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BUILDING INCLUSIVE CULTURES THAT THRIVE
About Us
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What Is Our 'Why'?
We build inclusive cultures that empower EVERYONE to thrive.
Over the years we have seen the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB) movement evolve from being a legal requirement to something that is becoming a part of the DNA in organisations that really value their greatest assets - their people. However, whilst a lot of great work has been done and the direction of travel is positive, progress often feels sluggish.
Why the stagnation in 2023, echoing conversations from two decades ago?
Great question! We feel it is because the focus on minoritised groups (we do recognise this is awesome work) often ends up excluding the majority of people. The irony is that this is contradictory to the very essence of inclusion.
Therefore, we believe that you should start with the end in mind and focus, not so much on our differences but, on what makes us human and unites us.
Belonging is a strong emotional feeling that is within everybody's reach, belonging isn't an exclusive privilege, belonging is attainable by fostering the right inclusive conditions within your company culture. Our approach centres on inclusive leadership and practices that cultivate psychological safety. This creates environments where engagement soars, happiness prevails, and individuals willingly contribute their best.
Ready to elevate your culture beyond checkboxes?
The future of your thriving culture starts now.
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Why Work With Us?
💜 We are Sophie and Danielle Wood - a married couple.
We met at university back in 1992 and just clicked. Almost 10 years to the day we finally tied the knot and became man and wife. Fast forward another 9 years, following a prolonged period of very low mental health Sophie transitioned (male to female) in 2011.
It was not an easy time for either of us – the world was still quite in the dark when it came to any sort of understanding of what it meant to be transgender. Family and friends struggled with the change and we lost some of them along the way as they could not comprehend the situation. We struggled even more with the sense of rejection and isolation that this brought with it, and both grappled with mental health issues.
We went through this transitional experience whilst working for the same employer who, on the whole, handled the adjustments well. Primarily, they asked us both, and listened to our ideas and opinions.
We got to write the playbook on how to best support someone transitioning in the workplace.
The next few years saw change after change after change. Change of jobs (several times) change of industries, change of country, change of relationship from straight to what others see as a lesbian couple and those are just the headlines. Our mental health has been on a roller-coaster ride throughout.
Therefore, it is without doubt, our lived experience and learning have played a major part in what has inspired this venture. We have seen what it is like from different angles, we have experienced what being different can mean, we have both been drawn to working in the field of DEIB to help make those experiences better for others. We also have a real passion for all things LGBTQ+ and Mental Health/Well-being related.
What do we bring to the table?
Between us we have over 40 years of experience working within the People/Human Resources arena within the UK Police Service to major global FTSE 100 companies and tech start-ups.
Sophie Wood
🟪 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Expert
🟪 Learning and Development Specialist
🟪 Mental Health First Aid Instructor
🟪 Motivational Speaker
For more, visit Sophie's LinkedIn
Danielle Wood
🟪 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Expert
🟪 HR Consultant (MCIPD)
🟪 Business and Life Coach
🟪 Mentoring Scheme Builder
For more, visit Danielle's LinkedIn
Together, we aspire to craft inclusive cultures that empower individuals to be their best selves – flourishing, belonging, and adding value.
Our credentials
Our Approach
SOLUTIONS CRAFTED JUST FOR YOU!
In the dynamic landscape of business, we acknowledge that every venture is unique, just like every individual. At Belonging Base, we steer clear of the one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we bring you a personalised experience where your business's distinctive needs take centre stage.
Here's our commitment to you:
LISTEN
We start by lending our ears to your story, challenges, and aspirations.
UNDERSTAND
Our focus is on comprehending your business needs so we can work out the best solution.
CONTRACT
We collaboratively shape agreements that align with your objectives and cater to your specific needs.
INVOLVE
Your input is invaluable. We involve you in the process, ensuring your vision is at the heart of what we do.
FEEDBACK
Transparency is key. We provide continuous feedback loops, keeping you informed and involved at every turn.
REVIEW
The journey doesn't end with implementation. We'll check that the solution is working for you.