In this special International Day of Charity episode of Impact Talks, Emily Harle, Senior News Reporter at Third Sector, is joined by Olivia Wasson, Corporate Partnerships Emergency Supporters Manager, Emma McAuliffe, Emergency Communications Lead, and Lauren Sabin, Senior Stories Officer, from the British Red Cross.

They explore what happens when an emergency strikes - from the preparation and critical first hours of a response, to the role of trusted communications and responsible storytelling in supporting people affected by emergencies. They also discuss how the British Red Cross keeps the experiences of affected communities at the heart of its work.

The conversation also looks at Haymarket’s partnership with the British Red Cross and how it helps support the organisation’s humanitarian response. Together, they offer a closer look at the work behind emergency response and how the British Red Cross supports people and communities affected by emergencies in the UK and around the world.

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In this special Pride Month episode of Impact Talks, recorded in honour of Neurodiversity Pride Day, Katie Boyle, Sales Enablement Manager at Haymarket, is joined by Kit Gidley, Salesforce Administrator and one of Haymarket’s Neurodiverse Champions.

Together, Katie and Kit explore the intersection of neurodiversity and identity through Kit’s experiences as a gay, neurodivergent person living with ADHD, dyspraxia and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). They reflect on his journey to a formal diagnosis, the feeling of having to ‘come out’ more than once, and how navigating both identities has shaped his confidence, sense of belonging and understanding of himself.

The conversation also touches on masking, the pressure to fit societal norms, and what it’s like navigating LGBTQIA+ spaces as a neurodivergent person. Along the way, they share practical insights on how colleagues can better support one another, and why taking the time to understand different lived experiences matters.

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In the second part of our National Carers Week special, host Jude Owen continues the conversation with Roisin Kennedy and Trevor Simpson, exploring the realities of being a parent carer beyond the workplace.

Roisin and Trevor discuss the challenges of navigating support systems, the importance of community, and how caring responsibilities can sometimes feel isolating.

They also reflect on how greater awareness, understanding and acceptance across society could help create a more supportive environment for carers and their families.

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