The Equality Conversation

Author: Joy Burnford

The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from business leaders and experts from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isnt about fixing the women, its about changing the system to enable the retention and progression of women in the workplace. So, if youre looking for insights, guidance or advice on how to improve gender equality in your organisation, grab a cuppa, go for a walk, or escape for a while and join us for todays conversation.
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Genres: Business, Education, Management

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Flexibility, Allyship and Women’s Careers in Construction with Paula Chandler
Tuesday, 17 March, 2026

In this episode, Joy Burnford is joined by Paula Chandler, Design Director at Wates, to explore women’s careers in the construction industry. Paula shares her perspective on the barriers women can face, the powerful role of allies and advocates, and why flexible working and moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach can help build stronger, more inclusive workplaces.The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores how to create better workplaces for women. In this series, Joy sits down with forward-thinking HR and people leaders to uncover the policies, practices and cultural shifts driving real impact for women’s careers, wellbeing and sense of belonging. If you’re seeking insights, inspiration and proven approaches to help people thrive in your organisation, you’re in the right place. So grab a cuppa, head out for a walk, or simply escape for a while and tune in to today’s conversation.