A Dog Called Diversity

Have you ever considered the unique perspectives and strengths that neurodivergent people bring to the table? In this episode, Callum McKirdy shares his personal experiences with dyslexia and ADHD , shedding light on the challenges he faces and the unique contributions neurodivergent individuals can bring to organizations. Through his entrepreneurial journey, Callum emphasizes the importance of ac...

Belinda O’Connor has achromatopsia , an eyesight condition which affects her ability to see colours and have clear vision. Growing up she faced challenges accessing education and the workplace as a person with a disability, and she never thought she would be able to drive. When Belinda discovered bioptic driving , a method for people with low vision to drive, a whole new world opened up for her. T...

Get ready to be inspired as we sit down with the immensely talented Michelle Rogers. This creative powerhouse, hailing from Gippsland, Victoria, has not let her chronic illness and disability stifle her passion for fashion. As a successful model and photographer, Michelle is shattering stereotypes, advocating for diversity, and pushing for the inclusion of more body sizes, ages, and disabilities i...

Charlotte Faul comes to disability inclusion work from her own experiences with chronic pain.  In this episode Charlotte and Lisa discuss the challenges of creating an inclusive workplace for people with disabilities, particularly those with invisible disabilities like Charlotte's.  Listen in to learn about ways to improve disability inclusion in the workplace including: ·      The importance...

Juliet Short is an Auckland based lawyer ,and mother of two girls.  Her eldest daughter was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of three, which is very young. Most children are diagnosed between ages seven and eleven. In conversation with Lisa Mulligan, Juliet discussed: Her daughter's experience with type 1 diabetes The challenges of managing insulin and blood sugars in such a young ch...

What's more important in Diversity & Inclusion work? Is it strategy? Or execution? This episode is the recording of a live Zoom debate on 15 June 2023,with 4 amazing Diversity & Inclusion leaders , a live audience and moderated by Lisa Mulligan , from The Culture Ministry . The Diversity & Inclusion leaders are: Florence Sai Wing Chan Chris Chen Emery Fung Tina Arcilla What was th...

Have you ever thought about the distinct differences between strategy and execution work in Diversity & Inclusion? Have you wondered which is more important? Or maybe which is harder? In this solo episode our host Lisa Mulligan from The Culture Ministry talks about why are both important but challenges us to think about where we spend too much energy and time, and where we really need to focus...

Have you ever wondered why pronouns are important? Do you know the difference between gender identify and sexuality? Do you what questions are ok to ask a transgender person, and those that aren’t? In conversation with Lisa Mulligan, Nate Shalev helps us understand the answers to these questions, as well as discussing their experience of being diagnosed with autism and how it has allowed them to b...

Dharshi Harindra is a corporate lawyer with a focus on media technology and data privacy, with a passion for using data to drive progress in diversity, equity, and inclusion in organizations.  In this episode Dharshi discussed her personal experiences of racism in the UK and Australia, particularly in the corporate workplace, as well as her recent move to Singapore.  She talks about her journey to...

As you will find out in this episode, Diann Wingert is a No-BS psychotherapist turned business strategist & coach for ambitious outliers. She helps women with busy brains transform their original ideas into profitable sort after businesses. In conversation with Lisa Mulligan she talks about ADHD diagnosis in women and why many are diagnosed as adults.  Specifically they talk about how women wi...

In March our podcast host Lisa Mulligan travelled to Palm Springs to be part of the Her Empire Builder members retreat. This was about having a diverse experience to learn and grow.  In this episode she shares: Why she decided to participate and travel to Palm Springs The experience of the members retreat - what she loved and what was less useful (not much as you will find out) The 5 key takeaways...

We love people who like to transform organisations, like this week’s guest James Kinney. He’s a mental health and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion advocate who has been leading human resources work for many years.  He is a global executive, certified yoga and meditation teacher, DEI innovator, author, musician, and motivational speaker.   James's credibility truly comes from his life experienc...

