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Why Corporate Australia Won’t Talk About Racism — Until Now

Australia has gender targets and countless awards for gender equality, but when it comes to racism in the workplace, the silence is deafening.In this interview, MindTribes CEO Div Pillay explains why racism remains one of corporate Australia’s biggest blind spots — and how the new Business in Colour Awards (launching this November) will celebrate anti-racism, cultural strength, and inclusive leadership across Australia.Hosted by Mibengé Nsenduluka on The Back Cover Podcast.Don’t miss this conversation if you care about:Anti-racism and workplace equityFirst Nations and culturally diverse leadershipWhy data and reporting matter for real changeHow Australia compares to the US and UK on racial equity✨ Subscribe for more bold conversations on culture, equity and leadership.#AntiRacism [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/antiracism] #Australia [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/australia] #BusinessInColourAwards [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/businessincolourawards] #WorkplaceDiversity [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/workplacediversity]

Damning Report That Could Change Workplaces Forever — Interview With Sex Discrimination Commissioner Dr Anna Cody

What if your boss’s “joke” wasn’t funny—but harassment in disguise? Australia’s Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Dr Anna Cody, joins The Back Cover to unpack the damning Speaking from Experience report—an explosive national investigation into how sexual harassment is enabled and excused in Aussie workplaces. From “banter” used as cover for abuse, to the silence forced on workers with visas, disabilities, and casual jobs—this interview reveals the uncomfortable truth about power, culture, and inequality at work.🔎 In this episode:How “Aussie humour” hides workplace abuseWhy young, migrant, and disabled workers face the worst of itThe toxic role of NDAs and fear in silencing victims11 urgent reforms to fix a broken system📢 Access free workplace resources here:👉 https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/sex-discrimination/workplace-sexual-harassment-resources#SexualHarassment #WorkplaceRights #AnnaCody #TheBackCover #RespectAtWork #HumanRightsAustralia

Wearing a Wig for 25 Years — Then She Took It Off

For 25 years, Gloria Tabi wore a wig to work. Then she took it off—and everything changed.In this powerful interview, anti-racism specialist and founder of Enable Women Africa, Gloria shares her deeply personal journey of confronting internalised racism, challenging Eurocentric beauty standards, and the surprising environmental toll of synthetic hair.We explore why Black hair is political, how discrimination affects professional opportunities, and why more women are ditching wigs—not just for identity, but for the planet.🔥 Topics we cover:– Workplace bias against natural Black hair– The psychological pressure to conform– Environmental harm of synthetic wigs and weaves– How beauty standards uphold systemic racism– Gloria’s decision to compete in a pageant… at 50, with natural hair🎧 Listen to the full podcast on [Spotify/Apple Podcasts/etc.]📣 Support Gloria’s work: Enable Women Africa📌 Follow @TheBackCover for more untold stories#BlackHairMatters #NaturalHair #AntiRacism #GloriaTabi #TheBackCover #HairDiscrimination #Sustainability #BeautyStandards #Wigs #EnvironmentalJustice #EurocentricBeauty

From Dreaming His Mother’s Death to Building Africa’s Answer to Hermès | Hlumelo Nyaluza Interview

In this powerful interview, South African designer Hlumelo Nyaluza opens up about the dream that foretold his mother’s passing and how that life-altering moment led him on a spiritual journey—one that ultimately inspired his luxury handbag label, HN.Hailed as Africa’s answer to Hermès, Nyaluza’s brand blends ancient Xhosa traditions with modern design to create custom, ultra-premium handbags rooted in purpose, identity, and empowerment.🎙️ Hosted by Mibengé Nsenduluka on The Back Cover Podcast, this conversation explores:How Hlumelo turned grief into greatnessHis sacred journey through Xhosa initiation schoolThe deeper meaning behind each bagWhy African excellence deserves a global stage

CYDA CEO Skye Kakoschke-Moore on NDIS Fraud, Disability Rights, and the Election

In this insightful interview, CYDA CEO Skye Kakoschke-Moore chats to host Mibenge Nsenduluka about critical issues affecting people with disabilities in Australia. She addresses the impact of NDIS fraud crackdowns, highlighting how they risk overshadowing the abuse and exclusion faced by children with disabilities. Skye also talks about the upcoming federal election, stressing the urgent need for policies that truly support the disability community. Plus, she weighs in on the rising cost of living crisis and how it disproportionately affects people with disabilities. Don't miss this important conversation on the challenges and solutions for a more inclusive Australia.