The inclusion in Awards return for a third year!
Tuesday 10 February, 2:00pm to 2:30pm
Bitesize Masterclass
Race Equality Week, Change needs all of us
This masterclass explores the significance of race equality focusing on why it matters and how everyone can play an active role in driving positive change. The session offers practical strategies to foster inclusion, challenge bias, and build teams where all voices are valued and respected. Learn how to create a culture where practical race equality is embraced.
Thursday 12 February, 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Webinar
Mental Health Awareness: Raising awareness and understanding of how workplaces can support employees struggling with their mental health
Join us for a session led by sector speakers who will offer their insights and share experiences on supporting mental health in the workplace. This webinar will provide practical guidance and real-life stories to inspire open dialogue and greater understanding. Whether you are seeking ways to help colleagues or improve your own wellbeing at work.
Thursday 12 March, 2:30pm to 3:00pm
Bitesize Masterclass
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
This masterclass will provide an understanding of neurodiversity in the workplace, highlighting its value and the benefits of embracing different ways of thinking and working. The masterclass offers actionable steps to include neurodiverse colleagues and remove barriers to workplace participation. Discover how to recognise neurodiversity as a strength where everyone can thrive.
Thursday 16 March, 2:00pm to 6:00pm
In-person Birmingham
Regional HR Conference
Bringing together leaders from across Hospitality, Travel, Leisure and Retail for an inspiring session designed to spark open conversation and meaningful connection.
Monday 23 March, 2:30pm to 3:00pm
Bitesize Masterclass
Inclusive Meritocracy
What does inclusive meritocracy mean in practice, and how can it be achieved? In this masterclass, you will gain and introduction into balancing fairness, opportunity, and inclusion in team development and progression. The session provides insight we can harmonise merit and inclusion that are often set as competitors to one another.
Tuesday 21 April, 1:00pm to 1:30pm
Bitesize Masterclass
Inclusive Support Before, During and After Parental Leave
How an employee is treated around parental leave shapes retention, progression, and trust. This bitesize masterclass, aimed at line managers, leaders and HR professionals, will explore best practice behaviours to support new parents, and how to have confident, respectful conversations before, during and after parental leave.
Thursday 30 April, 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Webinar
Ethics of AI and Inclusion
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more embedded in workplace decision-making, questions of ethics and inclusion are more important than ever. This webinar explores the ethical considerations behind AI design and deployment, the impact on fairness, accessibility, and opportunity, and the role leaders and practitioners play in ensuring AI works for everyone.
Wednesday 6 May, 2:00pm to 2:30pm
Bitesize Masterclass
Accessible Communication in the Workplace
Accessible communication isn’t about disability alone - it benefits everyone. This bitesize masterclass will help you understand what accessible communication actually means and provide simple, practical techniques to make emails, meetings, and documents more easy to understand, access and engage with.
Tuesday 12 May, 11:30pm to 12:00 noon
Bitesize Masterclass
Understanding Team Development: The Journey From Start to Strength
This bitesize masterclass introduces Bruce Tuckman’s Forming, Storming, Norming and Performing model, giving you a practical way to understand how teams develop, identify where your team is at today, and the behaviours that help teams thrive at each stage.
Monday 18 May, 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Webinar
Inclusion Beyond the Workplace: Suppliers, Stakeholders and Society
Inclusion doesn’t start or end at the office door. Employers have a unique opportunity to influence broader society, industries, communities, and social norms; extending inclusion beyond the workplace and driving meaningful change in the world around them. Join WiHTL & DiR Member organisations who will share how they extend inclusion efforts beyond internal policies, understand the wider impact of their actions, and discover practical strategies for driving positive change both within and outside their workplace.
Tuesday 2 June, 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Webinar
Applying Intersectionality to Your Inclusion Strategy
Creating an inclusive workplace requires understanding how identities intersect and influence employee experiences. Join this webinar led by sector speakers who will offer their insights and practical guidance on applying an intersectional approach to inclusion initiatives, policies, and everyday workplace practices.
Tuesday 18 June, 2:00pm to 2:30pm
Bitesize Masterclass
Implementing Everyday Inclusion
Inclusion shouldn't just be a company value, but a visible, everyday behaviour. This bitesize masterclass will help you recognise the inclusion moments that matter in your everyday work and how to implement small but meaningful actions.
Tuesday 3 November - Daytime
In-person ticketed event
The 2026 Inclusion Summit
Tickets to be released soon
Tuesday 3 November - Evening
Ticketed event
The 2026 inclusion in Awards
"The Diversity in Retail webinars are a great learning resource. They are a brilliant way of connecting with people in the industry. Everyone that is part of the conversation is there to make positive change and this platform has allowed that open conversation."
LGBT+ History Month webinar attendee