Our Events
We hold a range of events throughout the year, from face to face meetings, Roundtable and Chatham House rules to networking, webinars and our annual event.
These events focus on a variety of topical diversity and inclusion issues and themes. In so doing, they provide our members with the practical information and the inspiration they need to drive the D&I agenda forward – both within their own organisations and across the industry at large.
We partner with many different organisations to deliver these keynote events. Do you know a speaker who can inspire and engage? Do you have a venue where we can host an event? Or is there a diversity and inclusion topic that you’d like to learn more about? If so, please let us know at [email protected]
Please see below for a list of upcoming Diversity Project events and sign up or watch on demand.
Upcoming Events
Parenting Horizons Speaker Series
26/04/2024
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our Parenting Horizons Speaker Series. In 2024, the Diversity Project will collaborate ...
Annual Events
A wealth of essential D&I content is produced in support of Diversity Project events throughout the year. Have a browse, find what’s most relevant to your diversity agenda and feel free to share within your organisation. If you’d like to recommend a keynote speaker or suggest a topic you’d like to see addressed at our next annual event, please let us know at [email protected]
#WhatWorks: The Diversity Project’s Annual Event - 17/11/2023
#ImpactThruInclusion: The Diversity Project’s Annual Event - 28/11/2022
#Reset4Inclusion: Diversity Project Annual Event - 24/11/2021
#Time4Inclusion – BuildBackBetter: Diversity Project Annual Event - 13/11/2020
#Time2Deliver: Diversity Project Annual Event - 02/10/2019
#ActionNotWords: Diversity Project Annual Event - 04/09/2018
#BuildingMomentum: Diversity Project Annual Event - 18/09/2017
Member Quotes
Catch up on past events
Don’t worry if you miss an event – most are recorded, so you can catch up on this website at a time to suit you. With a wide variety of D&I themes and topics to choose from, there’s plenty to engage and inspire.
Neurodiversity – Empowering Yourself in the Workplace
22/03/2024
In celebration of Neurodiversity Celebration Week we are hosting our virtual trusted and welcoming space panel session again this year ...
Elevate the Workplace through neurodiversity
19/03/2024
Join us for a dynamic Neurodiversity Celebration Week event, brought to you by the Diversity Project in partnership with GAIN (...
International Women’s Day 2024 – #InspireInclusion4All
08/03/2024
Registration is now closed. ...
Fertility Matters at work…and here’s why
29/02/2024
Fertility Matters at work…and here’s why – Virtual – 29th February 2024 – 12:30pm In 2024, the Diversity Project will collaborate with experts ...
Understanding Domestic Abuse: Recognising the signs and how to help
07/02/2024
Did you know that is estimated that 2.1 million people (aged 16 and over) experienced domestic abuse in the year ending March 2023 ...
International Men’s Day Webinar
22/11/2023
This International Men’s Day, we’re hosting a panel discussion with industry experts. The International theme is ‘Zero Male ...
#WhatWorks Speakers
17/11/2023
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#WhatWorks: The Diversity Project’s Annual Event
17/11/2023
This year, over 650 delegates joined us for the Diversity Project’s #WhatWorks Annual Event on Friday, November 17th (14:30-17:00), which ...
FT Live Future of Asset Management Europe
14/11/2023
The Diversity Project are delighted to partner with the Financial Times for their event FT Future of Asset Management Europe ...
Trends in Neurodiversity – Discussing the findings of the Diversity Project’s annual Neurodiversity Survey
23/10/2023
Please join the author of the Diversity Project’s Neurodiversity Survey, Ian Iceton, in conversation with Vic Mazonas from GAIN (...
#TALKABOUTBLACK BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023 JOIN THE DEBATE: Does being from a minority background influence hiring decisions and career progression more than merit?
19/10/2023
#TALKABOUTBLACK BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023 JOIN THE DEBATE: Does being from a minority background influence hiring decisions and career progression more ...
