Watch our final instalment of our Black Futures Month Webinar Series: Social Media and Marketing. Hosted by Mac Alonge, CEO and Founder of The Equal Group, with guests Tru Powell, Personal Brand Expert and Creative Entrepreneur, and Brianna O’Reilly, Creator of The Black Project.

During this webinar, we discuss gender expectations in the workplace, inequalities between paternity and maternity leave, shared Parental Leave: reform or replace it? And what the UK can learn from Sweden’s childcare and parental leave policies. Hosted by Zakiya Ilyas with guests Michael Johnson - Ellis, Co-Founder of Two Dads U.K; Nina Karegar, Digital Strategy and Marketing Consultant; and Lizzie Martin, Founder of Work Life Mother.

During this webinar, we discuss the evolving terminology of gender identity and sexual orientation, how to manage gender related issues in the workplace, best practices for creating an LGBTQ+ inclusive workplace. Zakiya Ilyas from The Equal Group is joined by Jessica Lynn; transgender advocate, educator and activist and Allan Reid; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant and LGBTQ+ activist.

The Equal Group hosted a webinar with Women in Construction ambassador and BBC Apprentice finalist Michaela Wain, member of the Gemserv executive team Miriam Atkin and Michelle Lim , project engineer for Network Rail. The discussion covered the importance of distinguishing between equity and equality in construction and engineering, addressing barriers faced by women and strategies for removal. The panel also explored the roles of women, male allies, and organizations in supporting women in these sectors.

Watch our first instalment of our Black Futures Month Webinar Series: Diversity and Inclusion in the Outdoor Heritage Sector. Hosted by Mac Alonge, CEO and Founder of The Equal Group, with guests Enoch Adeyemi, CEO and Founder of Black Professionals in Scotland, and Colleen Williams, Senior Marketer working in the Financial Services industry with a love for the outdoors.