5 Must Follow Twitter Accounts for Inclusion Advocates
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Inclusion & diversity is a topic which usually gets mentioned, talked about and included in campaigns a lot these days. Companies use the terms like we are “inclusive” – come work for our company. You will see brands shouting from rooftops that- we have a very “diverse” range of workforce, come join the team!
But how many of us believe these claims of diversity & inclusion, or how many of us can see through this false inclusion focussed marketing campaigns? I am sure many of us wonder at the authenticity of these campaigns and brands.
Did you know according to a recent McKinsey Study, 51% of employees leaving the workplace are doing so because they don’t feel a sense of belonging?
Companies which are making an impact and bringing about real changes put in a lot of work which can include investing in research, focus groups, identifying and talking to various stakeholders; before promoting and advertising about inclusion and diversity.
While you or your company might be on an inclusion journey, and that journey might just have started, or you might be half-way there, I am sure as Inclusion advocates you need support at every step of this journey. As we all know and can agree that Equity, Equality Inclusion & Diversity initiatives are projects which requires team effort and specialist support along with buy-in from colleagues, communities, suppliers and senior stakeholders.
As inclusion advocates you will need allies, advocates, experts, researchers, tools, data and people to get ideas and implement changes within your organisations.
Some organisations might have big budgets for their DE&I (Diversity, Equality/Equity & Inclusion) initiatives; however, most organisations will have low or non-existent budgets to start or progress on their DE&I policy.
This is where you need support provided by experts who do this day-in and day-out, who understand the DE&I challenges within organisations, who provide excellent solutions to solve these changes within workplaces and sometimes offer these services for free because they want to see real “Change”.
I have listed 5 such brands below who are not only DE&I champions, but they do an incredible job of educating their audience, sharing detailed expert knowledge, analysis by making use of data and providing solutions to solve workplace inequality, bring in diversity and belongingness at workplaces across the globe.
1. @PayGapApp
This is a gender pay gap bot created by Francesca Lawson, a freelance copywriter and social media manger and she is the creative strategist for this bot. Ali Fensome manages the data and technical aspect of this bot.When companies who are listed on the government’s gender pay gap service report, tweeted on International Women’s Day in 2022, this bot automatically responds with their median gender pay gap when it finds relevant keywords in the social media post.
The data the bot uses is publicly available data, which is helping this bot drive real change and bring awareness using data. This bot was launched on International Women’s Day in 2022
Did you know women’s median hourly pay is less than men’s at 77% of UK companies!
The main aim of creating this bot was to bring about change in organisations and society. It is helping the communities and audiences to see if the organisation which posts content on equality, diversity and inclusion are doing any real work to back up all the social media claims.
Image Source: PayGapApp Twitter
How can this tool help you as an organisation or individual?
- If you are an organisation and are going to post on International Women’s Day or any other topic related to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, be aware because this bot can catch if your claims are true or not. And it will re-tweet your tweet with your company’s gender pay gap and enable wider audiences to see it too. - If you are a DEI advocate, you can use this bot and make use of the data to help reduce the gender pay gap within the organisations.
- If you are an individual looking to work at a new company and want to understand how inclusive an organisation is in the UK, make use of this tool to guide you and make the right decision.
To follow the bot on Twitter, click on the link below:
https://twitter.com/PayGapApp
Or to visit their website, click on the link below:
https://genderpaygap.app/
Use the hashtags: #BreakTheBias #PayGapDataDay #InternationalWomensDay
2. Underrepresented in Tech
This is a brilliant free database which is trying to help candidates from underrepresented group to find new opportunities in tech. Main aim of this platform is to solve the challenge of lack of diversity in the technology sector. The objective of this website is simple; that is to remove any roadblocks which prevent amazing talented individuals from finding opportunities they want to explore and helping organisations who want to recruit from a diverse pool of talent.It is built for individuals and companies who want to prioritise diversity and want a way to solve this challenge.
This website is currently sponsored by some amazing brands like Bet Hannon, Gravity View, Give, Yoast, Newsletter Glue, Sentree, Termageddon, Geglot, wpbuffs.