Workplace Menopause Unmuted
17/10/2023
Did you know that menopause affects 51% of the population? In order to retain talent, employers must educate themselves and their ...
Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) in Leadership Conference – Westminster Insight Event
16/10/2023
The Diversity Project will be participating at Westminster Insight’s Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) in Leadership Conference. This ...
Demystifying Disability Confident: Practical ways forward
10/10/2023
Demystifying Disability Confident: Practical ways forward Join this informative hybrid event with diversity leaders as we discuss the Disability Confident ...
New ways of working and its impact on inclusion
28/09/2023
Join us on the 28th of September 2023 between 13:40-17:00 for our event, ‘New ways of working and its impact on ...
Ethnic Diversity and Inclusion in the Financial Services Summit – in partnership with City & Financial Global
27/09/2023
We are proud to partner with City & Financial Global for the next edition of the Ethnic Diversity and Inclusion ...
Moving the dial on ethnic representation at senior levels in our industry
21/09/2023
We are delighted to invite you to the Diversity Project’s Race and Ethnicity workstream event, ‘Moving the dial on ...
Pathway programme 2024 – opportunity for CANDIDATES to find out more
07/08/2023
We are giving the opportunity to any women interested in participating in the Pathway programme in 2024 to come and ask ...
Together with Pride 2023 in partnership with LGBT Great
01/07/2023
We’re delighted to announce that this Pride, we’ll be partnering with LGBT Great for their event Together with ...
Webinar to answer your questions about Safe Space
22/06/2023
Join us at 10am on the 22nd of June to answer your questions about our Safe Space initiative. Do you ...
Unsung Heroes: Supporting the Invisible Workforce of Employee Carers
08/06/2023
Are you aware that 1 in 7 employees in the UK are also carers? Balancing work and caring responsibilities can be challenging, ...
Mental Health in the Workplace – how companies are driving change
15/05/2023
To coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week, we held an event for exciting launch event for this report. The Diversity ...
Menopause Legislation
27/04/2023
Join Ruby Dinsmore, Partner (Employment Law), Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP, on 27th April 12.30pm to 13.30pm for a webinar on ‘...
Working Families Webinar – Parental Policies
19/04/2023
The results* of the DP Maternity and Paternity Leave survey are in! Watch this webinar to see what the interim ...
EnCircle Mentoring In-Person Event (in association with State Street Global Advisors)
23/03/2023
The Value of Sponsorship In The WorkplaceSpeak to any successful person, and they will tell you that one of ...
Neurodiversity Roundtable: Empowering Yourself in the Workplace
16/03/2023
Topic – Empowering Yourself in the Workplace, March 16, 2023 11:00 AM Open to all with an interest Neurodiversity in the Workplace An opportunity ...
Neurodiversity Celebration Week – How you can make a difference on neuroinclusion
14/03/2023
Best practice for executives, managers and HR professionals. Making our workplaces neuroinclusive could provide significant benefits for companies, managers and ...
International Women’s Day event in collaboration with Citywire: ‘A woman’s career journey in investment’.
08/03/2023
This International Women’s Day, Citywire has partnered with The Diversity Project to celebrate women’s achievements. Tune in for ...
Potential Over polish Speaker Series
01/03/2023
We are very pleased to announce the launch of our #PotentialOverpolish speaker series. Over the next few months we will ...
Diversity Project Cross-Company Returner Programme Insight Event 2023
12/01/2023
An online event to find out about the opportunities and support available on the Diversity Project Cross-Company Returner Programme 2023 Date: 12...
#ImpactThruInclusion: The Diversity Project’s Annual Event
28/11/2022
We will be focusing on creating more impact through our collective efforts to create a more inclusive industry. With nearly 100 ...
The Fund HR, Talent & Inclusion Forum
17/11/2022
The Fund HR, Talent & Inclusion Forum takes place in London on 17th November as part of the wider Fund ...
