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Global Inclusion in Practice Podcast

Global Inclusion in Practice Podcast

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 Listen in on the behind-the-scenes stories of DEI change-makers from around the world and be inspired to make a difference in your own work. In the Global Inclusion in Practice Podcast, Vivian Acquah and Marjolijn Vlug have kitchen table conversations with DEI professionals, representatives, advocates, and allies. Their personal stories tell you that you are not alone in your endeavors to create a more inclusive world. Let’s share perspectives on what sustains us in creating lasting change in different parts of the world.

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  • Everyday Habits for Change Makers: insights from Change Facilitator Adam Kahane

    Everyday Habits for Change Makers: insights from Change Facilitator Adam Kahane
    Dec 8 2025
    “Every single one of us has bells that we can ring; that are within our reach. They may be hidden. They may not be obvious. They may be unfamiliar. But there is something every one of us can do within our reach. What it requires is to forget your perfect offering. Forget the hope that it will be perfect, or we know what will happen, or our collaborators will be perfect, or we will be perfect.” - Adam KahaneAdam Kahane is a facilitator of processes through which organizations and leaders in society and business collaborate to address the biggest challenges. He is a co-founder of the consultancy agency Reos Partners and the author of six books on topics such as facilitation, power, collaboration, and transforming systems.“I’m grateful to see a person who has such a positive influence on how people can work better, how people can see things from a different light, but also how we humanise our approach in collaborating and facilitation. How can we not only look towards war, but also see the love that is connected with that. I see you having a lot of influence, and with influence and power comes great responsibility. The way that you carry that responsibility is admirable.” - Vivian AcquahA thoughtful, honest, and deeply curious person, Adam explores complex collaborations with unlike others, power dynamics, and lasting ways to work on systems change. Based in Montreal, he has explored the systems change in South Africa after apartheid, learned from peace negotiations in Colombia, and much more. He talks with change makers all around the world.“Try to take care of yourself and be properly you know, grounded in all physical and mental and spiritual respects, it doesn’t have to be something complicated or esoteric, but take care of yourself, because if you’re seriously out of balance in any dimension, you’re not going to be of much help to other people, and you’re not going to be able to do your job.” - Adam KahaneIn this episode:* Adam Kahane and his work* What made Adam say yes to the work he does* Key everyday habits for change makers* Acting responsibly* Ingredients that shape your impact in the world* Ubuntu and community thinking* Stood points and changing your mind* Persevering and resting* Adam’s inspirations* Working with cracks🎧 Listen to the full episode You’ll find it on your favourite podcast app or via the player at the top of this page.“We will be using the habits in the book Everyday Habits For Transforming Systems throughout this season to talk with other guests. We’ve been learning so much about how all of these habits are important. We mentioned a few of them in this conversation, and there are more. I warmly recommend this book.” - Marjolijn VlugAbout Adam KahaneAdam Kahane is a facilitator of processes through which business, government, and civil society leaders collaborate to address their most important and intractable challenges. He is a Co-Founder of Reos Partners and the author of six books.Connect with Adam viaWebsite adamkahane.comLinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/adam-kahaneResourcesBooks:* Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems: The Catalytic Power of Radical Engagement - Adam Kahane https://reospartners.com/everyday-habits-for-transforming-systems* Collaborating with the Enemy (2nd edition) - Adam Kahane https://reospartners.com/resource-library/collaborating-with-the-enemy* Lived Fully, Felt Deeply: A Dialogue with Self - Reshmi Nashier https://notionpress.com/in/read/lived-fully-felt-deeply-paperbackVideos:* Leonard Cohen - Different Sides * Leonard Cohen - Anthem Note:* Linguist Wim Daniëls coined the term ‘stoodpoint’ (stondpunt) in a Dutch radio column in 2013. A stoodpoint is a standpoint you have since abandoned; a reversed position, a profound change of mind.Boost Effective Team Collaboration with Actionable Inclusion Training by Vivian & MarjolijnWhen your organization wants to elevate its inclusion practices for effective team collaboration, consider hiring Vivian Acquah and Marjolijn Vlug, the dynamic hosts of the Global Inclusion in Practice Podcast.Renowned for their expertise in Inclusion, Vivian and Marjolijn bring an engaging and practical approach that resonates with teams at all levels. Their training offers more than just theoretical knowledge—it’s full of actionable strategies that empower organizations to create inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.By tapping into their wealth of experience and fresh perspectives, your team will gain valuable insights and the tools to embed inclusion into the fabric of your workplace culture.With Vivian and Marjolijn, prepare for impactful sessions that inspire real change.Send a message via Substack via the button below or via LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit globalinclusioninpractice.substack.com
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    57 mins
  • At the Kitchen Table: Reflections and Realities of Inclusive Change

