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77: What a Transgender love story teaches us about inclusive cultures
77: What a Transgender love story teaches us about inclusive cultures
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Length:
46 minutes
Released:
Feb 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In this powerful episode, we dive into the lives of Danielle and Sophie Wood, a couple who've navigated the complexities of gender transition together.
From their early days as university sweethearts through the challenges of mental health, employment changes, and societal acceptance, their story is a testament to resilience and love.
Founders of Belonging Base consultancy, they're dedicated to fostering inclusive cultures in businesses, drawing on their personal experiences and professional expertise in diversity and inclusion.
Their journey offers profound insights into belonging, identity, and the transformative power of understanding and empathy in both personal and professional realms.
Join us as we explore their remarkable journey and the impactful work they do with Belonging Base.
Key Talking Points:
- Navigating gender transition as a couple and its impact on relationships and professional life.
- The founding of Belonging Base and its mission to enhance workplace inclusivity.
- Challenges faced in the workplace and society as a transgender couple.
- The significance of LGBTQ+ month and raising awareness through personal stories.
- Mental health struggles and finding support during gender transition.
- The importance of allyship and creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals.
- The role of Millennials and Gen Z in advocating for inclusivity and change in the workplace.
- Strategies for businesses to adopt more inclusive practices.
- Personal experiences with discrimination and the journey towards acceptance and belonging.
Connect with our guests:
Belonging Base on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/belonging-base
Danielle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-wood-deib-mhfa
Sophie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-wood-mcipd
Website: https://belongingbase.com
General Support with Mental Health and Well-being
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.
Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/
If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World)
Connect with Al and Leanne
Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork/
Connect with Al on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott/
Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne
Email: Hello@truthliesandwork.com
Book a Call with Al & Leanne: https://oblonghq.com/book/
From their early days as university sweethearts through the challenges of mental health, employment changes, and societal acceptance, their story is a testament to resilience and love.
Founders of Belonging Base consultancy, they're dedicated to fostering inclusive cultures in businesses, drawing on their personal experiences and professional expertise in diversity and inclusion.
Their journey offers profound insights into belonging, identity, and the transformative power of understanding and empathy in both personal and professional realms.
Join us as we explore their remarkable journey and the impactful work they do with Belonging Base.
Key Talking Points:
- Navigating gender transition as a couple and its impact on relationships and professional life.
- The founding of Belonging Base and its mission to enhance workplace inclusivity.
- Challenges faced in the workplace and society as a transgender couple.
- The significance of LGBTQ+ month and raising awareness through personal stories.
- Mental health struggles and finding support during gender transition.
- The importance of allyship and creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals.
- The role of Millennials and Gen Z in advocating for inclusivity and change in the workplace.
- Strategies for businesses to adopt more inclusive practices.
- Personal experiences with discrimination and the journey towards acceptance and belonging.
Connect with our guests:
Belonging Base on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/belonging-base
Danielle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-wood-deib-mhfa
Sophie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-wood-mcipd
Website: https://belongingbase.com
General Support with Mental Health and Well-being
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.
Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/
If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World)
Connect with Al and Leanne
Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork/
Connect with Al on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott/
Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne
Email: Hello@truthliesandwork.com
Book a Call with Al & Leanne: https://oblonghq.com/book/
Released:
Feb 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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