Harnessing inclusion for a better society with Ryan Curtis-Johnson

In 2025, workplace inclusion remains a key issue for the UK labour market. In summer 2024, the ONS reported the highest number of economically inactive people since 2012. While this label includes students and the retired, it more worryingly includes those who are unable to access the labour market due to either ill health or accessibility issues.

As the working population across the Global North declines, access to employment opportunity is a social and economic issue. But too many modern workplaces are too slow to redesign their hiring and employment processes to maximise inclusivity.

In this episode, Ryan Curtis-Johnson shares examples of what businesses are doing to create more inclusive workplaces. He explains how internal communication is expertly positioned to promote inclusion and enhance organisational performance.

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About Ryan Curtis- Johnson

I started my career in the entertainment industry, leading to event management, Film & Video, and communications-related services. I've gained lots of experience and have worked in the events, PR, and communications industries for over 13 years.

Being authentic is critical to achieving success in my work, both professionally and personally. I now work at the Valuable 500, helping to drive disability inclusion in the workplace through the collective. Disability is all our business. The communication channels help drive this message and make a difference. Having a neurodivergent son and daughter, with also being neurodivergent myself, I am truly proud of the space I work in.
 

Find Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-curtis-johnson-b2233330/

The Valuable 500: https://www.thevaluable500.com/

Upcoming webinar on 14 May 2025 discussing Disability-Inclusive Internal Communications: Building a Foundation for True Inclusion: https://www.ioic.org.uk/events/event-training-calendar/webinar-disability-inclusive-internal-communications-building-a-foundation-for-true-inclusion.html