Redefining Workplace Inclusivity: Advocating for Child-Free Professionals

In this episode, we’re joined by Alysia Christiaen, founder of Child-free Women in the Workplace (CFW-Squared), a community dedicated to supporting professional women who choose not to have children. Alysia, a lawyer and content creator based in London, Ontario, recognized the need for a space where child-free women can share their unique experiences and challenges in the workplace. Throughout our conversation, Alysia discusses the importance of inclusivity in the workplace, particularly for child-free individuals. We delve into how businesses can better attract and support these workers, and the need for policy changes to redefine the concept of family to be more inclusive of all employees, regardless of their personal choices. Alysia also shares her personal experiences as a child-free woman in her 40s, highlighting the advantages and disadvantages faced by those without children in professional settings. We explore how societal trends, such as the increasing number of women prioritizing careers over parenthood, are reshaping family structures, workforce sustainability, and gender roles. Listeners will gain insights into the growing community of child-free professionals, the importance of fostering conversations around these topics, and how Alysia’s advocacy is paving the way for more inclusive workplaces. Where to get a hold of our guest -  Here is the website: www.cfw2.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreew2/ LinkedIn: Child-free Women in the Workplace   RESOURCES MENTIONED: Executive Women and the Myth of Having It All (hbr.org) https://resumelab.com/ We want to hear from you!! If you have a story you think our growing audience needs to hear, please email us at [email protected]. "The Connectors" podcast is hosted and produced  by Jolyn and Quinten. Marketing, sound and technical work thanks to the design coop and our theme tune thanks to the amazing The Hypnotyst @hypnotyst   PODCAST DISCLAIMER This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Connectors. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, therapist, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. The Connectors makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the podcast or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in the podcast for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. Kisses and hugs.