Johanne Penney, Speaker | CEO & Founder, Anti-Racism, DEI

Johanne Penney

Speaker, CEO And Founder of Amp Up Your Voice, Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Expert

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London

Make strides on your organisation's journey to better equality and inclusion, with Johanne Penney, anti-racism and DEI expert.

Johanne Penney | Speaker Biography

Founder of Amp Up Your Voice, focusing on anti-racism and equity

Former Head of Policy at the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges

Deputy Chief of Staff at BEIS with a focus on Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy

Johanne Penney is a senior executive leader and the founder of Amp Up Your Voice. She is widely recognized for her work in anti-racism, justice, diversity, and equity. With over 20 years of experience in various professional bodies, she has been a passionate advocate for equality and diversity. Johanne's expertise lies in speaking about her own experiences and guiding businesses towards inclusivity for marginalized groups. Notably, she served as the Head of Policy at the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges for seven years, where she developed influential education and training policies. Since 2020, Johanne has also made significant contributions as the Deputy Chief of Staff at BEIS, focusing on Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy. She is well-known for her exceptional communication skills and ability to engage with senior stakeholders. Through her impactful programs and policies, Johanne plays a crucial role in driving progress in equality and inclusion.

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Featured Sessions

Embracing And Celebrating Racial Diversity

The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique and recognising our individual differences. This talk empowers your team to embrace and celebrate the rich dimensions of diversity contained within your organisation.

How To Talk About Race At Work (Hint: It's Not That Scary)

People can be apprehensive around the subject matter of racial diversity with a fear of saying the wrong thing or a simple lack of understanding. Gain valuable insight and let our experts join the conversation to explore the topic and its importance in today's modern workplace.

Turn Them Into A Team

Teams are formed and then made. Success does not happen by chance. They are created with key roles and responsibilities, along with a culture for the pursuit of success. Take the group and make a team.

Improving Inclusivity For Under-Represented Groups

True diversity involves a business benefiting from having representation from a range of people with various racial, gender, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds along with various lifestyles, experience, and interests. Learn from the experience of our experts how you can create a culture and action plan to create an authentic diverse and inclusive business.

Disrupting Unconscious Bias

Unconscious biases are attitudes that we hold subconsciously and affect how we feel and think towards others. Help your team recognise their biases and reduce their impact to ensure an inclusive working environment for everyone. Attendees will learn how to recognise, manage, and disrupt bias in the workplace. Participants will learn how to improve self-awareness regarding unconscious bias and review tools for mitigating bias in the workplace.

The Gender Agenda: Empowering Female Leaders

Gender equality is only achieved when people can access and enjoy the same rewards, resources, and opportunities, regardless of gender. This session explores the challenges and opportunities for achieving gender equality in various aspects of life. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the existing barriers, how to overcome them, and the benefits of creating a more equal society. Learn practical tips and strategies for individuals and organisations to promote gender equality and create a more inclusive environment.

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