Leading in the midst of the UK August 2024 Race Riots – Aug 2024
Leading in the midst of the UK August 2024 Race Riots – Aug 2024 The past week has been a tough time for Black and Brown people in the UK. Violent and Islamophobic riots have taken place across the country, leaving many people feeling stressed, scared, anxious, and confused about how to feel or respond. Leadership teams and People teams are striving to do the right thing by their teams and are seeking guidance on how to navigate this challenging period. It’s a tough time for everyone, and we need to come together with empathy and understanding. This conversation will hold space for us to reflect on the current situation, acknowledge our feelings, and discuss actionable steps leaders and people managers should take to protect the wellbeing and safety of their teams. We will also provide tips for individuals directly targeted by these events. Please join us and share your experiences, ideas, and expertise. Join us here on LinkedIn Live, Wednesday 7th August, 1pm-1.45pm Outline1. Introductions2. Holding space, acknowledging feelings, personal reflections3. How leaders and managers should respond-4. Managerial and peer support for Black and Brown people5. Engaging the whole organisation. Love Read on Linkedin About the author Aggie Yemurai Mutuma is a multi-award-winning leadership coach, speaker, and workplace culture strategist with expertise in workplace culture and strategy. She blends her engaging and authentic approach with her deep experience in leading organisations to empower individual, team, and organisational transformations.