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๐—›๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐˜‚๐˜๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ผ๐˜†๐—ฒ๐—ฒ ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น-๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด As organizations worldwide navigate the complexities of the modern workplace, a critical area of focus has emerged: employee health. However, this focus is shifting from a narrow view of avoiding burnout to embracing a holistic approach that nurtures physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. We align with […]

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Remembering Susan Wojcicki: A Trailblazer for Women in Tech and Beyond

I would like to share my thoughts on the passing of Susan Wojcicki, who passed away on August 10th at the age of 56. Susanโ€™s journey from renting out her garage to two Stanford studentsโ€”Larry Page and Sergey Brinโ€”to becoming the CEO of YouTube is a story of vision, courage, and resilience. In many ways, […]

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New Code of Conduct to Combat Misconduct in Student Associations

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 […]

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Women Leaders in Tech: Paving the Way in GenAI and Beyond๐Ÿค–๐Ÿ’ฏ

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 […]

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๐ŸŒˆCelebrating Pride: Embracing Diversity and Fostering Inclusion

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 […]

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Creativity to ensure DEI and Psychological Safety in the Face of Budget Cuts

At 1for2 Social Innovation, weโ€™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 […]

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Expressing Emotions at Work

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 […]

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Revised Legislation to Combat Sexual Misconduct

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 […]

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Honoring Keti Koti

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 […]

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Honoring Lynn Conway: A Legacy of Innovation and Advocacy

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 […]