We have been admiring Rebecca Saunders for quite a while now at The Culture Ministry, and at A Dog Called Diversity. She is energetic, colourful and vibrant as you will see when you listen in to this episode. She talks about her experience with alopecia and how she finally got up the confidence to do away with her wigs.  You will learn much more about Rebecca and her business in this episode. Get...

Elena Kim is a Lawyer, the Co-chair of Rainbow Auckland , Korean, gay, neurodiverse woman. She has a history of working in corporate spaces to support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work.   We are so pleased to have Elena as a guest on A Dog Called Diversity. Listen in to learn about Elena’s experience as a migrant to New Zealand, her recent ADHD diagnosis and how she navigates her intersectional...

Growing up in Australia when you are not white Australian can present big challenges. Cathy Ngo knows this more than others, having grown up in a Vietnamese family, who came to Australia with nothing except generational trauma and mental health issues, resulting in domestic violence.   Cathy has been on her own journey to support her mental health, is an Ambassador for the Gidget Foundation . She...

We originally approached today’s guest Emma Lovell to learn about her travels and her podcast lovelly travels because travelling is one of the best way’s to understand the different experiences of people around the world. But, and perhaps more importantly we learnt about Emma’s diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression from the age of 17, and her work with Black Dog Institute and...

Michelle Redfern is one kick arse super smart kinda woman. She runs her own business Advancing Women in Business & Sport , is the co-founder of the global online businesswomen’s network A Career that Soars ! Is the co host of the Lead to Soar podcast , the co-founder of Culturally Diverse Women and is the host of The Advancing Women in Sport podcast .   As you can see she makes a massive contr...

Dr Raj Sundar , is a family physician and health equity leader at Kaiser Permanente . He also hosts the Healthcare for Humans podcast , dedicated to educating clinicians to care for diverse communities so patients feel heard, seen, and known, which in turn will lead to better and more equitable health outcomes. He believes that health practitioners need to build cultural competence and take respon...

Based in Chicago, Justin Reinert is a Coach & Talent Development Leader who is clever at consulting, facilitation, training, organizational development, and talent management, and he recently became an author. Justin has written Creating belonging: a practical guide to accelerate belonging in organizations and communities . In his book he also explains his belonging model which will be useful...

12 months ago Lisa Mulligan and her family moved to Auckland, New Zealand. In this episode she reflects on a decision she did make after that move, and one she didn't. She reflects on the consequences on both decisions and where she is at 12 months later. If you want to learn from others about their experience in 6 Weeks to Get Started in Diversity & Inclusion , listen to: Tidge Backhouse...

Want to know what I have been up to over the past few weeks? Want to know ALL about my online course 6 Weeks to Get Started in Diversity & Inclusion? I recorded this special episode of A Dog Called Diversity with all the details. I talk about my trip to Palm Springs and San Francisco and how I finally caught covid-19. Then I talk about what you will learn in 6 Weeks to Get Started in Diversity...

In episode 74 we speak with Cheryl Rodriguez . She has always been interested in her health and caring for her body. It wasn’t until she experienced a detached retina and lost vision in one eye, that life changed quickly.   Post-surgery Cheryl discovered the healing properties of sound meditation, and she was hooked. Listen in to hear her story and enjoy a short meditation with Cheryl at the end. ...

Everyone has a different path to working in Diversity & Inclusion. Emma Bennett has always had a value around building a more sustainable, inclusive and equal workplaces. Her career in recruitment and talent acquisition has taken her around the world. Before working in a dedicated diversity & inclusion leadership role she built high performing teams and worked with individuals to increase...

Sometimes the only way to get help for yourself is to act and help others too. Tidge Backhouse grew up in a small town in Country New South Wales, Australia where acceptance and support for gay people was thin on the ground.  In high school Tidge took matters into their own hands to create safe spaces for them and others leaving a legacy for future queer students. Tidge is now making a difference...

Listen in to this recording of a LIVE webinar we ran across APAC and Europe timezones in partnership with Volt International .  Learning from our experienced panel about what makes successful and sustainable events, with the impact that lasts longer than just one day. Hear from: Sudesh T Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Asia at Manulife Bianca Stringuini , Inclusion & Diversity, Impac...