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Easing Gender Transitioning Employees, Part II: Preparing Their Peers
Inclusive workplaces are a team effort in LGBT allyship By taking on the task of (re)introducing concepts like gender transition, gender identity, and gender expression in a general way, managers can take some of the burden of educating others off…
Nurturing Inclusive Wellness for All
Understanding the Intersection of Mental Health and Size Inclusivity for the Wellness Industry There are many links between mental wellness and physical wellness: feeling good in your body can boost your mental health, and vice versa. Consider the effect of…
Easing Gender Transitioning Employees, Part I: First Step Tips for Supervisors and Managers
An introductory guide to ensuring an inclusive workplace for team members in gender transition So you have a team member whose gender identity is changing, and you want to support them while at work. If you are feeling uncertain about…
Training Your Spa Team for Inclusive Wellness: Essential Dos and Don’ts
How diversity and inclusion training can build teams for inclusive wellness In any successful business or organization, your staff are your best brand ambassadors. They are the main touchpoint between your business and your client, and will have the most…
LGBT Allyship: The Power of Personal Pronouns
Discover the importance of LGBT allyship in reducing discrimination and harassment for gender diverse people in the workplace. Imagine someone forgot your name and called you something else, deliberately or not. How did it make you feel? We guess it…
How to Talk About Bodies — Neutrally!
From positivity to neutrality, expand on how we talk about body diversity “Body Positivity” is a popular term (and hashtag) on social media, encouraging people worldwide to celebrate their bodies and how they appear, no matter how they appear. The…
Achieve Workplace Inclusion: Boost Your Business with a DEI Audit
In the ever-evolving world of business, innovation and growth are the heartbeat of success. Whether you’re in manufacturing, retail, or any other sector, in today’s landscape, the challenges of attracting diverse talent and fostering workplace inclusion are ever-present. As a…
The Challenge of Inclusive Marketing: Addressing Size Bias in Stock Imagery
A person relaxing on the beach, letting the sun shine on their skin while on vacation on a poster at a travel agency. The photo on the local coffee shop’s Instagram page, of a guest drinking from a mug. The…
Unlocking the Power of A Diversity Calendar: A Guide to Genuine Inclusion
January means resolutions and goal-setting for most people, but for organizations it’s a great time to think about the calendar and how to use it to build an inclusive workplace. In the ever-evolving landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI),…
Three Easy Ways to Make Your Spa More Size-Inclusive
Spa business planning to combat weight stigma While dismantling fatphobia and negative bias is complex and requires work, it doesn’t all need to be overly complex! We’ve compiled a list of relatively easy steps to take, to start your journey…
The Business Case for Size-Inclusive Spas
Why embracing fat-inclusive wellness will boost your business When considering inclusivity in your spa, what comes to mind first? Perhaps you think of wheelchair ramps, gender-neutral washrooms, or even LGBTQ pride flags posted on your door. But have you ever…
Reflections from a Barber: The Prevalence of DEI in the Hair Industry
Step into the vibrant world of the hair industry, where every snip and clip tells a story of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The aroma of Clippercide disinfectant fills the air, catching the early morning light in its path. Every Barber…