2025 Schedules

Briony Grogan, Director of People & Culture at PanMacmillan, shares an inspiring blueprint for creating an authentically inclusive and sustainable corporate culture. Discover the power of employee-led networks, mentorship programs, equitable pay initiatives, and industry-wide engagement practices to drive lasting organisational change.

Everywhen's award-winning Disability ERG – recognised with the 2024 UnderOne Trailblazer ERG Award – has become a blueprint for ERG success across the organisation. In this session, Andrew Walker and colleagues will share how they built a powerful Disability ERG that not only drives cultural change but also inspired the growth of other impactful networks, including their LGBT+ ERG and the Menopause subgroup of their Gender ERG.

Discover Equally Yours, a dynamic learning solution fostering awareness and understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Through engaging gameplay, participants navigate questions, scenarios, and activities, accumulating points and sparking meaningful conversations. From factual inquiries to real-life scenarios and thought-provoking discussions, Equally Yours offers a comprehensive yet flexible approach to transformative learning. Join us on this journey of exploration and growth.

Experience inclusion like never before. The Inclusion Escape Room challenges you to step into the shoes of others, navigate diverse perspectives, and solve real-world scenarios – all while racing against the clock. Work in small teams, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and uncover the power of empathy in this high-impact, immersive experience. Are you ready to escape your comfort zone?

Join this high-energy, immersive session where quick thinking meets real connection. The Improv for Inclusion experience uses the art of improvisation to break down barriers, build trust, and unlock the power of authentic communication. Expect to laugh, listen, and learn as you step outside your comfort zone and discover the power of saying “yes, and...” in building inclusive cultures. Ready to think on your feet?

Experience the dynamic InclusionX Pitch, powered by Diversity X VC, where underestimated founders take centre stage to showcase their innovative ventures. Engage directly with inspiring entrepreneurs presenting groundbreaking ideas, disruptive solutions, and impactful businesses. This high-energy session is designed to foster meaningful connections with visonary leaders eager to champion and invest in inclusive innovation.

As DEI practitioners create space for others, who holds space for them? This session will explore the psychological toll of leading inclusion work in an increasingly challenging climate. Drawing on practitioner insights and high-level research, the conversation will examine whether inclusion leaders receive adequate support, what factors may hinder this and how to overcome them. Facilitators will lead an open dialogue on psychological safety, the challenges that keep practitioners awake at night and how we can care for ourselves while driving change.

Led by Yasmine Alani, Director of Transformation at MediaZoo, this interactive workshop explores how innovative storytelling, gamification, and digital experiences can significantly elevate understanding and inclusion of neurodiversity. Learn practical methods to build empathy across your teams and cultivate a workplace culture where everyone thrives.

Join Jon Hering, Chief Commercial Officer at Talent Mapper, to unpack how strategic partnerships and targeted initiatives can profoundly impact social mobility. Gain firsthand and actionable insights from Jon's successful strategies to expand socioeconomic diversity and support talent from all backgrounds within your organisation.

Discover Equally Yours, a dynamic learning solution fostering awareness and understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Through engaging gameplay, participants navigate questions, scenarios, and activities, accumulating points and sparking meaningful conversations. From factual inquiries to real-life scenarios and thought-provoking discussions, Equally Yours offers a comprehensive yet flexible approach to transformative learning. Join us on this journey of exploration and growth.

Experience inclusion like never before. The Inclusion Escape Room challenges you to step into the shoes of others, navigate diverse perspectives, and solve real-world scenarios – all while racing against the clock. Work in small teams, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and uncover the power of empathy in this high-impact, immersive experience. Are you ready to escape your comfort zone?

Join this high-energy, immersive session where quick thinking meets real connection. The Improv for Inclusion experience uses the art of improvisation to break down barriers, build trust, and unlock the power of authentic communication. Expect to laugh, listen, and learn as you step outside your comfort zone and discover the power of saying “yes, and...” in building inclusive cultures. Ready to think on your feet?

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have the potential to be powerful business drivers, not just employee support networks. This session will explore how to position ERGs as strategic assets, aligning them with business goals to drive market insights, product innovation, and employee engagement. Learn how to measure impact, secure executive buy-in, and create a scalable framework for ERG success. This is more than advocacy, it’s about turning influence into measurable business value.

As businesses navigate increasing social and political pressures, the connection between inclusion and wellbeing has never been clearer. This session brings together industry leaders to explore how organisations can overcome backlash, maintain strategic focus, and foster cultures of belonging that support both individual and business resilience. Learn how to turn resistance into opportunity, embed psychological safety, and design environments where diverse teams can thrive. Discover the critical role of inclusive leadership in supporting employee wellbeing and securing long-term business impact.

Carla Antonelli has long been at the forefront of the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, equality, and social justice. As Spain’s first transgender senator and a lifelong activist, she has shaped policies, challenged societal norms, and inspired a generation. Now, as the author of La Mujer Volcán (The Volcano Woman), she shares a deeply personal account of her journey, one of resilience, courage, and transformation, offering an unfiltered look at the struggles and triumphs of fighting for equality. In this exclusive fireside chat, we explore her remarkable story, the intersection of politics and personal narrative, and what it truly means to create lasting change.