Element of Inclusion

Demystifying Diversity: A Simple Guide To Inclusion [Interview with Gamiel Yafai] Part 1

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Gamiel Yafai is author of Demystifying Diversity and an award winning Diversity & Inclusion Strategist. 

Find out why he’s one of the most enduring figures in UK Diversity & Inclusion. Part 1 of a 2 part series. 

Here are some key messages from this episode: 

  • A little known secret of the organisations that win Diversity & Inclusion awards
  • How Gamiel’s heritage culture influences his work
  • The 3 primary roles of Diversity Champions 

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Here are some key takeaways from this episode: 

The importance of Self Leadership 

“You have to lead yourself before you can lead others”

True Champions Emerge 

“You can’t advertise for them, they just appear”

An Expensive Myth to avoid 

“Our problem is trying to change complex mind sets that think that you have to pay a fortune to introduce a brilliant programme”

Here are some resources so you can go deeper:  

Gamiel on Twitter 

Gamiel on Linkedin

Yemen Proud

Demystifying Diversity

The Hunger Project

The McGregor Smith Review

The Parker Review

Diversity Marketplace

Whenever you’re ready, there are a few ways I can support your Inclusion Journey:

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