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National Inclusion week 23rd to 29th September
National Inclusion Week 2024 is an annual event that aims to highlight the importance of inclusion in the workplace and beyond. It serves as a platform for organisations to showcase their commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and to educate their employees about the benefits of an inclusive environment. Read more here
Human rights watchdog calls on governments to address major disparities faced by some ethnic minorities in England and Wales
The EHRC’s latest report, submitted to the Committee for the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (CERD), highlights serious issues in many areas. Read more here.
Army apologises as former soldier wins substantial payout for alleged racist and sexist abuse
A former Corporal who fronted British Army recruitment campaigns has received an apology and a substantial financial settlement from the Ministry of Defence, after allegedly being subjected to racist and sexist abuse. Read more here.
Met officer sacked after using antisemitic language at work
The senior officer responsible for policing in east London, said: "This case resulted from colleagues stepping in and rightly challenging unacceptable and discriminatory behaviour - I’m reassured that they felt confident to take this action. Read more here.
Chancellor's commitment to improve life for women
Rachel Reeves commits to improving women’s lives by closing gender pay gap. Read more here.
London’s fourth plinth artwork aims to ‘unite trans community around the world’
Each of the masks that make up Mil Veces un Instante pays tribute to all who were killed for reasons of hate - each mask has a name and features traces of the person on whom it was based. Read more here.
Supporting disabled workers with hybrid working: EHRC Guidance for employers
What does the law say about reasonable adjustments in employment? The EHRC has created guidance aimed at managers and leaders who are supporting disabled workers with participating fully in hybrid working.
It provides practical tips, conversation prompts, questions and case study examples. It covers both recruitment and employment. Read more here.
Sir Ian McKellen: “the fight continues" for LGBTQ+ equality
Speaking about his new movie Sir Ian McKellen says it “shouldn’t be labeled as a gay movie” Yet, he acknowledges that Jimmy’s sexuality is “relevant to the story” being told, particularly because it is set in a time when homosexuality was not only frowned upon but illegal in the UK. Read more here.
South Western Railway: Sign language AI app trial for passengers - Deaf Inclusion
The app allows mobile phone users to stay up to date on important train announcements. Read more here.
Major economic crises reduce gender diversity on corporate boards
The study, conducted by Shibashish Mukherjee, Professor of Corporate Finance at emlyon business school, and Sorin M.S. Krammer at Surrey Business School, investigated corporate boards before and after the 2008-2010 financial crises. Read more here.
