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IELA

Welcome to IELA, The Inclusion and Equity Leadership Association. We champion equity, diversity and inclusion and highlight the benefits of inclusive organisations.

We offer advice and guidance, the latest information and news and support with policies and compliance. IELA supports excellence in equity and inclusion work and actively advocates for change through training, resources, networking, consultancy work and much more.

Membership

IELA represents all educational settings, including schools, colleges and universities, charities, organisations, corporate companies and businesses in the UK and world-wide. We invite all to access our services and show their commitment to EDI by becoming a member.

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CPD & Events

IELA provides regular opportunities for members to develop their knowledge and understanding and to support commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion with forums, seminars, webinars, accredited training courses, conferences and more. We cover a range of necessary and relevant topics to enable progression within EDI.

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Advice & Guidance

IELA provides advice and guidance services to all of our members on their EDI journey. We deliver support on key issues surrounding Equity, Diversity and inclusion. From looking at government legislation with an EDI lens to supporting you on an individual basis with queries and questions. We support you with tools and strategies to make the best choices with EDI at heart.

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Sep

Webinar

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cultural competence

May

Accredited Training

10:00 AM - 4:15 PM

BSA Certificate in Professional Practice – Inclusion Lead Training

Oct

Forum

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Black History Month

Oct

Webinar

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Understanding intersectionality and race

Nov

Webinar

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Supporting neurodivergence in your setting

Jan

Webinar

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Fostering a culture of belonging

Feb

Webinar

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

The Importance of Thought Leadership in Inclusion Work

May

Webinar

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Creating a Culture of LGBT+ Allyship

Jun

Webinar

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Championing Women in the Workplace

Jul

Webinar

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Inclusive Leadership

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

Transgender students more likely than cisgender peers to seek support from school staff,…

Source: Transgender students more likely than cisgender peers to seek support from school staff, study finds (phys.org) Transgender students are more likely to seek support from school staff and less likely to seek support from their parents when compared to their cisgender peers, according to a study from researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and New York University. The study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, found among students who felt depressed or anxious, transgender...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

How inclusive classrooms foster empathy, skills, and success for all students

Source:How inclusive classrooms foster empathy, skills, and success for all students (msn.com) Inclusive education is emerging as a crucial element in creating equitable learning environments that benefit all students, including those with and without disabilities. By fostering a sense of belonging and respect for diversity, inclusive classrooms provide every student with the opportunity to succeed in a supportive and safe environment. “An inclusive classroom creates a level playing field for...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

‘Notting Hill Carnival’s diversity and inclusion are more important than ever’

Source: ‘Notting Hill Carnival’s diversity and inclusion are more important than ever’ (msn.com) Notting Hill Carnival’s boss has said its message of “diversity and inclusion” is just as important as the economic boost it gives London — with as many as two million people preparing to join Europe’s biggest street party over the bank holiday weekend. Matthew Phillip, whose first experience of the event was being pushed round it as a baby...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

From Tokenism To True Inclusion: The Essential Role Of Equity In DEI

Source: From Tokenism To True Inclusion: The Essential Role Of Equity In DEI (forbes.com) While commitments to DEI are a positive step toward building environments where everyone can thrive, many companies fall into the trap of tokenism—making superficial attempts to include underrepresented groups without genuine inclusion. According to a 2023 DDI report, leaders’ endorsement of their companies’ initiatives dropped 18% in two years. In the same year, a study by WebMD...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

The Role of Mentorship in Disability Inclusion

Source: (5) The Role of Mentorship in Disability Inclusion | LinkedIn Earlier this year, life reminded me of the meaning of privilege and how it can be temporary and beyond our control. I was diagnosed with progressive hearing loss and found myself having to adjust to a change bigger than me. The journey involved: Realising that this is real, unfair, and I can’t control its speed and direction. Breaking the...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

Anti-Racism In Recruitment: From Good Intentions To Meaningful Action

Source: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/anti-racism-recruitment-from-good-intentions-action-kiri-o-b The majority of our clients are always shocked when we tell them just how rife racism is in recruitment. Some level of unconscious bias is expected, but in my 15 years of working for recruitment agencies, these are some of the entrenched beliefs I heard first hand, sometimes from managers in the context of training their teams: “Never trust a Nigerian candidate” “Don’t bother speaking to anyone from...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

Understanding and Addressing the Impact of Societal Racism in the Workplace

Source: (5) Understanding and Addressing the Impact of Societal Racism in the Workplace | LinkedIn August 5, 2024 The last few days have consisted of a whirlwind of emotions due to the terrible events occurring in the UK currently. No one should be subject to being treated less favourably because of their ethnicity. There is so much that could be said about the current situation, however, I want to focus...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

The Nuance of Disability Pride

Source: (5) The Nuance of Disability Pride | LinkedIn While July is a month of festivity and celebration outwardly reframing the disability experience, it is also a time to take pause and reflect on some of the subtleties that define its everyday practice. I am reminded of the sentiment of psychologist Rhoda Olkin as she wrote, “I am bicultural. I live in two worlds – the nondisabled majority and my...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

Female founders still facing barriers securing financing

Source: Female founders still facing barriers securing financing – Ancient + Brave boss | ITV News The founder of one of the UK’s fastest-growing companies and burgeoning wellness brand Ancient + Brave has hit out at sexism in the financing sector and the difficulties faced by female entrepreneurs. Kate Prince, who founded East Sussex-based Ancient + Brave in 2018 selling collagen and dietary supplements, has been ranked in fifth place...

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Posted: 27 Aug 2024

Almost half of LGBT+ youth have felt bullied in education, survey suggests

Source:Almost half of LGBT+ youth have felt bullied in education, survey suggests | The Herald (heraldscotland.com) Almost half of young LGBT+ people surveyed in the UK have felt bullied or discriminated against at school or university because of their sexual orientation but many have not reported it, according to research. The charity which commissioned the polling said the findings suggest that “despite undeniable progress in LGBTQ rights”, young people are...

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IELA represents all educational settings, including independent and state schools, colleges and universities, charities, organisations, corporate companies and businesses in the UK and world-wide.

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