<description>In this episode, Host Julia Streets is joined by Stacy Lentz, LGBTQ+ activist, speaker, and co-owner of the Stonewall Inn and Eve Ellis, wealth adviser at William Blair. Together they chart the path of LGBTQ+ activism from the birthplace of the modern gay rights movement to obstacles to change in our current social and political climate.  They discuss PRIDE, privilege, marginalisation, creating change through authenticity and the future of LGBTQ+ activism through policy change, accountability and corporate involvement.</description>

In this episode, Host Julia Streets is joined by …

In this episode, Host Julia Streets is joined by Stacy Lentz, LGBTQ+ activist, speaker, and co-owner of the Stonewall Inn and Eve Ellis, wealth adviser at William Blair. Together they chart the path of LGBTQ+ activism from the birthplace of the modern gay rights movement to obstacles to change in our current social and political climate.  They discuss PRIDE, privilege, marginalisation, creating change through authenticity and the future of LGBTQ+ activism through policy change, accountability and corporate involvement.

LGBTQ+ Activism:  From the Bar to Boardroom

<description>In this episode we discuss transitioning two very different perspectives. Host Julia Streets is joined by Josephine Hughes, a BACP Accredited Counsellor, business mentor and parent of transgender children and Liam Paschall, a transgender man committed to promoting understanding, inclusion, and allyship. They share their personal stories about the journey of transitioning and discuss policies and practices around gender identity and equality to create a trans-inclusive workplace.  They explain the importance of focusing on the uniqueness of the individual, balancing inclusion with intersectionality.  Together they examine the current social and political climate regarding transgender people and share their thoughts, insights and practical advice for gender creative parenting.</description>

In this episode we discuss transitioning two very…

In this episode we discuss transitioning two very different perspectives. Host Julia Streets is joined by Josephine Hughes, a BACP Accredited Counsellor, business mentor and parent of transgender children and Liam Paschall, a transgender man committed to promoting understanding, inclusion, and allyship. They share their personal stories about the journey of transitioning and discuss policies and practices around gender identity and equality to create a trans-inclusive workplace.  They explain the importance of focusing on the uniqueness of the individual, balancing inclusion with intersectionality.  Together they examine the current social and political climate regarding transgender people and share their thoughts, insights and practical advice for gender creative parenting.

Transitioning:  Policies, practice and parenting

<description>Recorded live at the Women in Payments ASEAN Symposium, in Singapore on 25 October 2023, with senior leaders, rising stars and industry experts from across the ASEAN region in attendance.  Our host Julia Streets is joined by Danielle Sharpe, Chief of Staff to the Global Head of Transaction Banking for Standard Chartered Bank, Sanjeev Chatrath, Partner, Financial Services &amp; Asia Pacific Payments Leader at EY and Kristy Duncan, Founder and CEO of Women in Payments.  The panel discussion explores trends and developments across the ASEAN region, gender dynamics, the power and potential of intersectionality, and the importance and influence of male allyship.</description>

Recorded live at the Women in Payments ASEAN Symp…

Recorded live at the Women in Payments ASEAN Symposium, in Singapore on 25 October 2023, with senior leaders, rising stars and industry experts from across the ASEAN region in attendance.  Our host Julia Streets is joined by Danielle Sharpe, Chief of Staff to the Global Head of Transaction Banking for Standard Chartered Bank, Sanjeev Chatrath, Partner, Financial Services & Asia Pacific Payments Leader at EY and Kristy Duncan, Founder and CEO of Women in Payments.  The panel discussion explores trends and developments across the ASEAN region, gender dynamics, the power and potential of intersectionality, and the importance and influence of male allyship.

Power and Potential – gender and generational dynamics across ASEAN

<description>As we continue our international conversations, in this episode we look toGhana.  Host Julia Streets is joined by Darryl Koku Mawutor Abraham, the Growth Director in Africa of Taptap Send and Kingsley Abrokwah, Chief Enabler and Chief Executive Officer of Kudigo.  Together they discuss how tech is providing payment solutions across the continent by a generation of early adopters. They share their thoughts and insights on different aspects of diversity across the Diaspora, how tech is being immersed in the education system, and how this could develop talent to fulfil the talent pipeline outside of Africa.</description>

As we continue our international conversations, i…

As we continue our international conversations, in this episode we look toGhana.  Host Julia Streets is joined by Darryl Koku Mawutor Abraham, the Growth Director in Africa of Taptap Send and Kingsley Abrokwah, Chief Enabler and Chief Executive Officer of Kudigo.  Together they discuss how tech is providing payment solutions across the continent by a generation of early adopters. They share their thoughts and insights on different aspects of diversity across the Diaspora, how tech is being immersed in the education system, and how this could develop talent to fulfil the talent pipeline outside of Africa.

Tech in Ghana: Increasing talent through education and consumer need

<description>In our first episode of Series 16, we begin with a special extended episode focusing on antisemitism, the ‘oldest form of hatred in the world’. Host Julia Streets is joined by Gideon Falter, Chief Executive of Campaign Against Antisemitism and national newspaper Journalist, Nicole Lampert. Together they chart the rise of antisemitism and the exclusion of Jewish people in the diversity discussion.  They discuss how to  provide both practical support and demonstrate inclusion for Jewish people within the workplace, and the power and importance of networks and allies.</description>

In our first episode of Series 16, we begin with …

In our first episode of Series 16, we begin with a special extended episode focusing on antisemitism, the ‘oldest form of hatred in the world’. Host Julia Streets is joined by Gideon Falter, Chief Executive of Campaign Against Antisemitism and national newspaper Journalist, Nicole Lampert. Together they chart the rise of antisemitism and the exclusion of Jewish people in the diversity discussion.  They discuss how to  provide both practical support and demonstrate inclusion for Jewish people within the workplace, and the power and importance of networks and allies.

Focus on Antisemitism: Prejudice, Perception and the Purpose for Change

DiverCity Podcast is all about equality, inclusion, and diversity in financial services, with leading commentators from around the world bringing fresh perspectives to the D&I debate. Hosted by Julia Streets, on each episode we seek to shine a light on positive progress, call out areas requiring further focus and offer lots of ideas to help drive change.

DiverCity Podcast: Talking Diversity and Inclusion in the Financial Services Industry

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