#TalkAboutBlack – Black History Month Event: Black History, Black Present, Black Future
31/10/2022
To get to a better tomorrow, we can’t just focus on the past. Join the #TalkAboutBlack community of professionals ...
#embRACEyourcareer
20/10/2022
The #embRACEyourcareer campaign launched by the Race and Ethnicity workstream features an insightful series of eight impactful conversations regarding Career ...
The Diversity Project’s Menopause Pledge
18/10/2022
The Diversity Project is very pleased to launch it’s Menopause Pledge on World Menopause Day. This is a best ...
Black Women In Asset Management 2022 Conference
14/10/2022
We are delighted to be partnering with Black Women in Asset Management on its inaugural annual conference taking place on 14 ...
Diversity Project’s #FishOutOfWater event
06/10/2022
We are delighted to invite you to the Diversity Project’s #FishOutOfWater event hosted by EY at 25 Churchill Place E14 5...
Menopause for Line Managers Webinar
23/09/2022
Approximately 130,000 women* in financial services dealing with the menopause transition at any one time, this is a workplace issue and ...
Neurodiversity: The time is now – webinar
20/09/2022
Neurodiversity provides access to a new set of skills and perspectives and often comes with very distinct talents. When companies ...
National Inclusion Week 2022 – Allyship in Practice
19/09/2022
For National Inclusion Week 2022 we talked about allyship in practice and #ThePowerOfNow, the power of taking action in your workplace ...
Men in Menopause Webinar
05/08/2022
Watch this webinar where we looked at the menopause from a man’s perspective, whether it be their partners, work ...
Mental Health, Nutrition and Exercise in Menopause
16/07/2022
On the 15th of July, the Diversity Project held a Mental Health, Nutrition and Exercise in Menopause webinar. Our experienced ...
Best Practice Guide for Working Families Webinar
01/07/2022
The Diversity Project in partnership with How Do You Do It launched it’s Best Practice Guide for Working Families. ...
Webinar: Navigating the challenges of managing hybrid teams in a post Covid world
23/06/2022
The Diversity Project in partnership with How Do You Do It and Remote Kontrol launched a practical guide for managers ...
Webinar: Different types of menopause and menopause like symptoms
08/06/2022
The Diversity Project held a short educational session followed by a panel event, with a Q&A session for ...
Disability: the last big taboo for businesses
20/05/2022
Whilst many organisations are prioritising DEI, fewer are actively working on disability. We wanted to raise awareness and change attitudes ...
Allied Together: IDAHOBIT 2022 Virtual Event
17/05/2022
LGBT Great, in partnership with Citi, were delighted to invite you to our IDAHOBIT 2022 Virtual Event, Allied Together. This engaging ...
Why Hiring Veterans Makes Good Business Sense
05/05/2022
This was in person event was an opportunity for employers to hire quality, committed and talented veterans of the armed ...
Know your value – How to benchmark and negotiate for equal pay
25/03/2022
This Cross-Company Mentee online event “Know your value – How to benchmark and negotiate for equal pay”, was held on Thursday 24...
Diversity Project’s Inclusive Culture Guide for CEOs
18/03/2022
Curious about what shifts the inclusion dial? This webinar discussed the practical steps that are being taken to level the ...
Diversity Project’s International Women’s Day webinar series
09/03/2022
The #DiversityProject’s International Women’s Day webinar series on the 8th of March: #BreakingTheBias. We held three consecutive interactive ...
Diversity Project Veterans Workstream – Leadership Event
09/03/2022
Have you recently been promoted to manager of a team? Do you aspire to a leadership position and want to ...
LGBT History Month
24/02/2022
LGBT Great, a Partner and supporter of the Diversity Project, invited you to their History Month webinar in partnership with ...
The Halsey Keetch Book Club – special session: Mental Health in the workplace, with guest Peter Slater #1
24/02/2022
In this special edition of the popular The Halsey Keetch* Book Club, they focused on the topic of Mental Wellbeing ...
