Nordic Diversity, Inclusion and Equality – What does intersectionality have to do with it?
2023-05-23 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/Oslo)
The Blaze Inclusion Awards celebrate and illuminate the trailblazers – individuals and organizations – who actively and passionately uplift Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives in their workspaces, communities and society overall.
Blaze panel discussions will follow nominations and voting periods for the Blaze Inclusion awards and will take on important DEIBJ topics featuring speakers from 8 Nordic countries.

The topic for the second Blaze panel discussion is Nordic Diversity, Inclusion and Equality – What does intersectionality have to do with it?
Intersectionality is a term coined by Professor Kimberley Crenshaw. It is an analytical framework for understanding how a person’s social or political identity such as ethnicity, race, social class, gender identity, sexual orientation, and other facets of social stratification combine to create different modes of privilege and discrimination.
The speakers for the discussion are:

Winta Negassi, Head of HR, Northern Europe LCS at Google from Norway;
Greg Fernando, Founder of New to Sweden from (Sweden);
Miriam Petra Ómarsdóttir Awad, Senior advisor at the Icelandic Center for Research (Rannís) from Iceland;
Karolina Clarke, Head of Diversity and Inclusion at WSAudiology from Denmark

The session will be moderated by Chisom Udeze, Founder of Diversify & Herspace.
Read more about Blaze Inclusion Awards here!
This event is FREE to attend and will be held digitally. Please register HERE to receive the zoom link.
This event is supported by the Nordic Talks.

Miriam Petra Ómarsdóttir Awad
Miriam is an Icelandic anti-racism educator and activist. Miriam has lived her entire life in Iceland and has a mixed background, as her mother is Icelandic and her father was originally from Egypt. Her experiences of not fitting into the „mold“ of what it means to be Icelandic has greatly influenced her life. During her master‘s degree Miriam studied Nordic exceptionalism, colonialism and the Icelandic national identity in relation with prejudice in Iceland. There, her research subject centered on the effects of racism and prejudice on self-identities of Icelandic women with Middle Eastern backgrounds. Miriam currently works at the Icelandic National Agency for Erasmus+ where she is the agency‘s Inclusion and Diversity officer. Since spring 2021 Miriam has hosted workshops and lectures on racism and cultural prejudice in Iceland in her personal time, but as an Icelandic person with a mixed background she draws from my own personal experiences as well as her professional experience working with the subject of inclusion and diversity. Miriam has written for Icelandic newspapers and magazines on the subject of intersectionality, racism and prejudice and has been consulted on national TV on the subject.
Karolina Clarke
Karolina (she/her) is a global DEI leader with a passion for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Karolina’s educational and professional background formed a solid foundation necessary to drive meaningful change. She holds a Master of Social Science degree in Political Communication & Management, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Philosophy, both from Copenhagen Business School. Karolina’s extensive experience working with global organizations like A.P. Moller – Maersk, KPMG Denmark, and Nordea, as well as her current role at WSAudiology, has given her a deep understanding of the complexities involved in promoting DEI at a global level.
Privately, Karolina was born and raised in Poland, and currently lives in Copenhagen with her husband and daughter.
Greg Fernando
Greg is the founder of the NGO New to Sweden, which works to help internationals integrate into the Swedish labour market and within the Swedish community. A vocal proponent of newcomer rights, Greg has delivered talks to employers like Google, SEB, Vattenfall and Spotify. He recently co-founded the Swedish 1046 Inclusion Campaign, which brought together over 15 organizations working in the DEI and integration space to create conversations about intersectionality and inclusion nationwide.
Originally from Canada, Greg has been living in Sweden for almost 10 years and has experienced many issues facing newcomers and people of colour first hand. He now leverages his previous HR and recruiting experience to not only help newcomers find work in Sweden, but to also help employers attract and retain international talent.
Moderator: Chisom Udeze

Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She writes often on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.

Paint N’ Sip with Miss Balanta
2023-05-25 18:00 - 20:00 | HerSpace, Strandgata 19, Oslo, 0152, Norway
Join us for a fun and creative evening of painting and sipping at our Paint n’ Sip event! No artistic experience necessary. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or have never picked up a paintbrush before, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with our community members and try something new.
Our talented instructor Miss Balanta will guide you through the process of creating your own beautiful masterpiece.
We will bring snacks and refreshments to enjoy while you paint, sip and mingle. We’ll provide the painting supplies you’ll need, including art paper, paints, and brushes, but you’re welcome to bring your own too! Please bring your own apron if you don’t want to get paint on your clothes.
At the end of the evening, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind work of art to take home and proudly display. So come unleash your inner artist and enjoy a relaxing and inspiring evening. We can’t wait to see you there!
This event is funded by Oslo Kommune through their grant program ‘Measures for Gender Equality and Women’s Liberation’.

Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace: Anti-Blackness
2023-05-31 13:00 - 15:00
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace is imperative for a sustainable, competitive and innovative company and society at large. Diversity also goes beyond the outward perception of a company – it includes how the internal structures work and signal the value systems of an organization’s management or leadership team.
This series is designed by Diversify to centre Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace. We look forward to seeing you!

Our topic for May is Anti-Blackness.
More details to be announced soon!
This event is FREE to attend and will be held digitally. Please register HERE to receive the zoom link.

Speakers:

Chisom Udeze | DEIB Strategist & Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She writes often on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.
Ama Afrifa-Tchie| Global DEI Specialist Adviser, Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) | Culture & Inclusion | People Experience & Engagement Specialist, The Inclusion Agilist

Ama Afrifa-Tchie is a valiant cultural builder, who’s specialism spans across people experience, workplace culture, diversity & inclusion, mental health and wellbeing and corporate responsibility. She is experienced in leading the design, analysis, and implementation of people-centric products/services, inclusion & wellbeing initiatives.
She works with senior leadership, management teams, and employee engagement to; embed and integrate organisational culture through behaviour, processes and systems, and seeks to promote a positive, inclusive, supportive work environment and company culture by developing and evolving programmes and initiatives that support the organisation’s mission and values.
As Global DEI specialist Adviser for NRC, she is responsible for leading NRC’s work to become an even more inclusive and diverse organisation and is responsible for defining and implementing policies and measures to promote and embed an organisational culture that embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in NRC. This includes designing, creating and implementing plans to promote diversity and inclusion within the organisation and to ensure a common understanding amongst managers and employees about what diversity, equity and inclusion mean throughout NRC’s country and regional offices, representative offices and at the Head Office.
Ama has built her career and expertise (over 15 years ‘experience) within different industries such as – start-ups, tech, professional services, legal, financial services, media & entertainment. She is the founder of The Inclusion Agilist (a culture and inclusion consultancy).
Ama has an LLB in Law and a MA in Public Relations and Public Communications. She is a Fellow of The Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce UK.
As well as serving on MAC-UK’s Board of Trustees as vice-chair, she is also a Governor on the Board of The Boxing Academy. Previous Board roles also include former Mentoring Chair of Women in Cable & Telecommunications (WITC UK), and Trustee Board member at Artswork.
Ama’s passions and interests include travelling, fitness, outdoors activities, theatre and movies, animation, and interior decor. She is an avid foodie and loves spending time with her family and socialising with friends.
Find her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ama-afrifa-tchie-frsa-9291864/