Image Source: Underrepresented in Tech Website
If you are an inclusion advocate or brand trying to help diversify the tech sector and want to support this cause, you can sponsor their Podcast on the link below:
https://www.underrepresentedintech.com/sponsor-podcast/
To listen to their Podcast, click on the link below:
https://www.underrepresentedintech.com/feed-2/
If you are an organisation looking to solve the diversity challenge within your business and want to involve individuals from different background, then search their database below:
https://www.underrepresentedintech.com/search-database-submissions/
Before you begin looking to build a diverse team, why not listen to their Podcast which focusses on the topic of Hiring for Diversity: https://underrepresented-in-tech.castos.com/podcasts/26905/episodes/hiring-for-diversity
To submit your profile to be a part of this database, click on the link below:
https://www.underrepresentedintech.com/
To follow them on Twitter, use the link below:
https://twitter.com/UnderRepdInTech
And to visit their website, click on the link below:
https://www.underrepresentedintech.com/
Use the hashtags: #DiversityInTech
3. Speak Out Revolution
Speak Out Revolution are a non-profit organisation with a mission to cancel the culture of silence on harassment and bullying in workplaces around the globe. It was found in 2020 with a clear mission to listen and capture lived workplace experiences to drive real changes in workplace.Founders of Speak Out Revolution include Marie Hemingway & Frances Holmes.
Their vision is simple “A world where very person is empowered to speak out on workplace harassment and bullying”
Image Source: WeAreSpeakOut Twitter
They make use of anonymised data completed by individuals who have faced harassment or bullying at workplaces. Data collected is then analysed and displayed on a dashboard for all to view, so that organisations can make necessary changes to their inclusion programmes.
Both individuals and organisations can join this revolution.
Speak Out Revolution will make use of their global data insights to help your organisation solve your DEI challenges and help you on your journey towards creating a positive inclusive workplace.
You can book a call with them, make use of the free Speak Out Dashboard to invest resources where it is required.
To view the dashboard, click here: https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/dashboard
You can also make use of the Speak Out Academy which will help you turn your inclusion aspirations into reality. They also conduct workshops “Speak Out Allied” to help professionals and organisations to solve DEI challenges.
You can also sign-up for their monthly newsletter to receive their latest insights, event and resources.
If you are an individual who has been targeted by harassment and bullying at your workplace and you want to share your experiences anonymously, then click on the link below:
https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/the-speak-out-survey
Share your story, so that you can prevent someone else going through the same experience. The survey is completely anonymous and does not ask for any identifying information like name or email. You don’t have to share the name of the organisation; it is totally up to you to what information you feel like sharing about this experience.
If you are struggling with workplace harassment and bullying and need someone to support, you can reach out to one of their team members Collen.
View insights on their dashboard to see which sectors have more reports of bullying & harassment and what the data is saying to help you make a more informed decision.
You could also become an Ally and get free access to a host of resources like, Speak Out Allied Programme, Speak Out Think Tank and Speak Out Challenge.
You can also support Speak Out Revolution, by buying their merchandise: https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/speak-out-online-store
They make use of anonymised data completed by individuals who have faced harassment or bullying at workplaces. Data collected is then analysed and displayed on a dashboard for all to view, so that organisations can make necessary changes to their inclusion programmes.
Both individuals and organisations can join this revolution.
Organisations:
If you’re an organisation and are looking for inclusion experts or is not sure where to start on the inclusion journey, look no further because Speak Out Revolution team can provide you all the support. To access help, click on the link below: https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/organisationsSpeak Out Revolution will make use of their global data insights to help your organisation solve your DEI challenges and help you on your journey towards creating a positive inclusive workplace.
You can book a call with them, make use of the free Speak Out Dashboard to invest resources where it is required.
To view the dashboard, click here: https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/dashboard
You can also make use of the Speak Out Academy which will help you turn your inclusion aspirations into reality. They also conduct workshops “Speak Out Allied” to help professionals and organisations to solve DEI challenges.
You can also sign-up for their monthly newsletter to receive their latest insights, event and resources.
