Welcome to VERCIDA website.

Skip to main content
Enable Recite to make this website accessible

Reclaiming Narratives: How Storytelling Broadens Perceptions and Fosters Inclusion

Category: Race, Ethnicity & Heritage, Staff Network Group

Black History Month

In celebration of Black History Month, Hachette UK's  employee-led network, THRIVE, in collaboration with our Changing the Story initiative, hosted an inspiring event on the theme of “Reclaiming Narratives.” This year, our focus was on the transformative power of storytelling to broaden perspectives and amplify diverse voices.

 

HUK Thrive Network event celebrating Black History Month

 

The event featured an exceptional panel, including Leah Davis, Dr. Abi Daré, Benjy Kusi (Assoc CIPD), and Paula Akpan, who each shared personal insights on the importance of “Black Joy.” They spoke on seeing all intersections of the Black community represented in stories, honoring the experiences of Black elders, and creating inclusive spaces that empower people to show up as their authentic selves.

Alongside thought-provoking conversation, guests enjoyed snacks from Black-owned businesses Puff Puff Ministry and Chloe’s Kitchen Creations, and took home books by Black authors.

We’re grateful to the panelists and our THRIVE Network for a memorable event. This gathering reminded us that storytelling is a powerful tool for fostering empathy and inclusion—allowing everyone’s voice to be heard, celebrated, and truly seen.

 

Event snacks from Puff Puff Ministry and Chloe’s Kitchen Creations

HUK's collection of books by Black authors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Find out more about working at Hachette UK

Explore current vacancies at Hachette UK

Vercida logo

VERCIDA works with over one hundred clients who are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you are an employer and interested in working with VERCIDA to promote your diversity and inclusion initiatives and attract the best candidates, please email [email protected] for more information.

Learn more about this employer

Hachette UK

Inclusive features

  • No matching inclusive features
Media, Publishing Hachette UK

Thank you for registering on VERCIDA - the leading job site for companies that are passionate about diversity and inclusion.

  • Check out our client profiles to get the latest on their DE&I credentials
  • Look out for client benefits next to all our job specs
  • Sign up for job alerts to keep up to date on new roles as they come in
  • Search 1000s of roles from the biggest brands

Please proceed to the next step. If you are unable to complete the next stage of application please use the contact form HERE.

You will receive an email with link to reset your password.

Enter your new password