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Allyship Actually

Why it's 'We' and not 'Me'

Lucy Hornsby, David Barrow
Paperback | Engels
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Creating truly inclusive workplaces requires more than policies, statements and good intentions - it demands action, awareness and shared responsibility. Allyship Actually: Why It's 'We' and Not 'Me' blends storytelling with practical insight, encouraging readers to reflect on their own behaviours and assumptions, offering a relatable and thought-provoking guide to becoming a more effective ally.

It's a powerful, story-driven exploration of inclusion, workplace culture and the role we all play in creating equitable environments. Drawing on real-life experiences, the book follows professionals across multiple industries as they navigate male-dominated and discriminatory workplaces, confronting the everyday realities of bias, exclusion, and inequality.

Through the journeys of its central characters, the narrative highlights how meaningful allyship goes beyond good intentions - it requires action, awareness and a willingness to challenge entrenched behaviours and systems. As relationships develop and perspectives shift, the book demonstrates how individuals can support one another to drive both personal growth and organisational change.

Following the journeys of professionals navigating complex, often male-dominated environments, the book uncovers the subtle and overt challenges individuals face - from unconscious bias and unequal opportunities to the impact of workplace behaviours on confidence, progression and performance. Through these experiences, it reveals what allyship really looks like in practice - and why it is critical to building stronger, more effective organisations.

Rather than presenting allyship as a theoretical concept, this book demonstrates how it is lived day to day. It shows how individuals at all levels - from peers and managers to senior leaders - can actively support others, challenge inappropriate behaviours and contribute to a culture where people feel valued, heard and empowered to succeed.

Blending engaging storytelling with practical insight, Allyship Actually encourages readers to reflect on their own behaviours and assumptions, offering clear, relatable examples of how small, consistent actions can drive meaningful change. It also highlights the wider organisational benefits of inclusive cultures, including improved collaboration, better decision-making, stronger performance and enhanced employee wellbeing.

Ideal for professionals, leaders, HR practitioners and anyone committed to fostering equality and inclusion, this book provides both inspiration and guidance. It reinforces a simple but powerful message: lasting progress happens when we move beyond individual intent and work collectively - because real allyship is not about "me", but "we".

"An incredibly powerful book!" - Sophie Hussey, director at Lapis Consulting Services Ltd.

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Aantal bladzijden:
358
Taal:
Engels

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Productcode (EAN):
9781787786264
Verschijningsdatum:
21/05/2026
Uitvoering:
Paperback
Formaat:
Trade paperback (VS)
Afmetingen:
140 mm x 216 mm
Gewicht:
557 g
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