Individuals
If you are an ally who wants to help creative inclusive communities and workplaces and need support, Speak Out Revolution has got your covered.If you are an individual who has been targeted by harassment and bullying at your workplace and you want to share your experiences anonymously, then click on the link below:
https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/the-speak-out-survey
Share your story, so that you can prevent someone else going through the same experience. The survey is completely anonymous and does not ask for any identifying information like name or email. You don’t have to share the name of the organisation; it is totally up to you to what information you feel like sharing about this experience.
If you are struggling with workplace harassment and bullying and need someone to support, you can reach out to one of their team members Collen.
View insights on their dashboard to see which sectors have more reports of bullying & harassment and what the data is saying to help you make a more informed decision.
You could also become an Ally and get free access to a host of resources like, Speak Out Allied Programme, Speak Out Think Tank and Speak Out Challenge.
You can also support Speak Out Revolution, by buying their merchandise: https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/speak-out-online-store
To follow Speak Out Revolution on Twitter, click on the link below:
https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/dashboard
Use hashtags: #SpeakOut #Inclusion
The main aim of this platform is to end motherhood penalty and support thousands of women each year and to campaign for change.
Use hashtags: #SpeakOut #Inclusion
4. Pregnant then Screwed
Pregnant Then Screwed is a charity which was found on International Women’s Day in 2015. Joeli Bearley was sacked from her job by voicemail when she informed her employer, she was pregnant.The main aim of this platform is to end motherhood penalty and support thousands of women each year and to campaign for change.
Image Source: Pregnant Then Screwed Website
In 2021 they provided tailored support to 81,813 women. Their social media posts gained over a million views & engagement. 4255 women used their free advice line and 97% said their advice improved their confidence, 95% said it improved their wellbeing and 96% said it improved their knowledge.
They were also mentioned by an MP or minister every 11 days.
Their vision includes a world where stay-at-home parents are valued for their contribution to the community. They want to emphasise the importance and encourage that both parents are encouraged to spend time with their children. They believe childcare should be free and should be as best as it can get for all children. Equal contributions by both parents in running of the household. They want to create “Change”.And how are they bringing about this change;
- By proposing legislative changes
- By providing support to pregnant women and mothers free access to legal advice
- They listen to and document real stories of working mothers and collect data
- Take part in government consultations and policy changes
- Provide training to employers
- Use social media, press articles to promote the message
- Provide support to rebuild confidence of mothers
To follow them on Twitter, click on the link below:
https://twitter.com/PregnantScrewed
And to visit their website, use the below link:
https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/
5. Inclusive Employers
Inclusive Employers was established in 2011 and is one of the first leading membership organisation for companies who want to prioritise inclusion and diversity at their workplace.
Image Source: Inclusive Employers Twitter
Their values include making inclusion a reality for all employees, being the expert in the field and being the driving force of change.
The services they provide to organisations include:
- Memberships
- Tailored consultancy
- Bespoke solutions
- Inclusion Accreditation
- Webinar Programmes
- Inclusion & Diversity Qualifications
- Newsletter & Thought-leadership articles
https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk/about/10-years-of-inclusion/
If you are an organisation or individual you can also register for the National Inclusion Week and this year's event is celebrated from the 26th September to 2nd October, 2022. To register for it, use the link below:
https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk/niw-2022/
This year’s theme is ‘Time to Act: The Power of Now’
If you register for free you will be able to access basic resources.
And becoming a full supporter will give you access to all their resources, materials to help you plan the National Inclusion Week, with free access to their webinars.
To follow Inclusive Employers on Twitter, click on the link below:
https://twitter.com/IncEmp
And to visit the website, you can use the link below:
https://www.inclusiveemployers.co.uk/
Use hashtags: #ThePowerOfNow
Hope this blog has been useful and provided you with the tools, data, resources & ideas to help you on your DEI journey.
Do share your favourite inclusion advocates and companies in the comment below.
And if you have enjoyed reading this blog, remember to share it, follow all the above amazing brands on social media and help spread the word!
Hope this blog has been useful and provided you with the tools, data, resources & ideas to help you on your DEI journey.
Do share your favourite inclusion advocates and companies in the comment below.
And if you have enjoyed reading this blog, remember to share it, follow all the above amazing brands on social media and help spread the word!
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