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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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May

Accredited Training

10:00 AM - 4:15 PM

BSA Certificate in Professional Practice – Inclusion Lead Training

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

Jan

Seminar

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Mitigating unconscious bias

Jan

Seminar

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Equity through a legal lens: The Equality Act in Practice

Apr

Seminar

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The four stages of psychological safety

Feb

Forum

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Social Responsibility

May

Forum

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Preparing for Pride Month

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Posted: 16 Jan 2025

Why Diversity and Inclusion Strengthen Business Networks and the Organizations Whose Data Flows…

Author: Joern Keller January 16, 2025 In the technology industry, diversity and inclusion are all too often thought of as the province of human resources departments. Software engineering teams, by contrast, prefer applying their expertise to more practical, quantitative domains – such as data. Or so goes the thinking. But what if I told you that diversity and inclusion are integral rather than peripheral to data science and that without...

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Posted: 16 Jan 2025

Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation: Where’s the Line?

Author: Gibendi Rael October 30, 2024 By Gibendi Rael Cultural diversity is crucial in shaping human experiences, as it enriches our understanding of the world. However, at the heart of it lies the risk of extinction, threatening to erase centuries of wisdom and identity that we have only just begun to appreciate. The disappearance of indigenous languages and traditions endangers key elements of our shared narrative, stripping away the rich...

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Posted: 16 Jan 2025

Understanding & Addressing the Gender Pay Gap: The Role of Everyday Bias

Author: Felicity Menzies January 6, 2025 The gender pay gap remains a persistent issue in Australian workplaces. According to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA), women earn, on average, 21.8% less than men. While structural and systemic issues play a role, everyday bias significantly exacerbates this disparity. These biases are rooted in stereotypes about gender roles, caregiving, and maternal duties, creating barriers to fair pay and career advancement. Understanding the...

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Posted: 16 Jan 2025

Understanding Neurodiversity: A Primer for Leaders

Author: Steven Musham January 7, 2025 Defining Neurodiversity Neurodiversity is a concept that challenges the traditional way we view neurological differences. It proposes that brain variations are simply a part of human diversity rather than deficiencies that need to be cured or fixed. The term itself, coined by sociologist Judy Singer in the late 1990s, refers to the range of differences in brain function and behavioural traits. It primarily encompasses...

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Posted: 16 Jan 2025

But I don’t want to offend anyone…

Author: Bennie Kara Dec 11 2024 It’s all too familiar to hear teachers say that they do not want to offend anyone. After all, teachers are nice people (most of them) and they want to get it right for their students. But too often, the refrain becomes a reason to stick to what we’ve always taught. The comfort of familiarity is a lovely place to stay, but it doesn’t lead...

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Posted: 16 Jan 2025

Is the backlash against DEI real? How to seize this moment to progress…

Author: Suzie Farthing January 16, 2025 With Donald Trump’s inauguration as President taking place on Monday, there have been a flurry of news reports about several US-headquartered corporates, including Meta, Amazon, Walmart and McDonalds, “rolling back” from their DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) programmes or even “eliminating DEI” in a bid to curry political favour. As Co-founder of a strategic inclusion-focused communications consultancy (Untapped) and disability-focused market research and insight...

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Posted: 16 Jan 2025

User Experience (UX) and Interface Design for Dyslexia in the Workplace: CEO Perspectives…

Author: Dimitrie Ichim January 15, 2025 In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving workplace, accessibility isn’t just a nice-to-have it’s a must. Dyslexia, a learning difference that affects reading, writing and information processing, can present significant challenges when using workplace tools and software. Thankfully, companies are beginning to recognize that designing for accessibility isn’t just about meeting legal requirements it’s about unlocking the full potential of every individual, regardless of their neurodiversity....

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Posted: 16 Jan 2025

The future of Gender Equality – 132 Years is to long!

Source: The future of Gender Equality – 132 Years is to long! | LinkedIn Author: Hannah Awonuga You can’t be what you can’t see! Myth or truth?? As of July 2024, 11% of the CEOs in the FTSE 100 are women. Nine! There are currently nine female CEOs leading FTSE 100 companies in the UK, an increase from 2013 when only one female CEO existed. This is great news but...

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Posted: 14 Jan 2025

IELA Podcast: Episode 2 Gender Equity and Allyship in the Workplace

Welcome to the very first mini podcast series by the Inclusion, Equity and Leadership Association, also known as (IELA). This series is called The IELA Exchange: Conversations about Inclusion. Episode 2 is all about working towards gender equity in the workplace and understanding the importance of active allyship. Listen as we have an impactful conversation around what companies can do to stamp out gender-based discrimination and how they can support...

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Posted: 6 Dec 2024

Students upset by sea deaths help rescue migrants

Source: Small boat migrant deaths leave Atlantic College students angry – BBC News Sixth-form students at Atlantic College are learning life-saving skills to rescue migrants at sea, driven by anger over rising deaths and a commitment to making a difference in the global refugee crisis. Click here to read more: Small boat migrant deaths leave Atlantic College students angry – BBC News

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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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