Harnessing Inclusive Strategies

Welcome to Episode 8 of the SDG in Action Podcast, “Harnessing Inclusive Strategies: Health, Equality, and Growth for Business and Society.” Hosted by our Finance and Operations Manager, Dominick Mitchell (former Financial Officer), this episode dives into how businesses can accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through inclusive strategies that benefit customers, society, and the planet. The focus is on three critical SDGs: Goal 3: Good Health and Wellbeing, Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, and Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.

Joining the conversation are Brooke Tucker-Reid, Global Head of Sustainability Strategy and Reporting at Manulife, and Michelle Joy Rafat, Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Manulife Canada. Together, they share innovative approaches to fostering inclusive workplaces, advancing health equality, and promoting access to financial opportunities for underserved communities. From strategizing influential Impact Agenda to implementing community partnerships like Kiva and Trans Canada Trail, their experiences will inspire you to drive progress on the sustainability journey.

This episode also explores building psychological safety in the workplace, applying human-centred design to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, and tailoring these strategies to suit local contexts. Learn how leadership accountability and employee resource groups contribute to cultivating a corporate culture of inclusion, equity, and respect. Gain insights into real-life examples of how the UN Global Compact helps businesses tackle systemic challenges like modern slavery and advance responsible practices.

Sponsored by Element Fleet Management, this episode offers valuable perspectives on how businesses in Canada and around the world can align their strategies with the Global Goals to create a healthier, more equitable future. Listen now and be part of the change!