Talks & Keynotes
A culture of inclusion is built brick by brick by everyone at the workplace.
LIVING INSTITUTE delivers engaging keynotes that introduce vital concepts and ignite the shift toward a workplace for everyone
Talks, Keynotes & Presentations
Keynote #1:
Neurodiversity
HARNESSING NEURODIVERSITY: UNLOCKING THE FULL POTENTIAL OF YOUR WORKFORCE
Neurodiversity is the recognition that people think, process, and experience the world differently.
Embracing neurodiverse talent—such as those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences—not only fosters inclusion but also drives innovation and creativity within teams.
Yet, many workplaces are still not fully equipped to support or leverage the strengths of neurodivergent colleagues.
In this keynote, we’ll explore the concept of neurodiversity, its importance, and how creating a neurodiverse-friendly culture can help your organization tap into the full potential of all employees.
You’ll gain practical insights into breaking down barriers, creating an environment where all minds can thrive, and turning cognitive differences into competitive advantages.
Duration: 30 minutes to 1,5 hours
When we talk, we base what we talk about on our experience from facilitating more than 7,500 DEI sessions worldwide since 2004.
Keynote #2:
Busting Unconscious Bias
MITIGATE UNCONSCIOUS BIAS AND MASTER YOUR DECISION-MAKING
Unconscious biases are automatic preferences, usually for things that are familiar to us.
They’re bad for diversity and inclusion. That means they’re really bad for innovation.
Your brain is built for snap decisions. This helps with avoiding car accidents, but not with dealing with people who are different from you.
These biases can lead to sameness thinking and hiring bubbles. Are your colleagues suspiciously close to being clones in an echo chamber? That’s probably because of unconscious bias.
If you have a brain, you have unconscious bias
This talk covers all you need to know about unconscious bias – what it is, how it hurts, and what to do about it.
Duration: 30 minutes to 1,5 hours
Call +45 35 26 26 26 and let’s talk about our engaging, entertaining and thought-provoking keynotes on inclusivity and celebrating differences in the workplace.
Keynote #3:
Allyship
ALLYSHIP IN THE WORKPLACE
“The Standards you Walk Past are the Standards you Accept”
Allyship is a critical component in achieving an organization’s inclusion goals.
It’s about creating advocates who actively promote a culture of inclusion – one person at a time – through trust, meaningful relationships, and concrete actions.
True allies make a conscious, ongoing effort to improve the workplace for everyone.
In this keynote, we’ll explore what allyship truly means, what it doesn’t, and how embracing it can drive meaningful change in your company’s culture.
Duration: 30 minutes to 1,5 hours
Let’s talk about the 13 dos and 4 don’ts creating gender balance from top to bottom.
Spoiler alert: Female Networks is a don’t!
Keynote #4:
Reaching Gender Balance
“HOW TO CREATE GENDER BALANCE FROM BOTTOM TO TOP – FAST”
In the last 20 years, we’ve gained deep insights into why gender balance is not just a nice-to-have, but a business imperative — at every level of the organization.
But more importantly, we now know how to achieve it.
In this keynote, we’ll dive into key lessons learned over the past two decades. You’ll discover what sets companies that have successfully achieved gender balance apart from those that have struggled, why women’s networks, while enjoyable, often fail to drive real change, and how to effectively engage and mobilize men in this journey. As with everything we do, our insights are firmly rooted in research and evidence.
Join us to explore actionable strategies for accelerating gender balance across your organization.
Duration: 30 minutes to 1,5 hours
“By making men a part of the gender balance conversation, you can send a powerful message and show that men are as much a part of the solution as women.”
– Bobby Bovell, Chief Consultant and Keynote Speaker, Living Institute
Keynote #5:
Inclusive Leadership
INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP – shaping the future
Inclusive leadership isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a critical component for building a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.
But what exactly makes a leader inclusive?
In this keynote, we’ll explore the three key characteristics of an inclusive leader and why they are essential for fostering a truly inclusive environment.
We won’t give it all away just yet, but here’s a hint: inclusive leaders excel at enhancing psychological safety and creating a strong sense of belonging within their teams.
Join us for this engaging session and discover how inclusive leadership can transform your organization’s culture and drive future success.
Duration: 30 minutes to 1.5 hours
“LIVING INSTITUTE has given us tools that make it just as natural to discuss lack of diversity as it is to discuss our financial bottom line.”
– Frans Horth Hammer, Member of the Executive Board of Sports Confederation Denmark (DIF)
Other Solutions
When you know your unconscious biases, you’ll have way better control of all your business decisions
Unconscious Bias
Unconscious bias throws a wrench into any plans to make diversity work. That means it’s the greatest enemy of belonging and psychological safety. Which means it’s the greatest enemy of innovation. Our workshops can help you see your unconscious bias and take control of it. That means better decision-making and a better workplace.
Events & Free Webinars
Upcoming
MicroBite Learning: What Certified DEI Champions can do to improve DEI fast30 min.
MicroBite Learning: Mobilizing Men for accelerated Gender Balance30 min.
MicroBite Learning: Allyship – the key to psychological safety in the workplace30 min.
MicroBite Learning: The dos and don’ts of accelerating gender balance30 min.
MicroBite Learning: Boost Your Cultural Intelligence in 30 Minutes30 min.
Book
Diversity Intelligence: How to Create a Culture of Inclusion for your Business
Heidi R. Andersen, founder of Living Institute, has stuffed over 18 years worth of experience into a practical handbook on making inclusion an essential aspect of your company culture.
The book is on the recommended read list of 238 accredited business schools and universities – including Insead, Oxford University, London Business School, Said Business School etc.