Sister Circle: A Gathering for Black, Brown & Women of Colour
2023-06-09 18:00 - 20:00
As Black, Brown and women of colour, sometimes, we might feel that we exist in a world, with systems and structures that were not built for us. So, we navigate, negotiate, cover or fit in, because it makes us feel safe. Nonetheless, it can be very isolating.
The Sister Circle is a non judgmental space created exclusively for Black, Brown and Women of Colour to hold space and safely explore their experiences, feelings and emotions in a supportive environment where you neither have to explain or defend your reality.
The session, facilitated by Chisom Udeze, is an opportunity to find connection and solidarity; a space to speak your truth, share your feelings to whatever degree you feel comfortable, celebrate your wins, simply listen, or find solace in the company of other women.
The Sister Circle is for Black, Brown and women of colour who are: strong, loud, quiet, mothers, shy, bold, working, stay-at-home, entrepreneurs, students, job-seekers, multi-taskers… we invite you to come as you are. You are magical, worthy and needed.
We invite you to make and take S P A C E in authentic connection, to benefit from the wisdom of your sisters as we connect over stories, challenges and triumphs. Sisters’ Circle is a much needed space for women of colour to exhale, and connect with people who truly see and hear you, as you are.
After the session, we will celebrate the New Year with our sisters by hosting a potluck vegetarian dinner. Please feel free to bring a vegetarian dish from your country to share with others. Once you register for the event, we will send you an email to discuss the details of the potluck. If you have any questions, please feel free to email sayantani@herspace.no
When you leave this session, we hope you will feel loved, seen, heard and empowered. We look forward to seeing you.
** Please note that in order to create a safe and supportive space, we will “close the doors” and begin promptly at 18:05. Please arrive on time. **

Cost: NOK100
To register please follow the LINK
**This event is free for HerSpace members.**
Maximum attendees: 20
We want this event to be accessible to all. If your financial situation is preventing you from attending this event, please email sayantani@herspace.no

Women in Tech: Katinka Brurberg
2023-06-21 18:00 - 19:30
When you think about working in “tech”, what do you imagine? It might quite possibly be something along the lines of computers, coding, robots, silicon valley… and men?
With this series we aim to challenge these stereotypes by demonstrating the broad range of careers and skills that fall under the category of “tech”, as well as the diverse range of people who work within tech, especially women.

In May, we have Katinka Jussie Lønning Brurberg, a Client Consulting Analyst, as a guest speaker for our Women in Tech session.
Join us for a conversation with the inspiring Katinka Jussie Lønning Brurberg, who has carved out her space working in tech. We will hear about the journey she took to find herself in her current role, the barriers she overcame, and what opportunities she sees opening up within the industry.
This event will open up the conversation about what it takes to be a woman in tech, supportive networks and tools and professional development and employment opportunities.
We hope you will join us!

This will be a hybrid event– online and in-person tickets are available. Register below!
Cost: In-person NOK 50 (includes light refreshments) | Free Attendance (Online)
To register follow the LINK
This event is co-produced by HerSpace, Diversify and Africa Connect.
*This event is free for HerSpace members**

About the speaker
Katinka Jussie Lønning Brurberg | Client Consulting Analyst

Katinka Jussie Lønning Brurberg is a technology professional with experience in fintech, specifically, eID and payments. Currently working as a Client Consulting Analyst at a payments company, Katinka is dedicated to driving digital innovation and transformation in the financial industry.
With her background in user strategy and business development, Katinka is passionate about creating effortless products and user experiences that focus on the needs of the customer. Her previous roles include Business Development Manager at BankID BankAxept and User Strategy and Insight Lead at Vipps. She holds an MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Management and International Relations from the University of Exeter.
As a woman in technology, Katinka is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry and ensuring women support women wherever possible. Her expertise in fintech and user-centered design make her a valuable voice in the conversation about the role of technology in our lives.
When you think about working in “tech”, what do you imagine? It might quite possibly be something along the lines of computers, coding, robots, silicon valley… and men?
With this series we aim to challenge these stereotypes by demonstrating the broad range of careers and skills that fall under the category of “tech”, as well as the diverse range of people who work within tech, especially women.

In May, we have Katinka Jussie Lønning Brurberg, a Client Consulting Analyst, as a guest speaker for our Women in Tech session.
Join us for a conversation with the inspiring Katinka Jussie Lønning Brurberg, who has carved out her space working in tech. We will hear about the journey she took to find herself in her current role, the barriers she overcame, and what opportunities she sees opening up within the industry.
This event will open up the conversation about what it takes to be a woman in tech, supportive networks and tools and professional development and employment opportunities.
We hope you will join us!

This will be a hybrid event– online and in-person tickets available. Register below!
Cost: In-person NOK 50 (includes light refreshments) | Free Attendance (Online)
This event is co-produced by HerSpace, Diversify and Africa Connect.
*This event is free for HerSpace members**

About the speaker
Katinka Jussie Lønning Brurberg | Client Consulting Analyst

Katinka Jussie Lønning Brurberg is a technology professional with experience in fintech, specifically, eID and payments. Currently working as a Client Consulting Analyst at a payments company, Katinka is dedicated to driving digital innovation and transformation in the financial industry.
With her background in user strategy and business development, Katinka is passionate about creating effortless products and user experiences that focus on the needs of the customer. Her previous roles include Business Development Manager at BankID BankAxept and User Strategy and Insight Lead at Vipps. She holds an MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Management and International Relations from the University of Exeter.
As a woman in technology, Katinka is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry and ensuring women support women wherever possible. Her expertise in fintech and user-centered design make her a valuable voice in the conversation about the role of technology in our lives.

Inclusive by Design: Bridging the gap between theory and practice
2023-06-23 08:30 - 10:00
In recent years, many organizations have introduced mandatory Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging trainings and various internal and external initiatives to address the identified challenges. But the potential of driving true inclusion and belonging goes far beyond that.
When we create or amend a service, product, digital tool, or anything else – it can be inclusive by design. It is possible to start creating in a way that ensures inclusion and accessibility for ALL people.
But what does that mean in reality?
Join Diversify and Designit to learn about inclusive design and how to translate your theoretical understanding of DEIB principles into practical action, which can drive meaningful change and foster a sense of belonging for all individuals. We will share our thoughts and tangible examples of how to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Join us for this breakfast seminar on June 23 at 8.30 am at Akersbakken 12. This session is free to attend. It is a hybrid event.
Breakfast included. The agenda for the morning and speakers will be announced soon!

This event is FREE to attend. Please register HERE.

Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace: LGBTQIA+ – Inclusion, Intersectionality & Equity
2023-06-28 13:00 - 15:00
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace is imperative for a sustainable, competitive and innovative company and society at large. Diversity also goes beyond the outward perception of a company – it includes how the internal structures work and signal the value systems of an organization’s management or leadership team.
This series is designed by Diversify to centre Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace. We look forward to seeing you!

In June, we’re celebrating Pride Month and we’re discussing Inclusion, Intersectionality & Equity within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Our speakers for the session are Nathalie Håkenstad (She/Her), Account Manager & Glamazon Co-Lead for Nordics, Justin Hester (They/Them), Vice President of Customer Value, Insights, & Industries, and Emil Novák-Tót (He/Him), DEIB Researcher and Activist. The discussion is moderated by Chisom Udeze(She/Her), DEIB Strategist, Diversify & HerSpace Founder.
This event is FREE to attend and will be held digitally. Please register below to receive the zoom link.

Speakers:
Nathalie Håkenstad (She/Her) | Account Manager & Glamazon co-lead for Nordics

Nathalie Håkenstad (she/her) is an Amazon Web Services Enterprise Account Manager, Glamazon co-lead for Nordics and board member for women@Amazon Nordics and BEN Nordics, driving ID&E discussions and initiatives forward not only internally within Amazon Web Services but also with partners and customers.

With more then 20 year experience within IT, she is also actively campaigning for Human Right Rights, focusing on LGBTQ+ community, and is a board member of FossePride, which was founded by her then 14 year old daughter Isabella.

Justin Hester (They/Them) | Vice President of Customer Value, Insights, & Industries

Justin Hester (they/them) is Vice President of Customer Value, Insights, and Industries at Cognite, leading a global team that empowers industrial companies to view data through the lens of business outcomes, with a specific focus on helping executives effect strategic change and drive top-line and bottom-line improvements across their organizations.

Prior to Cognite, Justin led a global team at PTC that consulted on digital transformation strategies, leveraging their 17+ years of manufacturing innovation and leadership experience to provide hands-on recommendations resulting in $1B+ in new revenues and cost improvements for partner firms. Justin is passionate about intersectional workplace inclusivity and LGBTQIA+ issues, and is a firm believer that everyone should work in a team and environment that allows them to freely be their authentic self at work. Justin holds an MBA, a Master of Industrial and Systems Engineering, and a BS in Computer Engineering & Industrial Robotics.

Emil Novák-Tót (He/Him) | DEIB Researcher and Activist

Emil Novák-Tót (he/him) is a researcher and DEIB practitioner with about seven years of experience in linguistic and socio-psychological research in speech, stereotypes, charisma, power, belonging and related workplace dynamics.

He has worked as a researcher at Develop Diverse almost from its founding, where he has built much of the theoretical and practical frameworks of the flagship software and surrounding services. He has contributed to designing, writing and delivering inclusive language workshops at universities and global companies alike. He is also dedicated to contributing to employee-led initiatives and advising leadership on DEIB, both internally and as an external advisor at CBS.
At the dynamic and ever-changing overlaps of various marginalised and privileged identities (white, trans, immigrant, disabled, neurodivergent), Emil strives to combine lived experience expertise and research in ways that are ethical and sustainable. He tries his best to approach topics of DEIB with bias-consciousness, an open and inquisitive mindset, radical honesty, and from a place of critical sensitivity to how today’s inequalities have been shaped by a still ongoing history of violent Western colonisation.
His current fixation is trans liberation and why it’s one of two major prerequisites to gender equality. (The other one is anti-racism, and the short answer is “because of white supremacy”).

Moderator: Chisom Udeze | DEIB Strategist & Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She writes often on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.

This event is FREE to attend and will be held digitally. Please register HERE to receive the zoom link.

Blaze Inclusion Awards 2023: Leveling Up Inclusion and Belonging in the Nordics through a Justice Lens
2023-08-15 12:00 - 13:30
The Blaze Inclusion Awards celebrate and illuminate the trailblazers – individuals and organizations – who actively and passionately uplift Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives in their workspaces, communities and society overall.
Blaze panel discussions will follow nominations and voting periods for the Blaze Inclusion awards and will take on important DEIBJ topics featuring speakers from 8 Nordic countries.
Topic for the third Blaze panel discussion is Leveling Up Inclusion and Belonging in the Nordics through a Justice Lens
The speakers for the discussion are:

Layanna Martin, Global Program Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Danfoss (Denmark);
Alexandra Morgan, Nordic Inclusion & Diversity Lead, Avanade (Sweden);
Astrid Sundberg, Advisory Board Member, Humans for Humans, People& Talent Leader (Norway);
Nivikka Witjes, Project Manager, Siu-Tsiu (Greenland).

The session will be moderated by Chisom Udeze, Founder of Diversify & Herspace.
Read more about Blaze Inclusion Awards here!

This event is FREE to attend and will be held digitally. Please register HERE to receive the zoom link.

Leading with an Anti-Racist Lens: Bias, Discrimination & Racism in the Workplace and Society
2023-08-23 17:30 - 19:30
Join us for a discussion on Leading with an Anti-Racist Lens: Bias, Discrimination & Racism in the Workplace and Society on August 23 at 17.30 CEST.
Our speakers are Chisom Udeze, DEIBJ Strategist & Founder of Diversify and HerSpace and Hatem Ben Mansour, Daglig Leder i Antirasistisk Senter. More speakers to be announced soon!

This event is open to all. It is a hybrid event so you can join us in-person or digitally. The link to join us online will be sent to you on registration. Stay tuned for the in-person location!
It is FREE to attend! Tickets available on a first come first served basis so book your spot HERE! Snacks and light refreshments included.

Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: Inclusive Communication
2023-08-30 13:00 - 15:00
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace is imperative for a sustainable, competitive and innovative company and society at large. Diversity also goes beyond the outward perception of a company – it includes how the internal structures work and signal the value systems of an organization’s management or leadership team.
This series is designed by Diversify to centre Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace. We look forward to seeing you!

How exclusionary is your written, spoken and body language? In August, together with Diversify and Nordic Talks, we’re discussing inclusive communication in the workplace.
Our speakers for the session are Safir Boukhalfa (They/Them), DEI Consultant, Founder of Safir Boukhalfa Consultancy, Writer, Chisom Udeze (She/Her), DEIB Strategist, Economist, Founder of Diversify and HerSpace, Iva Ogrizovic (She/Her), Program Director at Diversify, and Zuzana Warden (She/Her), Project and Research Manager at Diversify.

This event is FREE to attend and will be held digitally. Please register HERE to receive the zoom link.

