Governing for Inclusion, Equity and Safeguarding: A guide for school governors

Introduction Governors play a crucial role in setting the tone of a school’s culture. At a time when hostility toward ethnically diverse people is rising, the responsibility of governing boards to protect, include and champion every member of the school community is greater than ever. Inclusion is not a “nice to have”; it is a […]

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Why Courageous Conversations on Discrimination Matter in Every Sector

Foreword Silence is not neutral. Across every sector — from employers and schools to councils, charities, and the police — we must create spaces for courageous conversations about discrimination. Checking in with staff and volunteers is not a tick-box exercise but an act of accountability and leadership. This post explores what each sector must do,

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More than Stereotypes: How Systemic Racism Shapes the Lives of Black Men and Women in Britain

Systemic racism doesn’t always announce itself through slurs or laws. More often, it operates through the quiet but corrosive power of stereotypes. Black men are too often cast as “dangerous” or “angry.” Black women are labelled “loud,” “aggressive,” or reduced to the trope of the “strong Black woman.” These labels might seem casual to some,

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When “Team Fit” Becomes a Thin Excuse: Why This Football-Based Hiring Defence Falls Short of Equality Law

The Story in a Nutshell A recent UK employment tribunal stirred debate when it upheld an employer’s right to reject a candidate based on perceived incompatibility with the existing team even if the reason seemed trivial. In Kalina v. Digitas LBI, the tribunal heard that the applicant, a Tottenham Hotspur supporter, was deemed not to

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When the Trolls Turn Real: Building Respect and Accountability in Our Digital Lives

When Good Morning Britain presenter Adil Ray revealed he had received threats from online trolls, he called it “deeply concerning”. He is far from alone. The UK is witnessing an escalation of online hostility, and the truth is sobering trolling has consequences not only for individuals but for workplaces, reputations, and society as a whole.

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Police in Schools

Across the UK, the presence of police officers in schools has become a point of significant debate. Many authorities introduced school-based officers to improve safety and community engagement. Yet, increasing evidence shows these arrangements often appear in areas with ethnically diverse and economically disadvantaged populations, raising concerns about disproportionate policing and unintended harm to students.

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