Spotlight on Women in Investments – Career Progression
11/12/2021
Many believe that professionals know where they want to go and how to get there. But in reality, most of ...
#Reset4Inclusion: Diversity Project Annual Event
24/11/2021
Our fifth annual Diversity Project Industry Wide Event, was held in London at Aviva Investors, and virtually on Wednesday 24 November 2021. ...
Webinar: Ask Me Anything: Returners – How to access a diverse talent pool
15/10/2021
This Q+A session demystified the common misconceptions and challenges around hiring returners and discussed how you can leverage untapped ...
‘Changing words into actions’ #TALKABOUTBLACK
06/10/2021
In the summer of 2020 thousands of people supported the #IAM campaign in support of racial fairness and over 1,600 professionals in ...
I before D, that’s the way it’s meant to be – what does inclusion actually mean?
30/09/2021
Inclusion is central to creating diverse and healthy workplaces.This webinar explored Caroline Keetch’s, a Diversity Project’s Ambassador, ...
Spotlight on Women in Investments – Mentors
25/09/2021
What difference can a mentor make? Does it matter if a mentor is a man or a woman? Should it ...
The science behind what I can do to help my organisation become more inclusive
24/09/2021
We partnered with the NeuroLeadership Institute, a leader in behavioural science, to bring you this informative and interactive taster session ...
Accelerating Black Inclusion Panel Event
13/07/2021
The Covid 19 pandemic and the murder of George Floyd have exposed racial inequity, catapulted Black inclusion up the corporate agenda, ...
Neurodiversity – Tips from the Experts
02/07/2021
Neurodiversity is the only scientifically proven way of increasing diversity of thought. It is also one of the most complex ...
New Ways of Working with Square
30/06/2021
The Diversity Project’s SMART Working workstream launched a case study series on New Ways of Working where financial services ...
Spotlight on Women in Investments : Calling all those with tech transferable skills – the Investment industry needs you!
26/06/2021
It’s a myth that you need to have done a maths or economics degree to get a job in ...
LGBT Great: Pride 2021: Global Top 100 Executive Allies & Awards
25/06/2021
We were delighted to invite you to LGBT Great’s virtual event: Pride 2021: Global Top 100 Executive Allies & Awards. This ...
The Challenge of Mental Health in the Workplace
24/06/2021
The Diversity Project advocates Mental Health First Aid training as a standard for member firms. However, there are a number ...
New Ways of Working with Fidelity International
23/06/2021
The Diversity Project’s SMART Working workstream launched a case study series on New Ways of Working where financial services ...
Diversity Project 5-year anniversary and book launch
22/06/2021
On the 21st of June 2021 at 2pm – 3pm we celebrated the Diversity Project’s fifth anniversary and book launch! We ...
“How to Neurodiversity”: An introduction to successful neuroinclusion
11/06/2021
The Diversity Project’s Neurodiversity Workstream was proud to present ‘How to Neurodiversity’. Neurodiversity refers to the diversity of human ...
Masterclass in Ethnicity Pay Gap Reporting
09/06/2021
A report released in April from LGBT Great, EY and the Diversity Project found that while 80% of investment industry leaders ...
Spotlight on Women in Investments: Driving Change – Diversity and inclusion in the Investments Industry
29/05/2021
Whilst there is still much to do in this space, the industry is actively working on becoming more diverse and ...
The Bright Side of Mental Health
22/05/2021
The Diversity Project’s Mental Health Workstream was proud to present ‘The Bright Side of Mental Health’. Kay Tear and ...
Digital Access and Inclusion in the Investment and Savings Industry
21/05/2021
The webinar on Digital Access and Inclusion in the Investment and Savings Industry, held on 20th of May 2021 at 2pm, ...
Diversity trends in leadership and ESG investing
21/05/2021
This event was organised by CFA UK’s Black Professionals Working Group and is free to attend. The release of ...