Speakers:
Safir Boukhalfa (They/Them) | DEI Consultant, Founder of Safir Boukhalfa Consultancy, Writer
Safir is a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion consultant, writer, and founder living in Berlin, Germany. They also happen to be from Algeria and France, queer, Muslim, and Non-Binary with autism and ADHD. Their whole life, they have been exploring and looking for a place where they felt included. This journey led them to live in various countries such as Spain, France, The Netherlands, The Democratic Republic of Congo, and Germany, and work with organisations such as Zalando, Calvin Klein, and Doctors without Borders. Their purpose is to guide companies and NGOs on how to help people from marginalized communities not only to feel seen, heard, and included but also most importantly really embraced for who they are in the workplace.
Chisom Udeze (She/Her) | DEIB Strategist, Economist, Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with a particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She often writes on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.

Women in Leadership: Meryn Willetts
2023-09-05 18:00 - 19:30 | HerSpace, Strandgata 19, Oslo, 0152, Norway
At HerSpace, we are proud to be part of a collective and necessary effort to be active participants in helping women advance in their social, personal and professional lives. We have designed the Women in Leadership series as a way to amplify the voices, stories and experiences of women. Our featured women speakers have diverse backgrounds, have reached milestones in their careers, and have made an impact in their industry and communities. We all benefit when stories of challenges and wins are shared. We offer their stories, knowledge and insights to help empower you in your own journey.
Women in Leadership is a recurring event that will feature an inspirational female leader every month. If you would like to nominate a woman in your network as a way to honor her work, please reach out so our collection can grow with our community.

About the Speaker:
Meryn Willetts (She/Her) | Co-Founder of Umbrella, Leadership, Innovation and Strategy Consultant

Over her 15-year career span, Meryn has channelled her drive and passion for ‘doing business better’ through advising politicians, senior corporate leaders and up-and-coming startup founders to develop the mindset, strategies and tools to turn their vision into a reality and put a real dent in the world. She takes an unconventional approach to getting things done and relentlessly seeks out cutting-edge knowledge to integrate into her work.
Meryn is passionate about ecosystem building on a social impact level; combining talent, technology and authentic leadership to create consequential and inspiring change necessary for sociopolitical, environmental and economic progress.
Meryn speaks and moderates at various events and conferences and serves on multiple boards including; Revenue Development Fund, Oslo Blockchain Cluster and Vaffelgutta.

This is a hybrid event. Join us online or in person at HerSpace, Strandgata 19, Oslo. For those joining us online, you will receive the Zoom link on the day of the event.
This event is free for HerSpace members.
Cost:
In-person: 150NOK (includes light refreshments)
Online: 100NOK
This event is co-produced by HerSpace, Diversify and Africa Connect.
This event is funded by Oslo Kommune through their grant program ‘Measures for Gender Equality and Women’s Liberation’.

Gamification for a better future: SDG's & DEI
2023-09-26 14:00 - 16:00
Changing organisational culture is easier said than done. It’s a bit like starting to live healthier, behavioural change is required. We all know that it doesn’t happen overnight. Our workshop will give you effective tools for real change in behaviour and attitudes towards a more Diverse and Inclusive working culture. For this, we developed interactive games with a focus on the SDGs and DEI based on behavioural research.
Come and play at our workshop ‘Gamification for a better future: SDGs & DEI’ at the Oslo Innovation Week on Tuesday 26/9 at 2pm at HerSpace.

Please follow the LINK to register for the event.

Book Launch: The Art of Active Allyship
2023-09-27 17:30 - 19:30
Diversify is proud to host an inspiring evening to celebrate the book launch of “The Art of Active Allyship” by Dr. Poornima Luthra as a part of Oslo Innovation Week.
What can I do?
When it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion, it’s a question that comes up time and time again. How can we be more inclusive in our interactions with colleagues? Where can we find tangible ways to push the pendulum towards inclusion in our workplaces? How can we nurture an environment where everyone feels safe to bring their whole self to work?
In The Art of Active Allyship, Dr. Poornima Luthra identifies and expounds on the 7 behaviours that will set you on the path towards inclusive workplaces. With practical tools and concrete examples, Dr. Luthra paints a picture of everyday active allyship that everyone can use to show up as an active ally not to some, but all.

At the book launch, Dr. Luthra will share her personal journey and delve into key concepts from the book. We will also engage in a vibrant discussion with industry leaders on allyship. The other speakers joining us will be announced soon. This is an incredible opportunity to gain firsthand insights from renowned experts in the field of diversity and inclusion, connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about fostering an inclusive and equitable society and harness the transformative power of allyship.

This event is FREE to attend! The location will be announced soon. Snacks will be included. Follow the LINK to register!

About the author:

Dr. Poornima Luthra is the author of ‘The Art of Active Allyship’ and ‘Diversifying Diversity: Your guide to being an active ally of inclusion in the workplace’, and the HBR articles ‘Do your global teams see DEI as an American issue?’ and 7 ways to practice allyship’.
She is the founder and CEO of TalentED Consultancy ApS as well as Associate Professor at the Copenhagen Business School, and has spent the last fifteen years researching and teaching university courses in the field of talent management, with a focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Poornima’s work in DEI focuses on expanding the dimensions of diversity we are inclusive to with an emphasis on intersectionality, empowering individuals to be active allies of inclusion and empowering inclusive leadership. Poornima is the recipient of the Professional Women of Colour Denmark 2021 Impact award, and a finalist in the Trailblazer category of the 2022 Nordic Blaze Inclusion Awards. Most recently, Poornima has been recognised as one of the world’s 30 most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50.

Diversify Nordics Summit 2023
2023-09-29 08:30 - 17:00
The Diversify Nordics Summit (DNS) is the first-of-its-kind conference on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB). The overarching theme of DNS in 2023 is “Diversity and Inclusion through an Equity, Justice and Intersectional Lens.”
In 2023 we are bringing together intersectional stakeholders from Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Sámi/Sápmi, Sweden and Åland Islands.
We will continue to curate insights from the broader global context and will invite expertise from companies and practitioners across Europe and the United States.
Join us for a full day of insights within the following four thematic areas:

Sustainability, Compliance & Data
Leadership, Culture & Strategy
People, Talent & Culture
Technology, Innovation & Investments

Some of our speakers are: Abel Buko (He/Him), Sustainability Manager at Zimpler, Wenche Fredriksen (She/Her), SVP Head of Inclusion & Diversity, DNB, Nivikka Witjes (She/Her), Chief Operating Officer at Siu-Tsiu, Ursula Koski (She/Her), Senior Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services, Navid Ostadian-Binai (He/Him), Head of Green Vessels & Fuels at Maersk Tankers. Check our full list of speakers on our website: https://summit.diversify.no/speakers/

Our corporate partners:

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Google
The Forge.
Oslo Business Region
Oslo Innovation Week
BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt
Diversify Consult
HerSpace
Hibob
Orange Business
Expedia Group
Teint

Our country partners:

Crest Impact,
RFSL,
All of Us,
Diversity Factor,
Antirasistisk Senter,
Siu-Tsiu,
deidei,
CSR Europe,
Equality Check,
Femme Lead,
BI.

