Episode 97: DEI is NOT Dead! Out of Favour but More Important Than Ever – with Gardy Guiteau

by | Feb 13, 2025

Episode 97: DEI is NOT Dead! Out of Favour but More Important Than Ever – with Gardy Guiteau

by | Feb 13, 2025

Right, rebels, we need to talk. 

You’ve probably heard the whispers – DEI is out of fashion, companies are quietly shelving their initiatives, and the world seems to be moving backwards. 

But here’s the thing: just because something is out of favour doesn’t mean it’s not essential. 

In fact, it’s more important than ever. 

Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Gardy Guiteau, a powerhouse in this space, to unpack what’s really happening, why fear is driving the backlash, and what leaders need to do next. 

Join me. 

Highlights:

(4:11) Challenges in DEI Work

(7:54) Niceness vs. Authenticity

(16:33) Historical Context and Lessons

(26:10) Addressing Fear and Resistance

(40:01) Managing Polarisation and Fostering Inclusion

(46:35) Empowering Individuals and Organisational Responsibility 

Find out more:

GJG Training & Consulting website

Gardy Guiteau LinkedIn

CCWE DEI Competency Programmes

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Ngozi Weller

Ngozi Weller is a culture change consultant and an ICF accredited coach who helps build resilience into your business by creating psychologically safe workplaces that enable employees to thrive.

Obehi Alofoje

Obehi is a psychologist and culture change consultant who helps senior HR and business leaders reduce employee burnout, absenteeism & talent attrition through mental wellbeing strategy, training & coaching.

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