Social mobility, class and DEI backlash: Laasya Shekaran, David Brown and Richard Tomlinson

In this episode of the Pensions for Purpose podcast, Laasya Shekaran and David Brown speak to Richard Tomlinson, CIO of LPPI – one of the UK’s local government pension scheme (LGPS) pools.They talk about the many dimensions of diversity and how not all forms are visible. From personal reflections on their own backgrounds – to the importance of recognising class and social mobility as important elements of inclusion, this episode dives into what it means to value people with different perspectives.They also tackle the backlash facing diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), exploring how to respond constructively. The team share their views on gender equality and the need for men to be included in these conversations too. The episode closes by bringing the discussion back around to the pensions and investments.