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6 WAYS EMPLOYERS CAN SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE
In today’s fast-paced work environment, mental health is often an overlooked priority. But with poor mental health leading to decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and higher turnover, it’s clear that businesses must do more than offer surface-level solutions. Our latest post dives into six ways employers can create a more inclusive, proactive approach to supporting their team's mental well-being.
What role does the creative industries play in advancing societal change and challenging systemic inequality?
After speaking on a panel about the role of creative industries in promoting societal change, I’ve had more thoughts. The challenges we face—racial tensions, budget cuts to the arts, cost-of-living crises, global atrocities, and even the devastating impact of fast fashion—are not isolated. They're interconnected.
HOW DID BLACK HISTORY MONTH START IN THE UK?
October is Black History Month in the UK, a time to honour Black heritage and amplify voices that have been overlooked. This year's theme, "Reclaiming Narratives," urges us to challenge stereotypes and celebrate untold stories. By embracing diversity and inclusion in the workplace, we can create a culture where everyone thrives.
YOU’VE GOT TO WATCH ‘GIRLS WILL BE GIRLS’
Shuchi Talati's award-winnning coming-of-age feature 'Girls We Be Girls' is a nuanced look at the complexities of navigating young romance, attraction and the pressure to live up to expectations. With beautiful performances by Preeti Panigrahi, Kani Kusruti and Kesav Binoy Kiran, this is a must-watch.
Why 'The Queen Of My Dreams' Should Be on Your Watchlist
Fawzia Mirza's visually stunning, genre-hopping, time-traveling debut feature stands out. This semi-autobiographical film, set across Karachi and Toronto, brings together themes of grief, love, loss, religion, sexuality, and the complex dynamics of a mother-daughter relationship. Yet, despite its weighty subject matter, it carries a warmth and lightness that will surprise you.
Salary Transparency in Job Listings: What Employers Need to Know and Why It Matters
We want to help you understand the value of pay transparency in job listings and shed light on things employers need to consider when thinking about salary transparency.
How to spot a positive work environment
In our recent blog post, we looked at signs of a toxic workplace. But if you’re interviewing or ready to look for a new role, what signs point to a workplace that cultivates a positive and happy work environment? Here’s the bare minimum everyone deserves at work...
9 signs of a toxic work environment
A toxic workplace isn’t just an environment which can affect your career. It can have a significant negative impact on your mental health too. And often, this can even manifest as physical symptoms. Here are nine red flags that are signs of a toxic workplace to watch out for.
6 Steps to Address a Weak Workplace Response to the U.K. Riots
In the wake of last week’s UK riots, it’s clear where workplaces stand on their DEI commitments made during the 2020 Black Lives Matter movement. While some have made progress, others reveal their promises may have been empty.
Free Online Wellness Classes to Support Communities Facing Racism
OTHER BOX is partnering with UNEARTHED to provide you with over 300 classes in movement, breathwork and meditation to help support our community’s wellbeing in light of last week's events.
U.K. Riots: how leaders can step up and take action
With the ongoing extreme racial and fascist riots across the U.K., including today's planned disturbances in London, this is far from a 'business as usual' situation. Business Owners, Managers, Community and Network Leaders–This is your time to step up.
Supporting Employees of Colour During the UK Riots: 10 Key Actions for Employers
We got to this point due to decades of abuse of misinformation and disinformation about colonialism, the British Empire, immigration, and the demonisation of Islam, all leading to the dehumanisation of Black and Brown people throughout British history.