Apr 9

Diversity Lens - Issue 71

This weekend, the UK sees its last weekend (fingers very much crossed) under strict lockdown. 'Hot vax summer' is in sight. The vaccine rollout is reported to remain on track with all adults to be offered the jab by the end of July. Feeling trepidation about the impending return of socialisation? You're not alone in your freedom anxiety.

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More trans people hiding identity at work than five years ago — report A concerning report finds that 65% of trans people 'believe secrecy is necessary to feel safe at work' - an increase from five years ago. On the flip side however, fewer negative experiences whilst job hunting were reported. Employers must follow up their recruitment processes with inclusive and supportive work environments. Read more... (2 minutes)

Dads are waking up to the stress of balancing caregiving with a career With the ongoing pandemic, working dads are beginning to grasp the juggling act that women have mostly shouldered in the past. “I don’t think they have had to deal with this before", but now there is no escaping it. Read more... (4 minutes)

Ireland legally recognises same-sex parents for first time in history Two women in Ireland become the first gay couple to both be named on their child's birth certificate. This milestone comes six years after the rights of same sex parents were legally recognised. However, the law still doesn't extend to male partners.Read more... (3 minutes)

One in three survivors of severe Covid diagnosed with mental health condition A correlation has been revealed between severe covid cases and subsequent mental health problems. The most common condition was anxiety. Stroke and dementia diagnoses were rarer but not uncommon. Some work needs to be done to prepare for these longer term consequences. Read more... (3 minutes)

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