AI is everywhere — reshaping how we work, connect, and lead. But as we embrace automation and smart tools, we need to ask:

Is AI helping us build more inclusive workplaces, or reinforcing the biases we’re trying to break?

Our next DEI Action group session is all about Real Talk — cutting through the noise to explore how AI can genuinely support DEI efforts, and where the risks lie. We’re bringing together two powerful voices Aisha Lysejko and Akbar Karenga with deep insight and lived frontline experience. Together, we’ll dive into the practical, the possible, and the pitfalls — so you walk away with real solutions you can put into action.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to put your own questions to the experts-Our plan is an informal and interactive discussion, DEI Action Group Chair Gemma Popejoy will put some of the big questions to our guests (feel free to submit your questions in advance via the registration form below), and there will also be time for those joining to ask Aisha and Akbar your own questions too.

Find out more about our incredible guests here:

✨ Aisha Lysejko:  Aisha has over a decade of experience in social impact and innovation, working at the intersection of DEI, early careers, and social mobility. As Founder of 2040 Leaders and Strategic Advisor to The Brokerage, she supports organisations to build inclusive, intergenerational workplaces by leveraging human connection and equitable practices. Guided by a belief in AI’s potential to drive fairer outcomes, she’s exploring tech-driven solutions to empower under-served talent and lay the foundations for a more equitable future of work.

✨ Akbar Karenga Akbar builds teams with fact-based equitable techniques . This HR and Recruitment journey has covered 13 years, 55 businesses and 23 countries so far. As the Founder of Maarusi, A People and Talent consultancy, he helps scale companies. Additionally Akbar drives system change as the CoFounder of The Black Recruiter Network, Judge on Tech Nation’s Libra Program and Advisor to HRtech leaders

Who should join?
➡️ HR leaders
➡️ Change makers- CEO’s, MD’s
➡️ Anyone serious about building tech-forward, equity-driven workplaces

🕒 90 minutes. High impact. Change-focused. Let’s make it count.