InterInvest Ally Training
14/05/2021
Allies play a vital role in the diversity and inclusion process through all aspects of our lives – personal and professional. ...
New Ways of Working with Aberdeen Standard
13/05/2021
The Diversity Project’s SMART Working workstream was pleased to launch a case study series on New Ways of Working ...
Spotlight on Women in Investments – In business EQ eats IQ for breakfast
01/05/2021
What’s the difference between EQ and IQ? Is emotional intelligence misunderstood? Is it confused with ‘being emotional’ and are ...
Diversity Data: What is at stake? Business, Reputation and Talent
23/04/2021
You were invited to attend the launch of the “Holding up the mirror: diversity data in the investment, wealth management ...
Battlefield Surgery and Mental Resilience – a conversation with Surgeon Captain Kate Prior
22/04/2021
The Veterans’ and Gender Equality workstreams of the Diversity Project invited you to a Q&A with Surgeon Captain ...
Inclusive line management: Why line management is critical to creating an inclusive culture
15/04/2021
Many organisations are frustrated that, despite having diversity and inclusion programmes in place, they are making very little progress. Attracting ...
Spotlight on Women in Investments – Celebrating our Differences
27/03/2021
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2021, we are proud of being women in the Investment and Savings Industry. Listen ...
City Hive / #Talk About Black 2021 Mentoring Scheme Sponsor
25/03/2021
The Diversity Project partnered with City Hive and #TAB on a bold and ambitious initiative that is crucial in encouraging, ...
Diversity Project Marketing and Press Collaboration Webinar
24/03/2021
The Diversity Project hosted a special session for marketing and communications teams from our member firms. It was an opportunity ...
What makes an inclusive leader? Lessons from leading figures during COVID-19
18/03/2021
Inclusive leadership is key to creating an inclusive culture in which diverse talent can thrive and contribute to business success. ...
Male allyship – how men can become better allies to women
13/03/2021
Over the last few years many investment and savings firms have stepped up their focus on tackling gender inequalities and ...
Neuroinclusion Roundtable: What are your superpowers?
11/03/2021
Neurodiversity can come with very distinct strengths. However, in the workplace, the focus can more often be on highlighting areas ...
Continuing to close the gender gap
11/03/2021
The financial services industry has been making progress on gender balance in the workforce and this progress is beginning to ...
Spotlight on Women in Investments – Imposter Phenomenon
27/02/2021
A discussion on the Imposter Phenomenon, and find practical tips to help manage it effectively. Gillian Hepburn of Schroders is ...
Insights Webinar: LGBT History Month & Insights Research Launch
26/02/2021
LGBT Great and Investment Week are pleased to hold our virtual LGBT History Month event in partnership with St James’ ...
The UK Military Response to COVID
25/02/2021
We have all responded to the COVID pandemic by adjusting our business models and working practices to support our clients, ...
The Women in Asset Management virtual summit 2021
24/02/2021
The Transatlantic edition of the virtual summit welcomed distinguished speakers to deep dive into perspectives, opportunities, strategies and thought leadership ...
Acknowledging and Managing Anxiety
13/02/2021
It is estimated that close to 20% of adults suffer from anxiety in any one year. It is likely that we ...
Returners – a great way to solve your Diversity gap
10/02/2021
You were invited to join a virtual strategic round table discussion for people leaders. You would have heard from Rachel ...
Executive diversity in Investment Management
05/02/2021
You were invited to join a webinar, run by Instant Impact, to do a deeper dive into how Investment Management ...
Panel discussing the urgent need to focus on women in the industry during the pandemic
04/02/2021
The disproportionate impact of the pandemic on women’s lives and the potential setback for gender equality was widely discussed, ...
Myth-busting with Iona and Saanvi – Women Flying in Financial Services
30/01/2021
Gillian Hepburn of Schroders was joined by Iona Bain, the founder of Young Money Blog, and Saanvi Vasudevan, a final ...
