Testimonials

"I spent a powerful afternoon listening to spoken word poetry, singing and dancing, and having the absolute privilege of listening to Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw in conversation with Dr Joseph. At a time when division and hatred speaks loudly, it felt very hopeful to be in a room of individuals who are using their voices to speak about fairness, equity and systems of oppression. I left feeling heart-full and determined to speak up, to be a 'back talker'."

"If you get an opportunity to work with Dr. Ebun Joseph, take it! You won't regret it! We learned a LOT! Her talk on 'Acceptance: The Missing Link to Workplace Belonging' made one central argument: belonging cannot be the starting point of inclusion work. It has to be the outcome."

"The keynote by Dr. Ebun Joseph was particularly powerful. One statistic stood out: 61% of respondents said they actively hide an aspect of themselves at work. Her message that organisations cannot achieve a true sense of belonging without first creating a culture of acceptance was transformative. Acceptance is the foundation; belonging is the outcome."

"To be in a room with so many people dedicated to making Ireland's workplaces more inclusive and accessible is always incredible. Dr. Joseph's keynote was thought-provoking. She spoke about how acceptance is the missing link in belonging — we cannot belong in a place we haven't been accepted to!"

"2 in every 3 people are actively hiding an aspect of themselves while at work — 61% of the workforce! This is just one of many stats and stories that made it abundantly clear that inclusion is everyone's problem. The room was packed, the speakers were excellent, you couldn't walk away not feeling inspired to act."

"The conference provided an excellent opportunity to network with accomplished professionals like Dr. Ebun Joseph. As someone who aspires to become a future leader, I am grateful for the knowledge I gained and hope to apply the wisdom shared throughout the event in my own life."

"I had the opportunity to attend a conversation with Kimberlé Crenshaw hosted by Dr. Ebun Joseph. Hearing reflections on race, human rights and intersectionality from one of the most influential scholars in the field was a fitting continuation of conversations about creating more inclusive institutions and communities."

"Dr. Ebun Joseph spoke about the idea of acceptance being the missing link to workplace belonging. Acceptance means difference is genuinely valued and respected. The burden of inclusion must not rest on employees — the responsibility lies with the organisation and its culture."

"I had the honour of attending The Leading Community event and hearing Dr. Ebun Joseph outline why Acceptance is the Missing Link to Workplace Belonging. Her insights on tolerance versus acceptance were truly eye-opening."

"Dr. Joseph's Black Studies module at UCD was transformative. For the first time, I saw myself reflected in academic curriculum. Her approach combines rigorous scholarship with deep empathy and practical wisdom."

"Our organization hired Dr. Joseph for antiracism training. The results were immediate and profound. She provided concrete strategies that we've implemented company-wide, leading to measurable improvements."

"As a researcher, I've followed Dr. Joseph's work for years. Her analysis of racial stratification in the Irish labour market is groundbreaking. She brings academic rigor with practical solutions."

"The DEeP Table podcast has become required listening for our team. Each episode provides insights that help us create a more inclusive workplace. Dr. Joseph makes complex topics accessible."

"Dr. Joseph's keynote at our conference was the highlight. She combines data, storytelling, and practical wisdom in a way that moved our entire organization to action. Truly inspiring."

"As a Black professional in Ireland, Dr. Joseph's work gave me language for experiences I couldn't articulate. Her research and advocacy make me feel seen and valued in my workplace."