L&D Supporting Diversity, Mental Health and Wellbeing with Sally Dunne

In todays podcast, Richard talks with Sally Dunne, Learning and Development lead at Choice Support. Choice Support is a national UK charity supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health needs.Sally has been there nearly 20 years, and shares her experience in how they drive learner engagement. Key themes in this discussion are the emphasis on purpose within this mission-driven charity, the intense focus they have as an L&D function on staff’s mental health and wellbeing, and the key learning that variety brings results. Choice support has diverse staff, with diverse needs that are successfully being offered diverse training solutions.Take a listen.Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-dunne-844b4891/choicesupport.org.uk  

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The L&D Challenges Podcast: Elevate Your Learning Strategy, Empower Your Teams Are you leading Learning and Development in your organisation and facing challenges like evolving skill demands, driving engagement in a hybrid workforce, or measuring the impact of your programs? The L&D Challenges Podcast is here to help. In each episode, we take you "under the hood" to explore what L&D practitioners are doing right now. Hear directly from industry leaders, innovative practitioners, and experts as they share real-world insights and practical solutions to the most pressing issues in the field. Learn what’s working, what’s not, and how to apply these lessons in your own organisation. From scaling training programs to fostering a culture of continuous learning, we deliver actionable strategies that empower your teams, enhance your leadership capabilities, and keep you ahead in today’s fast-paced business environment. Whether you’re an L&D manager, business partner, or director, this podcast is your guide to building agile, impactful learning experiences that drive results.