I would like to share my thoughts on the passing of Susan Wojcicki, who passed away on August 10th at the age of 56. Susan’s journey from renting out her garage to two Stanford students—Larry Page and Sergey Brin—to becoming the CEO of YouTube is a story of vision, courage, and resilience. In many ways, […]
On June 18, 2024, 49 student associations signed a code of conduct aimed at combating misconduct within their organizations. This new code, presented to caretaker Minister of Education Robbert Dijkgraaf, emphasizes the importance of safeguarding respect, integrity, and responsibility. While many associations have already appointed internal confidants and established internal guidelines, the question remains whether […]
As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the role of women in driving this change is becoming increasingly critical. A recent BCG study highlights an important trend: senior women in technical roles are not just keeping pace with their male counterparts but are also leading the charge in adopting Generative AI (GenAI). This […]
We believe diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but fundamental pillars of a thriving and innovative workplace. As we celebrate Pride today, we reaffirm our commitment to creating a psychologically safe environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. Embracing Diversity Diversity is the heartbeat of innovation. By bringing together individuals from […]
At 1for2 Social Innovation, we’ve recently had some discussions with clients and prospects facing budget constraints related to investments in psychological safety and organizational culture, due to DEI fatigue (Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity) among leadership. While some see inclusivity and its outcome psychological safety at the workplace, as an area to cut, the majority recognize its […]
Expressing emotions at work. It used to be better not to. However, it is wise not to ignore feelings and to make emotions work for you. ‘There is often valuable information behind them.’ This article was originally published on July 6th in Het Financiele Dagblad, and online here. A study conducted at four investment banks […]
As of July 1, 2024, the Netherlands has introduced the new Sexual Misconduct Act, marking a significant step forward in the fight against sexual violence and harassment. This legislation better protects victims by broadening the definitions of rape and assault to include situations where consent was clearly absent, even without the presence of physical force […]
A Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion The liberation is celebrated today with the Keti Koti Festival. On this date, in 1863, the Emancipation Act came into effect, abolishing slavery in Suriname and the Dutch Antilles. In Rotterdam, the monument at Lloydkade stands as a reminder, located where ships of the Rotterdam slave trading company […]
We are saddened to share the news of the passing of Lynn Conway, a trailblazing engineer and a courageous advocate for transgender rights, who passed away on June 9 at the age of 86. Lynn Conway’s revolutionary contributions to microchip design have profoundly shaped the tech industry, making today’s consumer electronics possible. Her work alongside […]
In the May/June issue of HBR Magazine, authors Peter Cappelli and Ranya Nehmeh deliver a strong message to HR professionals and leaders regarding much-needed shifts in the way organizations should treat their employees. We’ve quoted their final notes, regarding the importance of strengthening DEI efforts below. “Strengthen DEI Efforts A final area where HR can […]