Carrie Gracie
Transform workplace equality with Carrie Gracie, speaker and gender equality advocate. Carrie works with organisations to address pay disparity and inclusive leadership, delivering Emmy-winning expertise from her three-decade BBC career and high-profile equal pay campaign.
London, United Kingdom
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Born in Bahrain and raised in Scotland, Carrie pursued a Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree at Oxford before teaching in China. She later joined the BBC, becoming one of the most respected voices on Chinese affairs. As Beijing bureau chief, she covered significant political shifts, the Beijing Olympics and a rapidly changing society. Her work on China earned her international recognition, including a Peabody Award and an Emmy for her documentaries.
In 2018, Carrie made headlines for a different reason when she resigned as the BBC’s China editor in protest of unequal pay. Her public challenge against the broadcaster’s gender pay disparity sparked national debate and a parliamentary hearing. After securing a formal apology and back pay, she donated the full sum to the Fawcett Society to support women facing pay discrimination. She later wrote her book Equal: A Story of Women, Men and Money, exploring the systemic challenges of workplace inequality.
Since leaving the BBC in 2020, Carrie has continued to write, speak and campaign on issues of fairness, transparency and gender equality. Her insights into leadership, resilience and institutional change make her a compelling speaker for organisations looking to foster inclusive workplaces and navigate complex global landscapes.
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Carrie Gracie, former BBC China editor, became a prominent advocate for workplace equality after resigning in 2018 over pay discrimination. Her experiences and research culminated in her book, Equal, which has garnered acclaim for its insightful and humorous approach. In her talk, Carrie will share her journey, discuss strategies for transforming workplace culture, addressing the gender pay gap, and fostering diversity and inclusion. Attendees will learn practical ways to build trust and create equitable workplaces.
Carrie Gracie, a leading authority on modern China with over 35 years of experience, offers a unique global perspective on the complexities of China's worldview compared to the West. As a former BBC China editor, her insights are invaluable to policymakers and academics alike. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how China's growing influence impacts trade, innovation, and geopolitical dynamics, equipping them with knowledge to navigate these critical developments in their own lives and workplaces.
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