Diversity and Inclusivity

Group of Professionals Networking on a Rooftop Terrace at Sunset with Stunning City Skyline Views

October 21, 2026Could ditching 'networking' make your events better?The association that redesigned its events around neuroinclusive principles - and saw the changes boost engagement and help drive a 26 per cent rise in bookings for its flagship summit.Read More

Delegate turned away from London Tech Week for bringing baby

June 11, 2025Delegate turned away from London Tech Week for bringing babyA tech entrepreneur was denied entry to London Tech Week for having her baby with her, sparking discussions on inclusiveness at meetings and events.

tms wellbeing

May 21, 2025The Meetings Show 2025 prioritises inclusivity and wellbeing for all attendeesThe Meetings Show 2025 focuses on inclusivity and wellbeing, featuring initiatives like a Quiet Room, buddy system, AI-powered live captioning, and wellbeing sessions, in partnership with EventWell.

beam students

May 7, 2025Redefining success: event students seek growth over brand prestigeEvent students prioritise learning opportunities, mentorship, and workplace diversity over brand prestige, beam members heard in Manchester.

FF15 mentoring awards 2025 The Mermaid

April 28, 2025Mentorship champions shine at Fast Forward 15 AwardsDesigned to honour and celebrate the power of mentorship, the inaugural Fast Forward 15 Mentoring Awards ceremony was a fitting tribute to individuals and organisations championing growth, diversity, and leadership development.

DEI and ESG

April 15, 2025Diversity strategies shouldn't be a tick-box exercise to win contractsAgencies that once shouted about their EDI credentials as a point of difference are now realising it’s not enough to say “we’re inclusive” or “we value diversity."

Freepik neurodiversity

April 10, 2025What can neurodiversity teach the events industry?Neurodiversity isn’t a weakness, it’s an untapped source of creative power. And in an industry defined by moments that move people, why wouldn’t we want more minds that think differently?

Broadsword accessibility guide

April 9, 2025Broadsword releases accessible event guidesBroadsword has released two guides on accessibility and inclusion to help event professionals create more accessible and inclusive live and virtual events.

alcoholfree

March 31, 2025Mindful consumption - catering to modern preferencesNatacha Allen, head of commercial events at the Royal College of Physicians, on the changing attitudes to alcohol at events.

How can the four day week work for the industry

March 26, 2025How can the events industry make the four-day week work?Over 200 UK companies have already signed up to it, employees want it, and industries from finance to tech are making it work. But in the events industry? We still think we’re too ‘always on’ to even consider it.

It's a dog's life - at a trade show?

March 24, 2025It's a dog's life - at a trade show?Realise co-founder Richard John took his beloved rescue pups Sasha and Bailey to Barcelona on a bleisure trip. Now he asks whether event organisers should be more accommodating to delegates who want to bring their pets...Show More

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