Get Your Tickets Here

The Annual Gala 2023
2023-09-30 18:00 - 22:00
The Annual is a yearly gala celebration that champions community, diversity, and co-creation for sustainable social innovation across the Nordics. The Annual gathers people from different backgrounds and walks of life, who are standouts in their fields and have shared values to bridge fragments of society into a cohesive whole.
The Annual invites us to listen, learn, springboard change, share our power and create lasting social value.

Why Attend The Annual?

You deserve a night out!
Food, delicious food.
Network, Network, Network!
Entertainment galore.
A legitimate reason to get dressed up in September.
Learn a bit more about diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.

What to Expect at The Annual?

Commune with the movers and shakers from diverse backgrounds from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Expand your horizon, network, and stimulate your intellect.
Have fun, laugh, be entertained and congregate with social innovators.

The Blaze Inclusion Awards
Join us to congratulate and celebrate the Blaze Inclusion Awards Regional Winners who will be awarded at The Annual.

Get Your Ticket

DEIB Digital Certification Courses
2023-10-06 00:00 - 2024-01-23 00:00
With the heightened urgency for diverse, equitable, inclusive, and sustainable workplaces, companies, leaders, and employees seek concrete, actionable, effective, and measurable outcomes to their initiatives. In today’s world, an organization’s culture is imperative to its success. Building an inclusive culture requires the responsibility and ownership of all stakeholders, including leaders, managers, HR, and employees.

A diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace in which people feel a sense of belonging is both a business and an ethical imperative. Unlocking and maximizing the potential of a diverse and inclusive culture requires collaboration, awareness, and nuances. With people at the center of organizations, it is important to intentionally curate an engaging and supportive work environment. Therefore, it is vital to understand the perceptual, interpersonal, systemic and psychological impacts of conscious and unconscious exclusion.

Consequently, leaders, managers, and employees need to develop and nurture the skills required to manage, lead, and thrive in diverse workplaces and teams.

LENGTH OF COURSES | 2 – 8 weeks
EFFORT | 3 – 6 hours per week
FORMAT | 100% online, live and instructor-led
Join our courses:

Inclusive Communication
Inclusive Leadership
Leading With An Anti-Racist Lens
Workplace Diversity And Inclusion – A Nuanced And Foundational Understanding
Mitigating Unconscious Bias In The Workplace
Leading And Advancing With Diversity, Equity And Inclusion

Enroll Here

Levelling up your ESG practices with a Diversity and Inclusion lens: What, Why, How
2023-10-20 08:30 - 10:00
Join PWC and Diversify for a conversation on “Levelling up your ESG practices with a Diversity and Inclusion lens: What, Why, How” on October 20, from 8.30 to 10.00 CEST at PWC office on Dronning Eufemias gate 71, 0194 Oslo.
Our speakers for the session are: Magna Kristine Sørum Saure (She/Her), Senior Manager at PWC Oslo, Chisom Udeze (She/Her), DEIB strategist, Economist, Founder of Diversify and HerSpace, Ingrid Fladberg Brucker (She/Her), Director / Head of Employment Law at PWC Oslo, and Iva Ogrizovic (She/Her), Program Director at Diversify.
This event is FREE to attend and will be held in person. Please register HERE.
Speakers:
Magna Kristine Sørum Saure (She/Her) | Senior Manager, PWC Oslo
Magna works as a DIB consultant at PwC in Oslo, and supports both PwC and its clients. She specialises in how companies can succeed with DIB through a whole system change focus, ensuring that DIB is more than a set of symbolic initiatives.

Ingrid Fladberg Brucker (She/Her) | Director / Head of Employment Law at PWC Oslo
Ingrid is a lawyer and the head of the Work Life team at PwC Law Firm. She has close to 15 years experience working with employment and non-discrimination law, and is a popular speaker and a published author.

Chisom Udeze (She/Her) | DEIB strategist, Economist, Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She writes often on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.
Iva Ogrizovic (She/Her) | Program Director, Diversify
Iva holds a Master’s in Philosophy and Comparative Literature and in her home country, Croatia, she mostly worked as a freelancer in culture event management (film and music festivals) and in production (theater and TV). For the past three years of living in Norway she has been working for a non profit organisation, Diversify, as a Program Director. Here she co-designs and manages programs for skilled immigrants addressing the difficulties they face when trying to secure relevant employment. The programs center on entrepreneurship, mentorship and professional development. Her work also involves supporting Diversify’s DEIB consultancy and training. Iva is passionate about professional and personal development and empowering people to realize and use their potential to make positive changes in their lives.

Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: Mental Health
2023-10-25 13:00 - 15:00
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace is imperative for a sustainable, competitive and innovative company and society at large. Diversity also goes beyond the outward perception of a company – it includes how the internal structures work and signal the value systems of an organization’s management or leadership team.
This series is designed by Diversify to centre Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace. We look forward to seeing you!

In October, together with Diversify and Nordic Talks, we are discussing the topic of “Mental Health: Creating and Enabling Environment for Change.”
The speakers for this session are:

Chisom Udeze (She/Her), DEIB Strategist & Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Ama Afrifa-Tchie (She/Her), Global DEI Specialist Adviser, Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Wenche Fredriksen (She/Her), SVP Head of Inclusion & Diversity at DNB
Miguel Leyva S. (He/Him), Research Analyst and DEI Associate at Diversify

Moderator: Chisom Udeze (She/Her), DEIB Strategist & Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
This event is FREE to attend and will be held digitally. Please register HERE to receive the Zoom link.

Speakers:
Chisom Udeze (She/Her) | DEIB Strategist & Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She writes often on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.
Ama Afrifa-Tchie (She/Her) | Global DEI Specialist Adviser, Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) | Culture & Inclusion | People Experience & Engagement Specialist, The Inclusion Agilist
Ama Afrifa-Tchie is a valiant cultural builder, whose specialism spans across people experience, workplace culture, diversity & inclusion, mental health and wellbeing and corporate responsibility. She is experienced in leading the design, analysis, and implementation of people-centric products/services, inclusion & wellbeing initiatives.
She works with senior leadership, management teams, and employee engagement to; embed and integrate organisational culture through behaviour, processes and systems, and seeks to promote a positive, inclusive, supportive work environment and company culture by developing and evolving programmes and initiatives that support the organisation’s mission and values.
As Global DEI specialist Adviser for NRC, she is responsible for leading NRC’s work to become an even more inclusive and diverse organisation and is responsible for defining and implementing policies and measures to promote and embed an organisational culture that embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in NRC. This includes designing, creating and implementing plans to promote diversity and inclusion within the organisation and to ensure a common understanding amongst managers and employees about what diversity, equity and inclusion mean throughout NRC’s country and regional offices, representative offices and at the Head Office.
Ama has built her career and expertise (over 15 years ‘experience) within different industries such as – start-ups, tech, professional services, legal, financial services, media & entertainment. She is the founder of The Inclusion Agilist (a culture and inclusion consultancy).
Ama has an LLB in Law and a MA in Public Relations and Public Communications. She is a Fellow of The Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce UK.
As well as serving on MAC-UK’s Board of Trustees as vice-chair, she is also a Governor on the Board of The Boxing Academy. Previous Board roles also include former Mentoring Chair of Women in Cable & Telecommunications (WITC UK), and Trustee Board member at Artswork.
Ama’s passions and interests include travelling, fitness, outdoors activities, theatre and movies, animation, and interior decor. She is an avid foodie and loves spending time with her family and socialising with friends.
Find her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ama-afrifa-tchie-frsa-9291864/
Wenche Fredriksen (She/Her) | SVP Head of Inclusion & Diversity at DNB
Wenche Fredriksen is the Head of Inclusion & Diversity and at DNB. She has worked at Accenture for 30 years, having roles within consulting, HR and as Nordic Inclusion & Diversity Lead for many years. Wenche is an inspirational storyteller who actively uses her life experiences to open people’s hearts and minds, and to build a more diverse and inclusive world.

