focused approach.
- Empathy is crucial for DEI success β Leaders must actively listen and create psychological safety.
- Virtual Reality enhances DEI training β VR helps employees experience bias firsthand, leading to real change.
- DEI needs leadership buy-in & budget β Without investment, diversity efforts fail. Aim for at least 1% of the operational budget.
- Workplace inclusion requires action, not talk β Companies that donβt adapt will lose top talent and struggle to stay relevant.
Useful Links From This Episode:
- π€ Vivian Acquah’sΒ LinkedIn Profile
- π€ Host Nick Day LinkedIn Profile
- π’ JGA HR Recruitment
- π§ Check out our sister podcast, The Payroll Podcast
HR LEADERS – I CALL YOU ALL TO ACTION! π’
If you have any HR or L&D that require the support of a specialist HR recruitment agency, please contact JGA Recruitment Group! We can also support executive coaching and consulting services supporting HR leaders towards transformative leadership and sustainable growth. Contact Nick at [email protected] or call at 01727800377.
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