In every street, in every hall,Across the globe, in businesses tall,There rings a truth both bold and brightEquality is a human right. Not a trend, nor passing phase,But justice lit in lasting blaze.To tackle hate, we must beginBy naming bias from within. No matter colour, age or creed,Our workplaces have urgent needFor hearts that welcome,
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We’ve been taught to believe that policies equal progress. That having a policy on anti-racism, inclusion, or equality means an organisation is “doing the work.” But for many of us and especially for ethnically diverse individuals that illusion shatters the moment we seek help, report harm, or simply try to be seen. Recently, we’ve experienced
The London Museum has urged staff to address the problem of ‘embedded whiteness’ as part of a diversity drive, it has emerged. The publicly-funded museum focused on the history of London has reportedly created a leaflet to help staff to ‘challenge embedded whiteness’ in the workplace. Staff have been told that the museum’s current ‘culture and ways
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On 15th April 2025, we pause to mark a profoundly moving anniversary 80 years since British troops liberated Bergen-Belsen concentration camp. As they entered the gates, soldiers of the British 11th Armoured Division were confronted by scenes that remain etched into the history of humanity: piles of unburied bodies, and over 60,000 prisoners on the
Greater Manchester is home to a vibrant and diverse population. Yet, for many Black and Asian communities, long-standing inequalities continue to limit access to opportunity and fair treatment. Whether in employment, education, housing, health, or interactions with the police, structural barriers and institutional bias persist but they can be dismantled. With targeted, co-produced action and
Across the UK, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) communities continue to face stark and persistent inequalities, despite legal protections under the Equality Act 2010, which recognises Romany Gypsies and Irish Travellers as distinct ethnic groups. This means they are protected under the Act from discrimination, harassment, and victimisation on the grounds of race, including ethnic
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Why This Matters At EDUK, we understand that equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are not optional extras in public health, they are central to it. A new report by the Runnymede Trust and the Health Foundation makes this clearer than ever: racism is a social determinant of health. From housing conditions to employment outcomes, people
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Introduction In our roles as public servants, educators, employers, and community leaders, we often ask: why do racial inequalities persist despite decades of legislation and good intentions? The answer may lie not in the old face of racism, but in a subtler, more insidious version, what scholars call new racism. New racism doesn’t wear a
To cultivate an anti-racist workplace, organisations can implement the following strategies: 10 Steps to Becoming a Proactive EDI Employer By committing to these steps, organisations can create environments where all employees feel valued and respected, leading to enhanced innovation, employee satisfaction, and overall organisational success.
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In today’s globalised and diverse society, organisations must prioritise equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) to ensure ethical practices and sustainable success. A notable example underscoring this necessity is Google’s recent settlement, where the company agreed to pay $28 million to resolve allegations of favouring white and Asian employees over other ethnically diverse staff in terms
