In this episode of Diverse Talk Matters, Natasha Broomfield-Reid speaks with disability equity advocate Bee Innes, who shares her lived experience of ME and Lyme disease and the systemic challenges that shaped her journey.

Bee discusses the complexity of navigating long-term illness, from years spent bedridden to delayed diagnosis, and the role that nutrition, hydration and functional approaches played in rebuilding her wellbeing.

The conversation explores:

• The impact of nutrition and hydration on health and recovery

• Misunderstandings and stigma surrounding ME and chronic illness

• Barriers within welfare rights and the benefits system

• Why employee wellbeing must extend beyond policy statements

• How disability awareness training strengthens inclusive workplace cultures Bee’s insights highlight the importance of credible information, practical support, and organisational responsibility in creating environments where disabled people can thrive.

This episode is valuable for anyone interested in disability equity, wellbeing, and the wider changes needed for truly inclusive practice.

Listen as Natasha and Bee unpack the realities of disability and wellbeing – and what meaningful inclusion looks like in practice. Remember that this podcast is also available as video on our YouTube Channel. If you find this useful, please share with your network!

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In this episode, Natasha Broomfield-Reid talks to Anita Jakhu and Kyriacos Spyrou about what it really takes to embed equity, diversity, and inclusion within the charity sector. Together, they explore the very real challenges charities continue to face, including limited resources, gaps in knowledge, and a lack of capacity that can stall progress.

They discuss why leadership buy-in is essential and how inclusive leadership teams and trustee boards can help drive meaningful, long-term change. The conversation also addresses white saviourism and highlights the importance of working with local communities, listening to the right people, and responding to genuine needs rather than assumptions.

You’ll hear practical insights on:

• Involving marginalised communities in shaping decisions
• Centring service users’ voices
• Building approaches that focus on long-term sustainability
• Recognising cultural wealth and strengthening community relationships
• Tackling inequities in access and funding
• Recruiting and supporting diverse volunteers and teams
• Rethinking what counts as relevant skills
• Making volunteering accessible and fair
• Bringing private sector skills into charity settings with care and cultural understanding
• Co-creating values, vision, and action plans that make a difference
• Improving infrastructure and planning for steady, realistic change

Episode 25 offers thoughtful guidance and grounded recommendations for charities committed to meaningful EDI work. If you want to move beyond performative action and towards lasting impact, this conversation is for you.

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Join host Natasha Broomfield-Reid as she speaks with Aiesha Alexander and Lorna Phillip about the experiences of Black and racialised women in pregnancy, maternity, and child health.

In the full episode, we explore:

• Personal and professional experiences with maternity care

• The impact of systemic and historical inequalities

• The role of support systems such as doulas, midwives, and community networks

• Ways to advocate for change and raise awareness

Don’t miss this important and candid conversation.

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