Join Fab and Emily Horton as they dive into a chat about making communication more inclusive and Emily’s journey from journalism to activism. They talk about creating spaces where people feel safe to give feedback, why slow and steady wins the race in business, and how to stop overthinking and start doing.
About Emily Horton
Emily is the founder of More Diverse Voices. With a combined 10 years experience in PR, journalism and social innovation, Emily has worked in busy newsrooms, bustling creative agencies and dedicated in-house communications departments. She has helped create campaigns for organisations of all sizes. Campaign topics include: LGBTQIA+ rights, neurodiversity, mental health, feminism, mental health and loneliness, anti-racism and financial empowerment.
She is passionate about helping changemakers find their voice and amplify their impact. In 2023, she was recognised as one of Pioneers Post x NatWest’s Top 100 Women in Social Enterprise. As a neurologically diverse and queer writer, Emily passionately advocates for justice and inclusion.
What You’ll Learn
- Don’t rush for quick success. Embrace a “slow and steady” approach to ensure that your business thrives in the long run while staying true to its values.
- Focus on creating genuine connections with your audience and meeting real needs, rather than just pushing sales or superficial diversity initiatives.
- Go beyond marketing campaigns to drive real diversity and inclusion. Work on understanding and changing underlying systems, and foster environments where diverse voices can be heard safely.
- Balance taking action with reflection and openness to feedback. Use your experiences to grow personally and professionally, and don’t be afraid to experiment and collaborate for better results.
Episode Resources
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