EDI WORKSHOP EVENT by Anthony Ogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7 Developing EDI Solutions through Active Collaboration & Co-creation. en-us 2023-08-16 07:50:41 UTC 2023-08-24 12:23:27 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/2046510009/537f1fb7a5c13b3a049deb8e8176c1df/NTU.jpg expression of voice in a group due to imbalance in gender https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664608691 2023-08-17 11:09:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664608691 https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664609261 the effort and initiatives by organisation are not creating real impact to the intended recipients]]> 2023-08-17 11:09:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664609261 lacked of confidence to recruit from the organisation perspectives, and lacked of network between the students to connect to the organisations https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664610010 2023-08-17 11:10:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664610010 lacked of confidence of the ability of diverse population to deliver the work to meet the expectations https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664610855 2023-08-17 11:11:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664610855 Lack of inclusive framework/mould e.g. PPE hardhats challenges with braided hair mostly Afro-Caribbean backgrounds. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664611528 2023-08-17 11:12:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664611528 pre-conception from both parties (the recruiter and the applicant) to make the genuine effort to make positive step and meeting the common ground https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664612068 2023-08-17 11:13:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664612068 Industry-Specific Standards https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664613370 One of the EDI'S biggest challenge will be adapting to the industries standard which is one of the strong bases for non-recruitment of minority groups who might not be adapted to the unique standard ]]> 2023-08-17 11:15:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664613370 nature of construction industry - small and medium - actual recruitment of the diverse applicants to accept the job https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614363 2023-08-17 11:17:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614363 Adoption and Training https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614467 EDI implementation requires organizations to adapt their workflows and train their staff on using the new system. Resistance to change and the need for comprehensive training can slow down the adoption process]]> 2023-08-17 11:17:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614467 Policy change on visa and immigration status https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614547 2023-08-17 11:17:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614547 Understanding the culture, language and accent https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614554 Example: something which is polite in one culture might be offensive for others]]> 2023-08-17 11:17:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614554 Everybody is born and bred differently https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614882 2023-08-17 11:18:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664614882 Confidence barrier felt by the applicant https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615070 2023-08-17 11:19:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615070 unconscious bias by the organisation https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615297 2023-08-17 11:19:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615297 Nature & evolution of the construction industry. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615475 2023-08-17 11:19:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615475 Slow acceptance to change. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615609 2023-08-17 11:20:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615609 medium and small companies - 75% of UK organisations - culture change in these organisation https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615621 2023-08-17 11:20:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615621 the nature of the firms - are family owned, or locally owned - not culturally diversified https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615862 2023-08-17 11:20:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664615862 Orthodox in adapting to new technology https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664616142 Example: Software industry had changed drastically after COVID, while constrution is slow in adapting]]> 2023-08-17 11:21:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664616142 Different standards and rules of practice in different countries/regions https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664616582 2023-08-17 11:22:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664616582 Living cost in London- where big organisations who have capacity to hire more diverse graduates https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664616758 2023-08-17 11:22:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664616758 Gender discrimination to enter the market, to retain and to have promotion https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664617751 2023-08-17 11:24:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664617751 Elitist and exclusive nature - especially at top levels. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664617882 2023-08-17 11:24:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664617882 racial discrimination to enter the market, retain and promote https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664618359 2023-08-17 11:25:42 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664618359 People in higher positions in the companies (eg. directors/ sr. managers) are not from diverse background https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664618682 2023-08-17 11:26:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664618682 Lifestyle changes to meet pressure set by the organisation https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664619369 2023-08-17 11:27:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664619369 lifestyle changes can have the effect because of the personal choices https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664620782 2023-08-17 11:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664620782 the organisation needs to be more flexible to understand people personal needs for their cultural needs https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664621272 2023-08-17 11:30:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664621272 The perception that certain people are considered insiders and other outsiders anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664621342 2023-08-17 11:30:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664621342 Prejudiced Recruitment Criteria https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664621456 The Recruitment Criteria give requirements which are not feasible for minority individuals]]> 2023-08-17 11:31:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664621456 the voice of an insider is valued more than an outsider https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664621928 Example: To solve a problem, if the comment comes from the native person, it is valued more than a comment from an outside person. ]]> 2023-08-17 11:32:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664621928 Lacked of visible role model from diverse background https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664624789 2023-08-17 11:38:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664624789 more diverse models with actual actions power to make change https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664625134 2023-08-17 11:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664625134 Lacked of participation to represent local populations to be part of EDI communities https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664625849 2023-08-17 11:40:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664625849 EDI Programs without intersectionality of characteristics https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626001 Some EDI programs do not take into account the intersectional characteristics of individuals who have two or more factors which increases the challenges within the industry]]> 2023-08-17 11:40:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626001 Things outside the control of under-represented groups, consistently affecting them. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626151 2023-08-17 11:40:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626151 opinions of less experienced individual if not valued/looked down in a senior collegues meeting https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626380 2023-08-17 11:41:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626380 The circle of sound impact made by the initiatives https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626438 2023-08-17 11:41:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626438 to include more representatives who are not EDI within the same groups of people https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626848 2023-08-17 11:41:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664626848 Industry stagnation - low productivity and output. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664627213 2023-08-17 11:42:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664627213 Reflection of wider society? anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664627399 2023-08-17 11:43:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664627399 to create more awareness that EDI is not all about race and gender, but it is also about inclusivity of differences of everyone: disabilities, religions, social economic background, age, power structure in organisation https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664627544 2023-08-17 11:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664627544 no innovation due to lack of adapting to new ideas/opinions https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664627955 2023-08-17 11:44:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664627955 awareness of EDI not just about race and gender, but also about acknowledging everyone's differences https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664628030 2023-08-17 11:44:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664628030 Vicious circle. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664628214 2023-08-17 11:44:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664628214 Negative impact on the Mental Health https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664628424 The industries EDI challenges will cause great negative impacts such as suicide or depression for the individuals or group affected.]]> 2023-08-17 11:44:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664628424 Industry image problem. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664628639 2023-08-17 11:45:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664628639 Culture https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664629017 Low cultural awareness among the industry which has a negative effect on international collaboration

]]> 2023-08-17 11:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664629017 developing the actual metrics of competency and implementation in recruitment https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664629472 2023-08-17 11:46:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664629472 AI in recruitment are developed based on other metrics that could not be meet by diverse population criteria https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664630345 2023-08-17 11:48:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664630345 to create an AI that meet the EDI principles and intersectionality to acknowledge the diversity of recruitment process https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664630600 2023-08-17 11:48:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664630600 Joined up thinking. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664631211 2023-08-17 11:50:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664631211 the prejudices which comes with certain terminology https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664631366 Example: Civil engr. is not neccessirily all about steel and being on-site all the time]]> 2023-08-17 11:50:42 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664631366 Policy to Implement Quota for underrepresented Groups https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664631784 2023-08-17 11:51:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664631784 Create integration pathways for under-represented groups. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664632406 2023-08-17 11:51:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664632406 re-educate https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664632797 keep polishing the skills, learn about new cultures and adapt to new ideas ]]> 2023-08-17 11:52:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664632797 Consider conversion courses/programmes for international candidates. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664633231 2023-08-17 11:52:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664633231 EDI programs at Grass roots level https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664633326 2023-08-17 11:52:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664633326 Remove unconscious biases. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664633805 2023-08-17 11:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664633805 Cultural Awareness Events - Showcasing different cultures and Values https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664633875 2023-08-17 11:53:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664633875 value the uniqueness https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664634038 SWOT analyse yourself and confident address what you can bring to the organisation]]> 2023-08-17 11:53:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664634038 Inclusive policies. anthonyogbuokiri https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664634422 2023-08-17 11:54:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664634422 Add strict criteria in procurements https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664635555 ex. when tendering out a project, have a strict clause which only allows companies with EDI to participate]]> 2023-08-17 11:56:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664635555 Issues with adapting and conformity https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664641897 2023-08-17 12:07:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664641897 Being open-minded and respect the new culture https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664643766 Ex. may companies have same expectations from all employees and do not understand that not all employees have same capabilities.]]> 2023-08-17 12:10:02 UTC https://padlet.com/ogbuokirianthony/rjejm1yukawbboq7/wish/2664643766