Miguel Leyva S. (He/Him) | Research Analyst and DEI Associate at Diversify
Miguel is a psychologist by profession with experience in social programmes development and work with marginalized communities in Mexico. He is passionate about social justice, cross-cultural interactions and migration, for which he is pursuing further studies in social and cultural psychology at the University of Oslo. At Diversify he supports in development and analysis of DEIB surveys, initiatives and workshops.

Community Lunch
2023-10-27 11:30 - 13:00
Join us to connect with a diverse and versatile community of wonderful souls, over delicious and nutritious vegetarian food.

Join Diversify team for a delicious celebration of fall!
Please email us at sayantani@herspace.no in case of any allergies.
This event is free for HerSpace Members.
Cost: NOK150
Max attendees: 20
Please register your attendance HERE

Sister Circle: A Gathering for Black, Brown & Women of Colour
2023-10-31 18:00 - 20:00
As Black, Brown and Women of Colour, sometimes, we might feel that we exist in a world, with systems and structures that were not built for us. So, we navigate, negotiate, cover or fit in, because it makes us feel safe. Nonetheless, it can be very isolating.
The Sister Circle is a non judgmental space created exclusively for Black, Brown and Women of Colour to hold space and safely explore their experiences, feelings and emotions in a supportive environment where you neither have to explain or defend your reality.
The session, facilitated by Chisom Udeze, is an opportunity to find connection and solidarity; a space to speak your truth, share your feelings to whatever degree you feel comfortable, celebrate your wins, simply listen, or find solace in the company of other women.
The Sister Circle is for Black, Brown and Women of Colour who are: strong, loud, quiet, mothers, shy, bold, working, stay-at-home, entrepreneurs, students, job-seekers, multi-taskers… we invite you to come as you are. You are magical, worthy and needed.
We invite you to make and take S P A C E in authentic connection, to benefit from the wisdom of your sisters as we connect over stories, challenges and triumphs. Sisters’ Circle is a much needed space for women of colour to exhale, and connect with people who truly see and hear you, as you are.
When you leave this session, we hope you will feel loved, seen, heard and empowered. We look forward to seeing you.
** Please note that in order to create a safe and supportive space, we will “close the doors” and begin promptly at 18:05. Please arrive on time. **

Cost: NOK100
**This event is free for HerSpace members.**
Maximum attendees: 20
We want this event to be accessible to all. If your financial situation is preventing you from attending this event, please email sayantani@herspace.no

Please register your attendance HERE

Reflect and Align – Mindset and Alignment Workshop
2023-11-07 18:00 - 19:15 | HerSpace, Strandgata 19, Oslo, 0152, Norway
Reflect and Align – Mindset and Alignment Workshop
This 60-minute workshop aims to support and guide you to reflect and assess how life has been for you on a personal and professional level in 2022. We will celebrate your wins, learn from the ‘less ideal moments’ so that you are in alignment with your goals and values for 2023.
This workshop is a journey inwards! You will, “Disconnect Externally and Reconnect Internally.”
Disconnect from the outside world and the noise for a moment, and reconnect with your authentic voice, intuition and dreams.
You will be guided to check in with yourself to nurture your mind and spirit in a safe and supported space.
Our time together will consist of:

Guided meditation for the mind, body and soul
Powerful journaling prompts so that you experience deep reflection, downloads and growth
Live Coaching!

This workshop is for you if:

You’ve been living on autopilot and want to take charge in areas of your life such as career, finances, relationships and well-being
You have a specific goal you want to achieve but have been experiencing self- doubt, self-sabotage, procrastination, fear of failure and/or imposter syndrome
You want to create healthy goals and intention for 2023 and let go of what’s not been serving you this year
You are yearning for meaning, purpose and passion in your relations, work and everyday life
You want to take a step back, reflect on the year and simply experience guidance and support as you celebrate the end of the year

If you’ve said YES to one or more of these bullet points, then this workshop is for you! We’re going to explore, release, create and have fun.
This event is funded by Oslo Kommune through their grant program ‘Measures for Gender Equality and Women’s Liberation’.

Date: Tuesday November 7th, 2023
Time: 18:00-19:15
Location: In-person at HerSpace – Strandgata 19, 0152 Oslo
Cost: 200nok
Maximum attendees: 15
This event is free for HerSpace members
What you’ll need for this workshop:

Notebook/Journal & pen
An open mind
Willingness to tune inwards so that you create the change you desire

Mayce Dagdoni is a Mindset Coach, podcaster and well-being facilitator. Her work is rooted in creating social change by guiding people towards intentional living through the cultivation of mindfulness practices, modern psychology and creativity.

Climate Justice: Why Intersectionality Matters
2023-11-15 12:00 - 13:00
What has the climate crisis got to do with the struggle for racial, social, and economic justice? Communities already resisting marginalisation and discrimination bear the brunt of the climate crisis today. Yet, the climate movement and climate lawmakers fail to take their needs and perspectives into account. They should have a central and leading role in the fight for climate justice. In this session, Diversify will delve into the dynamic interplay of justice and intersectionality, while Systemic Justice will speak about building the power of communities to campaign for climate justice, and the role communities could be playing in pushing for the courts and other decision makers to take an intersectional approach to climate.

Speakers:
Nani Jansen Reventlow (She/Her) | Founder of Systemic Justice
Nani Jansen Reventlow is the Founder of Systemic Justice. Nani is an award-winning human rights lawyer specialised in strategic litigation at the intersection of human rights, social justice, and technology. She has more than 15 years of experience as a litigator. Prior to setting up Systemic Justice, Nani founded and built the Digital Freedom Fund, an organisation that advances digital rights through strategic litigation in Europe.

Jonathan McCully (He/Him) | Head of Legal at Systemic Justice
Jonathan McCully is Systemic Justice’s Head of Legal and oversees legal projects and litigation work. He has nearly a decade of experience working on human rights litigation, as well as designing and facilitating the production of resources for building knowledge around strategic litigation.

