Being part of the Scotland Changemakers community, supported by The Hunters Foundation, has taught me that true social transformation happens when people with lived experience come together with shared purpose and determination. 

The people deciding funding allocations must be represented by individuals with diverse experiences, thoughts, and backgrounds. 

This ensures that decision-making is inclusive and reflective of the communities being served. Without this diversity of perspective, funding risks being allocated based on biases or limited understanding of the true needs and barriers faced by under-represented groups

Even as I write this, I know that a single post cannot capture all the nuances. I would have made this into a video if I wasn't nursing a cold. However, as an advocate for equity, I struggle to ignore opportunities to encourage funders to move beyond token gestures and ensure funding truly supports the diversity it claims to champion.

In the UK, we are not immune. Though we may experience this shift in more insidious ways at first, history shows us that divisive attitudes can infiltrate society slowly and subtly. This “drip, drip” effect can erode the very foundation of inclusivity if we’re not vigilant.

Alongside this guide, I’m excited to introduce the pRESPECT VP and Rate Calculator, a tool my team specifically created to take the stress out of pricing. We've been where you are—unsure how to price services in a way that reflects our expertise while still feeling fair. This calculator simplifies the process so you can focus on delivering the incredible value you’re known for.

But I also want to be transparent—bringing this work to life has had its challenges. While there is a growing recognition of the need to address issues of racism and equity, getting organisations to invest in these initiatives can be difficult. I’ve often been asked to provide my expertise for free, which, as much as I’m passionate about this work, is not sustainable. Just as you would never expect a professional like a plumber to solve your problem without fair compensation, those of us who work in the DEI space deserve the same respect for our skills and time.

How a Growth Mindset Helped Me Pivot My Business During the Pandemic—and How You Can Start Building Yours Today

This weekend was heartbreaking and scary for parts of our cities in the UK. The media, partly responsible, called it a protest or riot instead of what it was: a small, well-planned act of targeted racism and Islamophobia. We can't challenge it if we don't call it what it is. Use these four steps to support your staff and community impacted by the riots.

As a Black woman in business, I constantly face the frustrating reality of ‘exposure’ payment requests. These often come from organisations that claim to champion gender equality and racial equity. It's disheartening to see these organisations we (collective we)  support in their efforts to dismantle inequality, turn around and ask for my expertise without fair compensation.

I had the honour of contributing to two profoundly impactful events. My journey began at the Scottish Growth Summit. I was privileged to share the stage with a panel of phenomenal women in business and entrepreneurship: Mhairi Duncan, Professor Eleanor Shaw OBE, Sheila Hogan, and Alice Thompson. Reflection on inclusive events, voices, vision and the power of women support women to thrive.

The recent incident involving Dana Brownlee on LinkedIn, where she faced blatant racism and received inadequate support from the platform's Trust and Safety team, has brought to light a critical issue in our professional and online communities. As an antiracism educator and career development coach, I believe this is a pivotal moment to discuss the importance of consistent and committed allyship in combating systemic racism, especially in professional environments, particularly when such experiences and lack of support are vividly exposed.