The conference will follow the theme selected by the UN for this year’s IWD celebration: “Count Her In: Accelerating Gender Equality Through Economic Empowerment”, recognizing the contribution of women and girls around the world to build a more sustainable future for all.

Find out more details here: https://wasd.org.uk/listing/women-day-2024/

Register for the conference now.

Caribbean women are making a name for themselves!

They’re kicking down doors and breaking through glass ceilings.

However, despite the hard work that they’re putting into their careers, they still continue to face a number of hurdles, especially when it comes to the world of entrepreneurship.

In this panel discussion, three women entrepreneurs working throughout the Caribbean Region — Linda Kondwani Nyirenda (Martinique), Shermalyn Sidonie-John (Saint Lucia) and Karen De Freitas (Saint Vincent & The Grenadines) — will share the experiences that led to their entrepreneurial spirit, their many wins and losses, as well their hopes and dreams for the future.

Watch the replay here!

Despite the increasing representation of Caribbean women in leadership positions throughout the region, we have to admit that Caribbean women are still facing a number of social, political and economic barriers when it comes to achieving gender equity and equality, both in the workplace and in society at large.

In this session with La Fleur Quammie, UN Country Coordination Officer for Saint Vincent & The Grenadines, we will be discussing some of the major issues faced by women living in the region.

Watch the replay here!

Join ERAO SVG on Saturday, 1 April 2023 from 1:00pm - 2:30pm (GMT-4:00) for our free virtual workshop, "Understanding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Caribbean Context", facilitated by Saint Lucian-born Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Consultant, Melanie Jacob.

Watch the replay here!

Event by Lean In | Equity & Sustainability

Emigration is part of life in the Caribbean, with many people either moving abroad or knowing someone who has.

What are some perceptions that Caribbean nationals have about moving abroad, and how do these compare in reality?

In this session we meet with Melanie Jacob who shares her experiences of moving, first within the Caribbean, and then, to Europe.

We discuss the variety of ‘isms that were experienced along the way and strategies of managing them.

Register here!

Over the past few years, a number of European companies and institutions have made great strides when it comes to recruiting and hiring a more diverse workforce, advancing equity in the workplace and building a culture that fosters more inclusivity. However, despite their best efforts, sometimes good intentions don't always lead to the intended impact.

Register here!

Join the Commonwealth Secretariat at our second event in celebration of Black History Month on Wednesday 12th October 2022.

Celebrate with us under the theme for BHM 2022 “Time For Change: Action Not Words.”

Join our webinar which will seek to tackle the stigma around what it means to be an ally and how to integrate allyship into the workplace.

Our keynote speaker, Melanie Jacob (she/her/hers) Inclusive Media Specialist and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant, will explore how allyship can be a catalyst for overcoming the consequences of unconscious biases and unlocking opportunities for people of colour in the workplace.

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In this conversation, Anastasia Kārkliņa Gabriel, Ph.D., a Cultural Brand Strategist at always already // Cultural Insight & Brand Consultancy from New York, USA and Melanie Jacob, a DEI Consultant and Inclusive Media Specialist at Melanie Jacob Consulting based in Paris, France, will dive into questions about “What Makes a DEI expert"?

Join the conversation this Friday 4th Feb 12:00 GMT via this link!

If you care deeply about how your travels impact the lives of local populations, come join this conversation featuring some of the most extraordinary people working for the most innovative sustainable travel companies around today.

Panelists include: Topaz Smith, Jessica Hall Upchurch, Preeti Suri, O’Shannon Burns, Danielle Lewis-Jones and moderator, Melanie Jacob

Watch the replay now: https://youtu.be/v6G4W3dhmKo

At the Wennovate Picnic Forum, Emma-Jayne Broadway and I will be speaking at the 'Creating Equity for Women in Europe' roundtable.

Register here: https://wennovate.tech/agenda/

During this much-needed panel discussion, local experts -- who work with victims and survivors of gender-based violence -- will discuss a number of societal issues that lead to gender-based violence in Saint Lucia, as well as ways in which we, as a society, can fight for change together.

Proudly supporting local change makers

We encourage all attendees to donate to:

1. The Covid-19 Emergency Food Box Program, established by Raise Your Voice Saint Lucia, and

2. United and Strong INC, whose members work tirelessly to support and fight for the rights of members of the LGBTQ+ community. Contact them here to find out how you can donate!

Watch the replay on Youtube!

Join us for an exciting panel discussion with Shani Dhanda, Sophie Jama Malindi and Whitney Simon, where we'll lift the curtain on what it means to really belong in the European workplace and what organizations can do to drive real change.

Proudly supporting the Mwasi Collectif

We are proud supporters of the Mwasi Collectif and encourage all attendees to donate to the collective to fund therapy sessions for Black women living in Paris who are survivors of sexual violence. You can donate directly to them here.

Event organized by: Sandra Camacho, Daniela Felletti and Melanie Jacob

Register for the event here: https://bit.ly/3uJwmSY

Kapsule #5

Comment faire, dans nos quotidiens professionnels pour devenir un.e véritable allié.e des personnes minorisées ?

Une question cruciale sur laquelle deux consultantes en diversité et inclusivité, Selma Sardouk et Melanie Jacob viendront nous éclairer !

En savoir plus: https://bit.ly/2Pqpzhl

It's time to call out the harm that ‘window dressing’ can cause.

Womxn are not your props!

Panelists include: Melanie Jacob, Rehana Nanji, Emma-Jayne Broadway, and Krishna Gandhi.

Catch the replay: https://youtu.be/5-0cVW8HSRQ

Living in Europe while Black, Brown or a POC means that you are used to others gaslighting your lived experiences since colourblindness is the norm. This is why we decided to come together to talk about our experiences as Black women in DEI in Europe.

Watch the Replay now: https://bit.ly/europediv

Be inspired as we explore diversity, celebrate sisterhood, and raise money in support of Breakfast Clubs Against Racism!

#ChooseToChallenge

Sign up and Donate via Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3pZYk9E

For more information visit www.inclucive.co.uk/events