Chisom Udeze (She/Her) | DEIB Strategist, Economist, Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She writes often on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.

Please register your attendance HERE

Climate Justice: Why Intersectionality Matters
2023-11-21 17:00 - 18:00
What has the climate crisis got to do with the struggle for racial, social, and economic justice? Communities already resisting marginalisation and discrimination bear the brunt of the climate crisis today. Yet, the climate movement and climate lawmakers fail to take their needs and perspectives into account. They should have a central and leading role in the fight for climate justice. In this session, Diversify will delve into the dynamic interplay of justice and intersectionality, while Systemic Justice will speak about building the power of communities to campaign for climate justice, and the role communities could be playing in pushing for the courts and other decision makers to take an intersectional approach to climate.

Speakers:
Nani Jansen Reventlow (She/Her) | Founder of Systemic Justice
Nani Jansen Reventlow is the Founder of Systemic Justice. Nani is an award-winning human rights lawyer specialised in strategic litigation at the intersection of human rights, social justice, and technology. She has more than 15 years of experience as a litigator. Prior to setting up Systemic Justice, Nani founded and built the Digital Freedom Fund, an organisation that advances digital rights through strategic litigation in Europe.

Jonathan McCully (He/Him) | Head of Legal at Systemic Justice
Jonathan McCully is Systemic Justice’s Head of Legal and oversees legal projects and litigation work. He has nearly a decade of experience working on human rights litigation, as well as designing and facilitating the production of resources for building knowledge around strategic litigation.

Chisom Udeze (She/Her) | DEIB Strategist, Economist, Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She writes often on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.
Moderator
Sayantani Saha (She/Her) | Community and Marketing Manager

Sayantani has diverse work experience across different fields. She has worked as a copy editor in a newspaper, a buyer and merchandiser in a retail organisation and as a social media professional in various organisations back in India. At HerSpace and Diversify, she manages community events and programs, supports the organisations’ DEIB initiatives and takes care of all things social media.

Through her broad range of experience, Sayatani is skilled in project management, marketing and social media and community development. Sayantani has a Bachelor’s in Political Science and Masters in Fashion Management.

To register your attendance HERE

Women’s Circle
2023-11-27 18:00 - 20:00
Women’s Circle is a non judgmental, gently facilitated listening and support group for women to hold space and show up for ourselves and each other. The session is an opportunity to find stillness, connection and solidarity; a space to speak your truth, if you feel moved to and process what is present in you. Inspired by peer counseling approaches and Brigid Russell’s Spaces for Listening, the format provides equal opportunity for all who want to share what is on their mind and in their heart.
We invite you to make S P A C E and find sanctuary in compassionate connection, to benefit from the wisdom of other women by witnessing their stories, pains and triumphs. Women’s Circle is a unique and rare space to let go of the identity veils we maintain, to come exactly as you are and connect with people that empathise with your situation and hold space for your unique set of circumstances and experiences. You are invited to share as much or as little as you wish, or just listen to others.

The session will be gently facilitated and will include poems, prose and other offerings to guide discussion and support reflection.
Women’s Circle is held at HerSpace (Strandgata 19, 0152 Oslo) where there will be opportunity to stay and chat after the session, with warm tea by candlelight.
When you leave this session we hope you will feel nurtured and lifted in your spirit. We look forward to seeing you.
** Please note that in order to create a safe and supportive space, we will “close the doors” and begin promptly at 18:05. Please arrive on time. **

Cost: NOK100
Please register HERE to attend.
**This event is free for HerSpace members.**
Maximum attendees: 20
We want this event to be accessible to all. If your financial situation is preventing you from attending this event, please email sayantani@diversify.no.

Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: Disability Inclusion
2023-11-29 13:00 - 15:00
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace is imperative for a sustainable, competitive and innovative company and society at large. Diversity also goes beyond the outward perception of a company – it includes how the internal structures work and signal the value systems of an organization’s management or leadership team.
This series is designed by Diversify to center Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace. We look forward to seeing you!

In November, together with Diversify and Nordic Talks, we are discussing the topic of Disability Inclusion. The speakers for this session are: Salamatu Kamara (She/Her), Special Adviser and Activist, Kamara’s Utopia, Edson Lopes (He/Him), Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Senior Manager at Yara International, Tor Andreas Bremnes (He/Him), Managing Director at InClue AS. The session will be moderated by Chisom Udeze (She/Her), DEIB Strategist & Founder of Diversify, Diversify Consult and HerSpace.
This event is FREE to attend and will be held digitally. Please register HERE to receive the Zoom link.

Speakers:
Salamatu Kamara (She/Her) | Special Adviser and Activist, Kamara’s Utopia
Salamatu lights up when talking about the things she is most passionate about: disabled rights, anti-racism and women’s rights. Originally from Sierra Leone, she was raised in Norway from the age of three where she has always been outspoken about the things that are most important to her. Through her business “Kamara’s Speech,” she also works as a motivational speaker and most recently spoke at the 2022 Global Disability Summit about disability rights. Since 2021, Salamatu has been a news anchor on Supernytt on NRK Super TV channel, a part of the Norwegian Broadcasting Cooperation. In 2023, she joined the team at Medvind Assistanse.

Edson Lopes (He/Him) | Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Senior Manager at Yara International
Edson is a proud gay Brazilian living in the captivating landscapes of Norway. His journey through a rich tapestry of diverse cultures and continents has ultimately led him to his current role as a Global Senior Leadership Development Manager and a vital member of the DEI Core Team at Yara International in Norway.

With a career spanning since 2008, Edson’s focus has been on Human Resources, specializing in the holistic growth of individuals and passionate advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Edson is not only a professional but also a compassionate counselor and dedicated volunteer lead at “Eternamente Sou,” a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Brazil. Eternamente Sou is committed to providing support and empowerment to elderly LGBTQ+ individuals. Edson’s educational journey is marked by a bachelor’s degree in Pedagogy, an MBA in Project Management, and a master’s degree in business management.
Tor Andreas Bremnes (He/Him) | Managing Director at InClue AS

Tor is an economist, leader, entrepreneur, with a great passion for creating a world where we unlock the potential in each of us. His greatest strength is curiosity and drive, it also happens to be that he has cerebral palsy, some hearing and sight loss, and is engaged to his wonderful fiancée Thomas.

In 2021 he won NHO Norway’s speaker of the year. Working for the re-humanization of recruitment-processes, InClue’s vision is paving the way for inclusive recruitment targeting PwDs way into the workplace!