    At the Kitchen Table: Reflections and Realities of Inclusive Change
    Nov 25 2025
    “Increase your capacity to stay grounded, creative, and open to navigate everything that’s happening.We’re seeing a lot of change. We’re seeing a lot of choppy waters. And if you want to keep cooking up great impact, just as if you’re a chef on a ship sailing choppy waters, you’re going to have to work with that and still make it great.” - Marjolijn VlugIn this new season of the Global Inclusion in Practice podcast, we invite you to our virtual kitchen table. Here, over the metaphoric aromas of comfort food and coffee, in the warmth of shared stories, we explore our collective work and lives. We bring together wisdom, hope, and realness.Pull up a chair and join the conversation.If you’re feeling like the ground is moving beneath your feet with this work, you’re definitely not alone.“What we have learned is that this is a moment of challenge, but it’s also an opportunity for all of us to get even more creative, more innovative and more strategic about how we approach inclusion” - Vivian AcquahThis is what’s happening, and this is what we create from.In this episode:* What’s ahead this season* The essence of what we do* What we have learned recently that is important for other inclusion change makers to hear right now* Our vision: the north star of this ship* Adjusting the way we show up, for the benefit of the impact we want to create* Our freshest resources and recommendations for learning and inspiration“If you are doing inclusion work right now, you need courage, you need creativity, you need community, but you also need to have grace, a lot of grace for yourself, but also for others. And you need to know that you are not alone in figuring out these challenging situations. That’s what we want to support in this season.” - Vivian Acquah🎧 Listen to the full episode You’ll find it on your favourite podcast app or via the player at the top of this page.About Vivian:Vivian Acquah, CDE®, is a Certified Inclusion Strategist dedicated to fostering high-performance environments where individuals feel valued, empowered, and equipped to thrive. With a strategic emphasis on breaking down systemic barriers to performance, she provides customised solutions to address the distinct challenges organisations encounter.With a name that literally translates to ‘water,’ Vivian has become an extinguisher of fires related to inclusion, providing clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM and Zalando with tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes.WebsiteBook a callLinkedinInstagramAbout Marjolijn:Marjolijn Vlug, a certified coach from Amsterdam, the Netherlands, specializes in partnering with DEI professionals, advocates and allies to create positive change and sustain their journey. With clarity, integrity and warmth, she helps navigate the challenges of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion work, building on your inner drive and leveraging your strengths for lasting impact.WebsiteBook a chatLinkedInInstagramBoost Effective Team Collaboration with Actionable Inclusion Training by Vivian & MarjolijnWhen your organization wants to elevate its inclusion practices for effective team collaboration, consider hiring Vivian Acquah and Marjolijn Vlug, the dynamic hosts of the Global Inclusion in Practice Podcast.Renowned for their expertise in Inclusion, Vivian and Marjolijn bring an engaging and practical approach that resonates with teams at all levels. Their training offers more than just theoretical knowledge—it’s full of actionable strategies that empower organizations to create inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.By tapping into their wealth of experience and fresh perspectives, your team will gain valuable insights and the tools to embed inclusion into the fabric of your workplace culture.With Vivian and Marjolijn, prepare for impactful sessions that inspire real change.Send a message via Substack via the button below or via LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit globalinclusioninpractice.substack.com
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    55 mins
  • Reflections and Resilience: Ending Season 2 with Hope

    Reflections and Resilience: Ending Season 2 with Hope
    Apr 16 2025
    “I see hope, and I also see an opportunity for us to be strategic, going stealth mode, and be resourceful in the way that we do our work.” - Vivian AcquahAs we conclude the second season of the Global Inclusion in Practice podcast, we’re grateful for the enriching episodes in this series and inspiring guests from various corners of the world, and across the spectrum of DEI, sharing their stories, their perspectives, and their context.What we appreciate about our conversations is that we talk about practical, pragmatic things and we also go deep. We are Vivian Acquah and Marjolijn Vlug, two women from different backgrounds coming with a supportive approach.Embracing joy and laughing together is part of how we maintain the energy and optimism we need. The vibe that we create together informs a safe space, positive approach and strong stance in our collective growth.The show notes for this episode are loaded, to provide you with inspiration!We do all this to let you know you are supported, so that you feel this podcast gives you some oxygen for the work that you're doing, that you feel the love and that you can learn from so many other change makers who are doing similar work. This is about connecting across distances, across areas and fields, across experiences. The connection is the thing. What is essential is that we are all human beings with a heart for inclusion and change-making. “Let your heart bring joy, let your heart bring curiosity, let your heart bring connection, and sometimes an “oh, no no no” with truth from the heart.” - Marjolijn VlugSee you next season!LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE WITH THE PLAYER AT TOP OF PAGE.Or in your favorite podcast app.About Vivian:Vivian Acquah, CDE®, is a Certified Inclusion Strategist dedicated to fostering high-performance environments where individuals feel valued, empowered, and equipped to thrive. With a strategic emphasis on breaking down systemic barriers to performance, she provides customised solutions to address the distinct challenges organisations encounter.With a name that literally translates to 'water,' Vivian has become an extinguisher of fires related to inclusion, providing clients such as Heineken, LinkedIn, Google, Indeed, Deloitte, TIBCO, Cargill, Swift, Acrolinx, KLM and Zalando with tangible strategies for embracing inclusive changes. * Website* Book a call* Linkedin* InstagramAbout Marjolijn:Marjolijn Vlug, a certified coach from Amsterdam, the Netherlands, specializes in partnering with DEI professionals, advocates and allies to create positive change and sustain their journey.With clarity, integrity and warmth, she helps navigate the challenges of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion work, fostering inner drive and leveraging strengths for lasting impact.* Website* Book a chat* LinkedIn * Instagram Empower Your Team with Actionable Inclusion Training by Vivian & MarjolijnWhen your organization wants to elevate its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, consider hiring Vivian Acquah and Marjolijn Vlug, the dynamic hosts of the Global Inclusion in Practice Podcast.Renowned for their expertise in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Vivian and Marjolijn bring an engaging and practical approach that resonates with teams at all levels. Their training offers more than just theoretical knowledge—it’s full of actionable strategies that empower organizations to create inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.By tapping into their wealth of experience and fresh perspectives, your team will gain valuable insights and the tools to embed inclusion into the fabric of your workplace culture.With Vivian and Marjolijn, prepare for impactful sessions that inspire real change.Send a message via Substack via the button below or via LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit globalinclusioninpractice.substack.com
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    1 hr and 8 mins
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