Our 2022 compilation highlights the most extensive array of Best Workplaces™ for Women ever acknowledged in the UK. These companies dedicate significant efforts to combat discrimination, promote equitable access and progression for everyone, and cultivate a culture of significance and empowerment among their employees Download the report find out how the UK’s Best Workplaces™️ […]
Diversity and inclusion expert, Binna Kandola, found his passion for the subject through personal encounters. His journey commenced during a Christmas gathering at a local pub with a close friend, shortly after completing his studies at the University of Sheffield. As they shared stories and caught up, his friend disclosed experiences of racial discrimination […]
Binna Kandola is a professor, business psychologist, senior partner, and co-founder of Pearn Kandola. Throughout his extensive 35-year career, he has undertaken a diverse range of projects for clients in the public and private sectors, spanning the UK and international locations. In addition to his leadership role within the practice, he has authored 10 […]
Jonathan Taylor, a consultant at Pearn Kandola, emphasizes the importance of employers taking proactive steps to address their employees’ needs. The responsibility shouldn’t solely rest on employees to approach their managers for assistance. For individuals living with a disability or a chronic health condition, employers are legally mandated to offer extra support in the […]
The racism allegations brought forth by Azeem Rafiq against present and past members of Yorkshire County Cricket Club are profoundly concerning. Equally disconcerting are the anti-Semitic tweets posted by Rafiq a decade ago, which have recently come to light. Both of these disclosures cast a glaring spotlight on the pervasive issue of contemporary racism […]
A recent poll conducted by Pearn Kandola revealed that 40% disabled employees are not receiving the necessary reasonable adjustments from their employers. The survey, encompassing 400 workers, indicated that 27% of individuals who had disclosed their disability to their employer reported not receiving the required adjustments. This figure rose to 59% among those who […]
Embracing New Experiences in 2022: Here’s Why It’s a Smart Move… The Role of Novelty and Variety: The importance of novelty and variety cannot be overstated when it comes to our motivation, energy levels, and overall well-being. Unfortunately, many of us have experienced a significant lack of these essential elements over the past two […]
Amid the surge of the Omicron variant, which has left countless individuals unwell and in isolation, we find ourselves once more in a state of ‘lockdown limbo.’ While formal restrictions remain limited, with the main advice being to work from home, we are not yet officially in lockdown. Nonetheless, we are encouraged to exercise […]
The presence of bias is a shared human experience that demands recognition. Even though most individuals would refrain from labeling themselves as racist or sexist, it’s crucial to grasp that we are not immune to the influence of prejudice. Stereotypes become imprinted in our minds over time, shaped by our environment, media exposure, social […]
This week, professional cricketer Azeem Rafiq disclosed that a former teammate frequently referred to him with a derogatory term. Surprisingly, the player who used this language initially faced no disciplinary measures, as Yorkshire County Cricket Club characterized the incidents as ‘friendly banter.’ They reportedly added: ‘The Panel does not accept that Azeem was offended […]