Moderator: Chisom Udeze (She/Her) | DEIB Strategist & Founder of Diversify and HerSpace
Chisom is an Economist, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Strategist, and a 3 times founder of impact driven companies. She has over 14 years of experience working with organizations like the European Commission, The United Nations, ExxonMobil and The Economist Group. Chisom is analytical and a data enthusiast. She is passionate about interrogating the cross-sectoral relationship between society’s inhabitants, resources, production, technology, distribution and output. She efficiently and effectively unlocks complex systems, interprets data, forecasts socio-economic trends and conducts research.
Having lived and worked in 7 countries across 3 continents, she is highly adaptable to different circumstances and people, and thrives in uncertain environments.
As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, Chisom and her team work with companies, institutions, governments and civil society to develop sustainable DEIB strategies and embed measurable diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace and society. In addition, in 2022, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit, the largest conference in the Nordics that gathers cross-sectoral stakeholders to amplify DEIB in the Nordics and beyond.
In 2020, she founded HerSpace, a diverse and inclusive co-creation community for all genders, with particular focus on women and non-binary people. In 2022, HerSpace launched HerTech, Women in Tech incubator, for women-led companies, with a focus on the inclusion of diverse founders.
Chisom is a thought-leader in DEIB and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She writes often on DEIB and justice related topics, some of her work is published on Forbes.

Community Lunch
2023-12-08 11:30 - 13:00
Join us to connect with a diverse and versatile community of wonderful souls, over delicious and nutritious vegetarian food.

In November, we invite you to celebrate Día de Muertos (the Day of the Dead) with traditional vegetarian Mexican food prepared by Kenia Díaz Vincent and Miguel Angel Leyva Salas from Diversify, who are both originally from Mexico 🇲🇽
Día de Muertos is a vibrant and culturally rich Mexican holiday dedicated to honoring and remembering loved ones who have passed away. Families create ofrendas, or altars, adorned with marigolds, sugar skulls, and their departed relatives’ favorite foods to welcome their spirits back to the living world. Parades, lively music, and intricately designed calavera (skull) face paint add a festive and lively touch to this beautiful tradition, showcasing the Mexican people’s deep connection with their ancestors.
Please email us at sayantani@herspace.no in case of any allergies.
This event is free for HerSpace Members.
Cost: NOK150
Max attendees: 20
Please register your attendance HERE

Lunch & Learn: Styrke Inkludering På Arbeidsplassen i 2024
2024-01-18 11:30 - 12:30
Join us for Diversify Consult’s first Lunch & Learn session in Norwegian for a conversation between Iva Ogrizovic from Diversify Consult, Sumeet Singh Patpatia, Global DEI Head at Schibsted and Thomas Benestad, Senior Manager at Capgemini Invent.
The topic for the discussion is Strengthening Inclusion in the Workplace in 2024. This session aims to provide valuable insights, strategies, and best practices for fostering a truly inclusive work environment in the new year.
This event is FREE to attend. Please register below to receive the zoom link.
RSVP Here!
(Norwegian Below)
Bli med på vår første Lunch &Learn økt på norsk for en samtale mellom Iva Ogrizovic fra Diversify Consult, Sumeet Singh Patpatia, Global DEI Head i Schibsted og Thomas Benestad, Senior Manager i Capgemini Invent.
Temaet for diskusjonen er Styrke inkludering på arbeidsplassen i 2024. Denne samtalen har som mål å gi verdifull innsikt, strategier og beste praksis for å fremme et virkelig inkluderende arbeidsmiljø i det nye året.Denne økten er en del av Diversify Consults Lunch and Learn-serie.
Dette arrangementet er GRATIS. Registrer deg for å motta zoomlenken.
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Practical Guide to Funding with Per Olve Tobiassen
2024-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 | HerSpace, Strandgata 19, Oslo, 0152, Norway
We are excited to invite you to this in-person workshop with Per Olve Tobiassen. Learn actionable tips for securing funding and gain a deeper understanding of the mindset behind investment decisions, all in one engaging session.
13. February 18.00 – 20.00 (in-person)

A Practical Guide to Job Searching
2024-02-22 10:00 - 11:00
February 10.00 – 11.00 (online)

Join our online seminar where we’ll be sharing practical tips and strategies to help you navigate the job market in Norway. Learn how to optimize your CV, leverage networking opportunities, and successfully apply to positions that match your skills and goals.

Lunch & Learn: Driving Sustainability and Inclusion through Inner Development Goals
2024-02-23 12:00 - 13:30
Join us for a digital discussion on Driving Sustainability and Inclusion through Inner Development Goals with Chisom Udeze, Founder of Diversify Consult, Diversify & HerSpace and Dr. Fredrik Lindencrona, Head of Research Co-creation at the Inner Development Goals on February 23, 2024 from 12.00 to 13.30 CET.
This event will be held in collaboration with Inner Development Goals. In this event, we will discuss the principles of ways of thinking that underpin the concept of Inner Development Goals (IDGs). IDGs are the transformational skills and qualities that help us to live purposeful, sustainable, and productive lives. They are fundamental in the work to reach the Sustainable Development Goals. To illustrate the real-world impact of these principles, we will explore compelling case studies to showcase how the application of IDGs has contributed to positive change, emphasizing the intersectionality of sustainable development and inclusive practices.
Chisom will share insights from her extensive experience as a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategist, shedding light on how diversity and inclusion strategies can be integrated with inner development practices to drive sustainable impact. Dr. Fredrik Lindencrona will draw from his role as Head of Research Co-creation at Inner Development Goals, to offer valuable insights into the broader implications of cultivating inner development for societal and environmental well-being.
This collaborative event with Inner Development Goals aims to diversify perspectives on the application of inner development principles. Attendees will gain practical knowledge on leveraging these principles to drive sustainability impact and foster inclusion within their personal and professional spheres.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with thought leaders and gain actionable insights. Register now and join us on this journey towards a more sustainable and inclusive future.
RSVP HERE
Speakers Include:
Dr. Fredrik Lindencrona, PhD is one of the people initiating the IDG initiative in 2020. Fredrik is a licensed psychologist who has been engaged in policy and systems work focusing on human capabilities and wellbeing for transformation during more than 20 years. Fredrik has been actively engaged in international collaboration with international entities such as OECD, WHO, EU and with several countries such as Canada and US, and cities such as New York City.

Chisom Udeze, A seasoned Economist and six-times founder, brings over 15 years of leadership experience, driving organizational change and sustainable impact. With a global perspective from working in 7 countries across three continents, she excels in uncertain environments. Collaborating with entities like the European Commission, The United Nations and The Economist Group, she is adept at building relationships with diverse stakeholders. As the founder of Diversify and Diversify Consult, she spearheads the development of sustainable and data-driven Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) strategies for companies, governments, and civil society. Notably, Diversify launched the Diversify Nordics Summit in 2022, a significant conference advancing DEIB in the Nordics. Chisom’s commitment to inclusivity extends to HerSpace, a co-creation community, and HerTech, a Women in Tech incubator launched in 2022, prioritizing women, non-binary folk and diversity in leadership. A thought leader in DEIB and advocate for mental health, her writings on these topics, featured in Forbes, underscore her influence.
