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13:30pm

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14:00pm

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14:10pm – 14:40pm

 

PANEL – POWER AS COLLEAGUES
 
  • Taking control of your career and making your voice heard
  • The power of speaking up as a collective to effect change
  • The importance of preparation and doing your homework to be an effective advocate
  • Strategies for preserving your peace and well-being while advocating for change.

Shereen Daniels (Author + Managing Director HR rewired + Chair, African Diaspora Economic Inclusion Foundation)
Christian Smalls (Founder & President of the Amazon Labour Union)
Kudsia Batool – (TUCs Head of Equalities and Strategy)

 

14:45pm – 15:05pm

KEYNOTE  – POWER AS CONSUMERS
 
  • What is the extent of our economic impact, and why is this an important consideration when it comes to Black culture?
  • What are some concrete solutions for Black creators and inventors, as well as corporations that profit from Black culture?

 

Tommy Johnson (Founder + CEO, Made With Black Culture)

15:10pm – 15:25pm

LIGHTENING TALK – POWER OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGY

  • What is Web3 and how does it differ from the current web we use today
  • The potential of blockchain technology to transform industries and change the way we interact with data and digital assets
  • An overview of NFTs and how they are changing the art world, gaming and other industries through digital ownership and scarcity”

NinjaTea (Co-Founder, Blockchain Sensei)
Dominika Dzienisz (Head of Design, Blockchain Sensei)
Crypto Kaffy (CGO, Gamestation)

15:35pm – 16:00pm

PANEL  – POWER AS PUBLIC SERVANTS
 
  • How can we amplify our advocacy efforts to achieve greater progress towards racial equity?
  • What are the latest legislative developments that hold the promise of bringing about positive change?
  • What are some practical ways in which everyday citizens can take an active role in ensuring that the voices of those most impacted by racial disparities are heard and acted upon?

Laura Kerby (CEO, Prostate Cancer)
Tyrell Davis-Douglin (Mr Prospect CIC)
Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP (Labour Member of Parliament for Streatham, London)

16:00pm – 16:30pm

PANEL  – POWER AS LEADERS
 
  • How can you use your influence to offer opportunities for others
  • Balancing passion for change, as someone impacted by racism with the responsibilities of leading an organization or team
  • Supporting and mentoring the next generation of Black leaders, with practical examples to follow

Shereen Daniels (Author + Managing Director, HR rewired + Chair, African Diaspora Economic Inclusion Foundation)
Clara Odero (CEO, Credrails)
Isabella Mascarenhas (Vice President, Grass Roots Education & Social Impact – RS)
Oyinkansola Adebayo (CEO + Founder, Niyo Group)

 

16:50pm – 17:15pm

PANEL  – POWER OF BRANDS
 
  • How brands can leverage their influence to drive positive social justice outcomes
  • The opportunities and considerations involved in engaging differently with Black communities, talent, colleagues, and consumers
  • Strategies for incorporating racial equity into a brand’s product and service offerings, with lessons learned from real-world examples

Reeta Loi (Storyteller + Strategist)
Nick Croucher (Lead Partner, Frazer Jones UK)
Elfried Samba (Chief Community Officer, IOCONIC + CEO, Butterfly 3ffect)

17:20pm – 17:55pm

PANEL  – POWER OF MEDIA
 
  • The role of media in shaping public opinion and How it influences societal views on race and racial equity
  • Strategies for promoting accurate and nuanced representation of Black communities and culture in film and media, and The role of media companies in advancing racial equity
  • The impact of social media and alternative media sources on traditional media, and The opportunities they present forBlack and Global Majority communities to tell their own stories.

 

Folu Merriman-Johnson (Global Creative Director, Netflix)
Tamsin Summers (Managing Director, Drummer Television)
Jen Reid (Author, Activist, Public Speaker & Ambassador of Cargo Classroom)

18:00pm – 18:25pm

FIRESIDE CHAT – POWER AS ENTREPRENEURS
 
  • The often untold truths of becoming an entrepreneur
  • The mindset and skills required to succeed in this exciting and challenging field
  • Lessons learned along The way, with practical advice for those already on The entrepreneurial path, or considering it.

Mark Maciver (Author + CEO, SliderCuts)
Shereen Daniels (Author + Managing Director, HR rewired + Chair, African Diaspora Economic Inclusion Foundation)

18:45pm – 19:15pm

PANEL  – POWER OF FASHION
 
  • Culture appropriation versus appreciation
  • Action beyond representation – substantive changes impacting on what’s created and how people consume fashion
  • Access to fashion – how do we democratise and decolonise fashion for accessible exclusivity

Maliha Shoaib (Editorial Associate, Vogue Business – Conde Nast)
Sharon D. Lloyd (Senior Academic, MA Make-up & Hair Futures, Solent University + Race, Equality & Education Advisor, British Beauty Council)
Jason Jules (Author, Stylist, Designer – Garmsville)
Jemma Garner (Principle D& I Business Developer, Zalando)

19:15pm – 19:25pm

KEYNOTE – POWER AS A COLLECTIVE
 

Shereen Daniels (Author + Managing Director, HR rewired + Chair, African Diaspora Economic Inclusion Foundation)

 

19:25pm – 20:00pm

AFTER PARTY & DJ
 
VIRTUAL DOORS CLOSE: 8pm (GMT)