Join us for an inspiring afternoon at The National Gallery of Denmark – SMK, where we’ll explore the transformative power of diversity, equity, and inclusion in today’s dynamic workplace. We’ll use the event to discuss and investigate the global landscape of diversity and inclusion, reflecting on recent challenges and exploring how they influence perspectives and practices closer to home.
Will we see a different approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion in a Danish context based on the recent developments in the U.S., including the dismissal of diversity, equity, and inclusion roles in the administration? Does this signal the end of the diversity agenda, or does it highlight the need to rethink how we approach inclusion, especially in sectors like IT? And could these changes impact Danish workplaces, or will Denmark chart its own course?
At this event we will take the temperature in the state of union on diversity, equity and inclusion in the Danish IT sector through engaging keynote speeches, thought-provoking discussions, and actionable insights.
Whether you’re a leader, an HR professional, or simply passionate about driving positive change, this event will inspire you to rethink workplace dynamics and equip you with the tools to be more inclusive.
Join us at the beautiful surroundings at SMK as we celebrate diversity, challenge the status quo, and collaboratively shape the future of work.
The event is the fourth event at SMK aimed at promoting more diversity at work and is powered by DM Digi, Google and TDC Erhverv.
TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2025 AT 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
THE NATIONAL GALLERY OF DENMARK – SMK
IT IS FREE FOR ALL TO ATTEND THE EVENT, BUT SIGN UP IS REQUIRED
A NO-SHOW FEE WILL BE CHARGED
PROGRAM
3:00 PM: WELCOME
BY: Natasha Friis Saxberg, CEO, IT-Branchen
3:10 PM: IN A CHANGING WORLD: WHAT IS AT STAKE FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION?
BY: Dennis Nørmark, Anthropologist and Author
3:30 PM: HOW DOES IT LOOK FROM A DANISH PERSPECTIVE?
PANEL DEBATE WITH:
– Pernille Hertel, Director, Solution Engineering, Salesforce Denmark and Member of DM Digi Committee, part of DM
– Nermeen Louizi Ghoniem, founder of Hello Ada
– Jesper Nørding Pedersen, Managing Director and partner, Forte Advice
4:10 PM: BREAK & NETWORK
4:30 PM: WHY DON’T WE MOVE FORWARD?
TALK BETWEEN:
– Johan Simonsen Abildgaard, Associate Professor, Department of Organization, Copenhagen Business School
– Line Sinding Skött, Public Sector Lead Denmark & Iceland, Microsoft and Chair of IT-Branchen’s Policy Board for Female Leaders in IT
5:00 PM: STAND UP FOR YOURSELF & OTHERS
TALK AND SONGS BY: Fallulah, singer-songwriter and musician
5:20 PM: WRAP UP
5.30 PM: NETWORK & DRINKS
6:00 PM: THANK YOU FOR TODAY
Read about the 2024 event and see photos capturing the atmosphere.