Drop in DEI Transparency Linked to Increased Stigma & Lower Productivity
A sharp 65% drop in Fortune 500 companies publicly communicating DEI commitments has coincided with rising reports of stigma, job insecurity and declining productivity among LGBTQ+ workers, according to new research.
World Cancer Day 2026: Why Cancer Support at Work Matters More Than Ever
This year, World Cancer Day highlights that every cancer experience is unique, and workplaces must respond accordingly.
Nearly Half a Million Women Exit US Workplace in 2025 as Caregiving Pressures Mount
More than 455,000 women exited the US workforce between in 2025 with childcare costs, inflexible work and structural inequality, driving the exodus, a new study has revealed.
Employers Urged to Put Wellbeing and Culture at the Heart of Workplace AI Adoption
AI will only succeed in the workplace if organisations prioritise people over platforms, according to experts.
British Diversity Awards 2026 Shortlist Celebrating DE&I Champions Across the UK Revealed
The shortlisted finalists for the 2026 British Diversity Awards has been announced, celebrating the individuals and organisations championing diversity, equity and inclusion across the UK.
Beyond the Grind: Four Workforce Trends Shaping the Future of Work & Defining 2026
Here are four trends shaping the future of work and what employers must do to thrive.
Barbie Launches First Autistic Doll Designed With Support From the ASAN Community
Barbie has introduced its first autistic doll, marking a significant step for representation and inclusion in the toy industry.
Ethnicity Pay Gap Day: Billboards Across London and Manchester Confront Britain’s Hidden Pay Inequality
As the UK marks Ethnicity Pay Gap Day on 8 January, stark reminders of racial pay inequality are appearing on the streets of London and Manchester, as a national campaign calls for fair pay and greater transparency and accountability in the workplace.
Sustainability in 2026: How Businesses Are Shaping the Green Agenda
The sustainability transition is no longer being driven by policymakers – it’s being led by business. As 2026 begins, companies are proving that purpose, resilience and profitability are not competing priorities, but increasingly inseparable.
AI Fails to Close Skills Gaps as Nine in 10 Employers Expect Hiring Challenges...
Nine in 10 employers anticipate hiring challenges to persist this year, with skills shortages and technology-driven change topping the list of concerns.













































