This episode features an insightful conversation between Ishreen and Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga (CBK), Sri Lanka's first female President. In this special mini-series celebrating extraordinary women of Sri Lankan heritage, they discuss gender equity, inclusion, and the systemic changes needed in organisations to ensure fairness at work. CBK shares her personal journey, highlighting the importance of education, skills, confidence, and practical leadership training for women. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights and practical steps for creating a culture of inclusion and equity in the workplace.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The importance of education and skills training for women in leadership positions.

• The need for confidence and self-belief in women to break through barriers in the workplace.

• The significance of implementing laws, regulations, policies and procedures to ensure gender equity and prevent abuse in organisations.

• The value of communication, democratic means, and empathy in leadership to address systemic issues.

• The role of family support, practicality, determination, and resilience in the success of female leaders.

BEST MOMENTS

"I was thrown into it in the circumstances prevailing at the time in my country."

"The rules and regulations have to be there first, the laws that will have to be at the national level."

"I do appreciate this conversation. People normally take me for granted as a woman leader and don't ask, how did you get there?"

"The courage to stick with your decisions, whatever may come, whatever criticism and all that you get, to be convinced that you are right."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

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Website: https://belongingpioneers.com/privilege-research-and-podcast

Email: equitychampions@belongingpioneers.com

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ABOUT THE HOSTS

Ishreen Bradley, a Strategic Pioneer, excels in guiding Professional Leaders through complex challenges with clarity, confidence, and courage. She focuses on cultivating inclusive cultures and authentic leadership, offering senior leaders advice, consultancy, training, and coaching.

Kami Nuttall, a workplace culture expert with over 20 years of experience, delves into governance, risk management, and the human experience in organizations. Trained by the Anti-Discrimination Foundation and a qualified hypnotherapist, she's passionate about fostering psychologically safe, inclusive workplace cultures. Kami champions accountability, believing organizations should prioritize both employees and customers, creating environments grounded in inclusivity and trust.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaminuttall-cultureguru-cultureauditor/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ishreenbradley/

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