Influencing for inclusion: Learn how to influence stakeholders to support inclusion

Join our Inclusion Insights thought leadership webinar

Turn stakeholder resistance into championship and drive meaningful EDI change across your organisation

Wednesday 1st October 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Online webinar

Why this webinar matters now

Inclusion work often stalls not because of poor strategy, but because of insufficient stakeholder buy-in. Whether you’re an experienced inclusion leader or just starting your EDI journey, learning to influence decision-makers effectively is critical to creating lasting organisational change.

Join Principal Consultant Addison Barnett (he/him) for this essential session that will transform how you approach stakeholder engagement and accelerate your inclusion impact.

Build compelling business cases that resonate

Craft arguments that speak directly to stakeholder priorities and concerns.

Present EDI initiatives using language that drives decision-maker action.

Navigate resistance with confidence

Identify common objections before they arise and prepare effective responses.

Transform sceptical voices into inclusion advocates through strategic influence.

Create unstoppable momentum

Develop coalition-building techniques that amplify your influence.

Establish systems that maintain stakeholder engagement long-term.

Measure and communicate your impact

Use data storytelling to demonstrate inclusion ROI to leadership.

Build credibility through evidence-based progress reporting.

Your expert host

Addison Barnett (he/him), Principal Consultant

Addison brings extensive experience in organisational transformation and stakeholder engagement to this session. As a Principal Consultant at Inclusive Employers, he has guided numerous organisations through complex EDI initiatives, helping leaders at all levels understand and champion inclusion work.

His practical approach combines research-backed strategies with real-world application, ensuring you leave with tools you can implement immediately.

Who should attend

This webinar is designed for professionals at beginner to intermediate level, including:

  • Human Resources Directors and Chief People Officers
  • Inclusion and diversity leaders
  • Human resources professionals
  • Employee Resource Group leads
  • Inclusion advocates and allies
  • Anyone responsible for driving EDI initiatives

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