Welcome to the Equality and Diversity UK blog, where we celebrate the power of allyship and its transformative impact. Today, we want to shed light on the importance of allyship and its role in creating a more equitable and inclusive society. Allyship is not just about passive support; it is about actively advocating for and […]
The UK Government and the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) have published a new draft Code of Practice for services, public functions, and associations under the Equality Act 2010. This matters because the Code explains how organisations should apply equality law in practice — including schools, colleges, councils, charities, businesses, leisure providers, and membership
Understanding the New Draft Equality Act Code of Practice (2026) Read More »
Foreword Police accountability cannot be built on community pain, unpaid labour and polite consultation. For many Black Londoners and other communities affected by disproportionate policing, the issue is not a lack of lived experience, knowledge or willingness to speak. The issue is that people have spoken repeatedly and too often, systems have listened without changing.
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In every school, inclusion should be visible, felt, and lived – not hidden in a policy folder or only discussed during inspection season. The role of the inclusion link governor is not to “tick boxes,” but to challenge, support and ensure that every child, family, and member of staff feels seen, valued and able to
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Honouring Our Communities: Lived Experiences, Recognition and Change Foreword At Equality and Diversity UK (EDUK), we believe that Black History Month must be more than reflection alone. It must be a catalyst for action, accountability, and long-term change. The testimonies shared within this report are powerful reminders that racism is not simply historical; it remains
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There are approximately 3.9–4 million Muslims living in the UK, representing around 6.5% of the population in England and Wales according to the 2021 Census. Yet public conversations about Muslims in Britain are too often shaped by misinformation, stereotypes or fear rather than evidence. The reality is that British Muslims contribute significantly across healthcare,
Muslims in the UK: Representation, Contribution and Breaking Stereotypes Read More »
EDUK Professional Insight Blog Foreword At Equality and Diversity UK (EDUK), we often hear organisations describe racism as an issue of “unconscious bias” alone. While unconscious bias is real and evidenced within research, reducing racism solely to something people are unaware of can unintentionally weaken accountability, minimise harm, and prevent meaningful organisational change. An edited
When Political Commentary Crosses the Line What employers, educators, and organisations must learn about antisemitic imagery, accountability, reputation, and workplace culture Disclaimer The image featured in this article is a screenshot of a social media post circulating online at the time of writing. It is included for the purpose of discussion, education, media literacy, and
Antisemitism: Media and accountability lessons for us all Read More »
Black. Jewish. Unapologetic. Inspired by the growing fear, trauma and silence surrounding antisemitism in Britain today, and the question many Jewish families are now quietly asking: “Would they hide me?” Opening Poem — The Question We Should Never Have to Ask Would you hide me if they came?If hatred once again had name?If windows smashed
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Across the UK, there has been a documented rise in antisemitic incidents alongside broader hate incidents affecting many protected groups. In law, the Equality Act 2010 is clear: religion or belief is a protected characteristic, and organisations have a legal duty to prevent discrimination, harassment and victimisation. But legal compliance alone is not enough. The
Foreword: This Is Not Abstract – This Is Happening Here Across the UK and here in Greater Manchester recent months have seen a disturbing rise in antisemitic incidents: verbal abuse in the street, intimidation outside places of worship, online harassment spilling into real-world threats, and Jewish individuals being targeted simply for who they are. These
Listening, Learning and Acting Together: Why are British Jews afraid? Read More »
