At Cerulean Learning, we believe that inclusion is the cornerstone of a thriving workplace and society, and it is at the centre of everything we design and deliver. As we prepare to celebrate National Inclusion Week 2024, we are proud to reaffirm our commitment to creating environments where people feel valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Our contributions to this year’s theme of ‘Impact Matters’ include launching a series of workshops focused on inclusive leadership, equipping our clients’ managers and leaders with the tools to create spaces where everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
Throughout National Inclusion Week, we will be sharing quotes and inspirational stories of impact on our social media, highlighting the positive messages of inclusion in the workplace, which we hope will remind us all of the power of inclusion to transform lives and organisations.
Being part of National Inclusion Week 2024 is not just a tickbox exercise for us; it’s an opportunity to reflect on our journey, celebrate our successes, and continue pushing for progress. We are already celebrating becoming finalists in the ABP Awards with our submission on the power of allyship.
We believe that when we commit to inclusion, we create a ripple effect that extends far beyond our organisation, impacting the broader community and paving the way for a more inclusive future.
Quotes for the week:
- “We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter their color.”
— Maya Angelou, American poet and civil rights activist - “No one is born hating another person because of the colour of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love.”
— Nelson Mandela, South African anti-apartheid revolutionary - “Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance.”
— Vernā Myers, VP of Inclusion Strategy at Netflix - “Inclusion is not a strategy to help people fit into the systems and structures which exist in our societies; it is about transforming those systems and structures to make it better for everyone.”
— Diane Richler, Former President, Inclusion International - “A diverse mix of voices leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone.”
— Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet Inc., Google, who has emphasised diversity within global and UK contexts
If you would like to find out more about our workshops on inclusive leadership get in touch with us at info@ceruleanblu.co.uk.
