When we consider change, it is rarely about supporting structures or effective strategies – it is often about ideologies and, quickly, about attitudes, values and behaviours. My latest video trilogy shows how we can shape the future together. (German article)
Insights instead of ideologies: While many current debates are politically polarising, a rational look at value creation and success factors takes us further. This summer, ten analyses have generated the cornerstones for a new “MasterPlan Economic Performance”.
Since the 80th European Forum Alpbach (#EFA25) successfully discussed Europe’s future, we contribute a series of analyses at the interface of business, politics and society – describing a European Future Compass as a consolidated result.
Once considered the opposite of diversity, Rotary now embraces DE&I. In this context, Michael Stuber’s guest lecture sparked new questions about relevance, resilience and the future of inclusive leadership.
DE&I work can sometimes be summarised as ‘we celebrate minorities and blame others for the slow pace of change’. While it feels good and fuels belonging, the critical way to comment and demand progress does not seem to enlist support from those we want to win.
Faced with a crises, people and systems tend to focus on what they truly care about. This, however, assumes that a deeper purpose exists in the first place and is shared. D&I can offer a strong shared purpose – if it goes beyond numbers and initiatives.
In its employee magazine retorte, Cilag AG – part of Janssen Pharmaceutical of Johnson & Johnson – shared insights into its approach to tackling unconscious biases. The report highlights how holistic training helped to make hidden stereotypes visible and improve collaboration across all levels.
The dynamics of fun parks are based on physical challenge and all kinds of visual or auditive impressions. Did you ever think about how people with a disability can enjoy the rides? Now, you can even try it.
As a D&I supporter, you might sometimes feel that existing inequities are first world problems. Admittedly, some gaps appear larger and some seem to be closing – but is there still an urgent need to continue with D&I beyond the business case? Two examples will reconfirm your commitment – from Bolivia and Russia.
While the Internet jokes about seemingly silly populist media statements, the successes of simplistic, fact-free campaigns continue to horrify experts, including D&I stakeholders. However, the impact of accelerating post-truth dynamics on D&I is largely underestimated as is the responsibility of Media and ourselves.
