Presentation: Culture Over Chaos: A practical guide to embedding EDI in a divided world

26 Nov 2025
Future of Work

In today's world, leaders are navigating constant VUCA - Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity. This external turbulence, from geopolitical shifts to social divisions, is putting unprecedented pressure on our workplace cultures. We are also seeing that traditional conversations around "diversity" can, at times, create fatigue and division, detracting from the ultimate goal. This session argues for a strategic shift in focus: away from reactive initiatives and towards proactively building a resilient culture of inclusion. We will explore how leaders, as the primary custodians of culture, can authentically embed the core pillars of respect, belonging, empowerment, and progression into their organisation's DNA. This is about more than just policies; it's about changing mindsets and dismantling the systemic barriers that prevent any individual from thriving. This talk provides a practical roadmap for leaders to foster a culture where everyone, regardless of their background, feels valued and has the opportunity to succeed, creating a powerful buffer against divisive outside influences and unlocking the full potential of their entire workforce.

Speaker
Toby Mildon
Toby Mildon, Diversity & Inclusion Architect - Mildon