CEDR in Conversation with Fraser Simpson - Making 'Speak Up' Human

CEDR in Conversation with Fraser Simpson - Making 'Speak Up' Human

From The Better Conflicts Audio Experience by CEDR

May 15, 2024 · 30 min

About this episode

Fraser Simpson discusses the importance of fostering a 'speak up' culture within organizations to enhance well-being and belonging.

Fraser Simpson is Associate General Counsel - Ethics, Governance and Compliance at The Wellcome Trust, a large philanthropic foundation, based in London, that funds science to achieve global health outcomes. Part of his role with the Wellcome Trust is building a culture where people feel safe to 'speak up'. In this wide ranging conversation Fraser speaks with CEDR's Head of Marketing Ben Thomson about: Video Contents: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Fraser introduces himself 01:16 - What do we mean by 'speak up' culture? 02:26 - How 'speak up' can improve well-being and create a sense of belonging 03:48 - What are the consequences of getting it wrong and taking a policy led approach 05:56 - The importance of getting the buy-in from the top 07:28 - What are some of the barriers to people speaking up 09:08 - Is there a renewed interest in 'speak up' due to external societal issues 12:08 - Being proactive in approaching issues 12:46 - Opportunities that arise as a result of a 'speak up' culture 13:43 - Speak up should be part of a wider strategy 15:23 - How do you as part of the legal function work with the 'people' teams in the organisation ? 16:22 - What can people so straight away to make…

People in this episode

Guest: Fraser Simpson

Topics covered

  • speak up culture
  • well-being
  • organizational culture
  • leadership
  • communication

Keywords

  • ethics
  • governance
  • compliance
  • The Wellcome Trust

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Places: London

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