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resource hub

The ODI Resource Hub is designed to provide you and your organisation with insight that will positively impact on business and those who are experiencing barriers to work in Ireland. It provides you with access to information and guidance that is informed by lived experience and academic research. 

As thought-leaders in the area of corporate social justice, this hub will support your organisation’s journey toward a more inclusive and equitable workplace and provide you with practical advice, leading to better business and a more inclusive society.  

The hub is divided into three key sections

  1. Research Innovative research that is informed by lived experience and carried out by experts in the field.
  2. Partner Resources Practical, solutions-focused resources designed to support our partners on their inclusion and equity journey.
  3. Policy & Advocacy Documents that advocate for evidence-based government policy that support inclusive and equitable access to employability.

If you are interested in working with us on a particular piece of research or interested in learning more on how you can support ODI’s Research Hub, please contact
info@opendoorsinitiative.ie

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In order to create a login account, your organisation must first be a Partner of Open Doors Initiative. If your organisation would like to Become a Partner they will receive unlimited access to all resources and toolkits in the ODI Research Hub.

If you are an employee of an existing Partner Organisation, you can create your individual Login Account below.

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Research Documents

ODI’s Research Hub is dedicated to producing high-quality, evidence-based research that is grounded in lived experience in partnership with industry experts. By centring the voices of people who face barriers to employment, we ensure our research reflects real-world challenges and delivers insights that drive meaningful, practical change. Our work bridges the gap between data and lived reality with the aim of strengthening policy, employer practice and raise awareness. 

We invite researchers, institutions, and community partners to collaborate with us to co-create research that informs action and advances equitable employment outcomes.

The documents in this section are exclusive to ODI partners.

Learn more about becoming a partner

Employers Resources

ODI’s Partner Guides are practical, solutions-focused resources designed to support our partners on their inclusion and equity journey. These guides translate research and lived experience into clear, actionable tools that help organisations move from intention to impact. By offering practical strategies, examples and guidance, we empower partners to embed inclusive practices across their workplaces. 

We encourage organisations, employers and sector leaders to collaborate with ODI to develop, share and implement solutions that drive real and measurable change.

The documents in this section are exclusive to ODI partners. 

Learn more about becoming a partner

Policy Documents

ODI’s Policy & Advocacy Hub contains a range of policy position, public consultation submissions and reports. Through informed advocacy, strategic engagement and evidence-led dialogue, we champion equitable employment for people experiencing barriers and push for reforms that create lasting, structural change. Our advocacy is guided by lived experience and informed by research, ensuring the voices of those most impacted are heard where it matters most. 

We call on policymakers, employers and sector leaders to partner with us in shaping fairer, more inclusive employment systems.

Speaking Opportunities

Our team is very experienced in a number of different diversity, equity and belonging areas and we are happy to discuss speaking opportunities with your employees and clients. These can mark awareness days, events and seminars, panel discussions or fit into your DEIB calander for the year. We also offer specific trainings in a range of areas  which may be of interest. 

BOOK A CONSULTATION

To book a consultation, please contact
info@opendoorsinitiative.ie

Open Mic

Open Mic - The Open Doors Podcast

Open Mic is a new podcast series presented by the Open Doors Initiative which explores the challenges and opportunities of the working world from the perspectives of marginalised communities. The podcast is in the form of short interview segments with individuals who share their lived experiences and insights.

View Open Mic Podcasts

Open Doors publication Spotlight

 

Employers Cultural Competence Toolkit

Employers’ Cultural Competence Toolkit

In June 2025, The Open Doors Initiative launched our latest toolkit: Employer’s Cultural Competence. Funded by AIB and The European Social Fund, the toolkit was authored by Dr. Toluwani Akaehomen, who led the research behind it. In the words of David McCormack, Chief People Officer at AIB

“This toolkit represents more than just a resource; it’s a call to action. It reminds us that meaningful change begins with awareness, and is sustained through continuous learnings, inclusive practices, and accountability.”

The toolkit was launched at the AIB Head Offices in Dublin, with a keynote from Dr. Toluwani Akaehomen and a panel discussion with Melissa Bosch (EDI Lead at EY), Adrian Moynihan (Head of Consumer at AIB), and Abdul Bari Ahmadzai (Business Development at ODI), chaired by Talita Holzer (Head of Programmes at ODI).

The toolkit includes research-based guidance and practical advice for business, including:

  • Understanding key concepts and definitions
  • Navigating different communication styles
  • Assessing your organisation’s culture
  • Becoming a culturally competent leader
  • Supporting cultural competence in teamwork and customer service
  • Leveraging cultural competence for inclusive recruitment and career progression

The toolkit is available to all ODI partners. Download it from our Research Hub

AIB, Government of Ireland and European Union