Are we doing EDI right – or just going through the motions?

In this powerful follow-up episode, Toby Mildon is joined by Poornima Luthra, Associate Professor at Copenhagen Business School and thought leader on inclusive leadership. They explore the growing backlash against Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), especially in light of shifting US policies, and what it means for leaders navigating this complex terrain.

Poornima shares insights from her upcoming book “Can I Say That?”, outlining the five key fears that stall EDI progress: fear of change, fear of saying the wrong thing, fear of being marginalised, discomfort with difficult conversations, and the fear of making no progress.

Key takeaways include:

• The importance of stealth inclusion when public support wanes
• How to make EDI work systemic, not symbolic
• Strategies for handling resistance from senior leaders
• Tips for emotional resilience when doing EDI work

Guest highlight:
Poornima brings both academic rigour and lived experience to the conversation, making her one of the most compelling voices in EDI today.

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