Scottish In-Person Networking: Inclusion in Scotland

Inclusion in Scotland is an in-person event to explore how organisations can create more inclusive workplaces. It brings together professionals, leaders, and advocates responsible for driving change.

Through speaker sessions and roundtable discussions, we will explore real-world approaches to inclusive leadership, recruitment, and culture.

The event is open to both members and non-members.

Event Themes

This roundtable’s topics will include:

• Inclusive Leadership
• Inclusive Recruitment
• Inclusive Cultures
• Managing Differences
• Creating Leadership Buy-In

Speakers

Gillian Carty, Partner and Chair at Shepherd and Wedderburn

Gillian is Chair of Shepherd and Wedderburn and Partner in the commercial disputes practice. Gillian also sponsors the firm’s People Strategy and oversees its diversity, development, and inclusion initiatives.

Kerry Kirk, Diversity & Inclusion Lead at enei

Kerry is an experienced HR and DEI professional with over 30 years expertise. She has worked in both the private and public sectors, holding senior HR roles in retail, telecoms, and education, before a period of self-employment.

In further education, Kerry improved leadership-capability by delivering a development programme that included a competency framework and led an overhaul of their equality impact assessment processes to focus on maximising positive impact with limited resources. She also chaired the sector HR Development Network steering group.

Kerry takes a pragmatic approach and is committed to improving workplace inclusivity.

Format

• Networking
• Guest speakers
• Roundtable discussions

Chatham House Rules will apply to allow for open and constructive discussion.

Refreshments will be served during the networking portion of the event.

We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a valuable and engaging morning.

Please note: Guest information will be shared with Shepherd and Wedderburn for event management purposes.

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