Making the investment industry more accessible for people with disabilities
29/01/2021
The Diversity Project’s Ability workstream presented a panel featuring Ability workstream members who shared their unique experiences of how ...
Lessons from the New Normal: A Zoom-roundtable aimed at neurodivergent employees
11/12/2020
COVID19 required enhanced flexibility from employees and employers alike. It has been widely recognised that there is more than one ...
#Time4Inclusion – BuildBackBetter: Diversity Project Annual Event
13/11/2020
The theme for the Diversity Project’s 2020 Virtual Annual Event was #Time4Inclusion – Build Back Better. The coronavirus pandemic has ...
Webinar – How to implement flexible working for a thriving, age inclusive workforce
02/10/2020
The Diversity Project was delighted to launch a new report by Timewise and The Centre for Ageing Better on how ...
Webinar: New Ways of Working in the New Normal
25/06/2020
The case for diversity and inclusion has been ongoing and as we face an uncertain world, we need to think ...
Join the movement #IAMTALKINGABOUTBLACK
11/06/2020
We faced widespread unrest and anguish across the US and beyond, following the death of George Floyd. This was preceded ...
SMART Working amid COVID-19 and Beyond
13/05/2020
The Diversity Project and Timewise SMART Working pioneers programme. The Diversity Project has partnered with Timewise on a one year ...
NeuroInclusion – Neurodiversity in the Investment Industry
30/01/2020
A quarterly roundtable event aimed at neurodivergent employees. This quarter’s topic is: Getting (and staying!) organised The standard approach ...
Neurodiversity – Diverse Minds at Work
04/12/2019
The Diversity Project NeuroInclusion Workstream is hosting an event for Diversity Project member firms. Neurodiversity refers to the diversity of ...
Diversity Project and Timewise – Promoting flexible working in the investment and savings industry
06/11/2019
The Diversity Project and Timewise introduced our one year programme to catalyse action on flexible working within the investments and ...
#TalkAboutBlack presents: An Insight into Asset Management
05/11/2019
What? A full day event which provided the opportunity to meet, ask questions and develop contacts within asset management. Who? ...
Challenges Disabled People Face in the Workplace
16/10/2019
The Disability Working Group of the Diversity Project invite you to a panel discussion on Tuesday 15 October at HSBC to ...
How to attract and retain LGBTQ+ talent
11/10/2019
Why is having a diverse workforce important in the investment management industry? While most people would agree it’s simply ...
#Time2Deliver: Diversity Project Annual Event
02/10/2019
Over 330 investment industry professionals attended this Diversity Project’s Industry Event, kindly hosted by Willis Towers Watson on the 1st ...
NeuroInclusion – Neurodiversity in the Investment Industry
12/09/2019
A quarterly roundtable event held on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, 8:30 – 10:00am, aimed at neurodivergent employees. This quarter’s topic was on: Parenting ...
Employer Breakfast – Returners: An Untapped Source Of Talent
14/06/2019
The Diversity Project Returners Workstream hosted a free breakfast event for Employers: Returners – An Untapped Source of Talent. This event ...
NeuroInclusion – Neurodiversity in the Investment Industry
10/05/2019
This quarterly roundtable event was aimed at neurodivergent employees. Improving inclusion – How can we enhance understanding of the benefits of ...
NeuroInclusion – Neurodiversity in the Investment Industry
22/11/2018
A roundtable event aimed at neurodivergent employees. The Diversity Project’s Neurodiversity workstream held this roundtable discussion on neurodiversity in ...
#ActionNotWords: Diversity Project Annual Event
04/09/2018
Over 320 investment industry professionals attended this Diversity Project’s Industry Event, kindly sponsored by HSBC Global Asset Management and hosted ...
#BuildingMomentum: Diversity Project Annual Event
18/09/2017
#BUILDINGMOMENTUMOver 300 investment industry professionals attended this Diversity Project’s Industry Event, kindly hosted by Aviva at their offices on ...