Soho House x Male Allies Workshop

I want to thank the men of Soho House for participating in my #allbright Male Allies workshop. It was truly inspiring to see their genuine interest in supporting their female and underrepresented colleagues while fostering a transformative work culture. 🙏

The hashtag#MeToo and hashtag#blacklivesmatter movement, along with the disparities exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, have really brought the issue of white male privilege to the forefront. It's high time that white men and all men in positions of power step up and actively work towards creating diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizations. 👨‍💼

In the past, leaders have often left the responsibility of promoting diversity to HR, but they must now leverage their power and make a real change. Unfortunately, many white male leaders tend to shy away from discussing racism, fail to acknowledge their privilege, and underestimate the complexity of these issues.

That's where allyship comes in - it's a strategic approach to becoming collaborators, advocates, and sponsors in the fight against injustice. It's about nurturing relationships, advocating for others, and striving for systemic improvements. We must recognize and address the intersectional identities and challenges faced by women, people of colour and all the underrepresented. 📢

So, male allies acknowledge your privilege and use it for the greater good. Seek feedback, become confidants, foster diversity, speak out against injustice, sponsor diverse colleagues, advocate for diverse candidates, and build a strong community of allies and employee resource groups. Together, we can make a real difference! Stop the burnout so we can thrive, not just survive.