Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are central aspects of our work as both an employer and as a leader of careers education. At the heart of our strategy is the notion of ‘belonging’. We want all staff to feel they belong, for our Network to feel they belong, and for all young people to feel they belong in pursuing their best next step.
We understand that building equitable, diverse and inclusive teams is essential for innovative careers education and is central to our values, mission and impact. CEC’s EDI committee is staff-led, raising awareness of important issues and supporting strategic initiatives such as achieving Disability Confident Employer status.
We use Equality Impact Assessments (EqIAs) to provide an evidence-based approach, so all policies, practices and decision-making processes are fair and do not present barriers. The EqIAs undertaken extend to factors that have a direct impact on the work of the organisation, for example, social mobility, geography and representation of different sectors.
We use diversity data to identify any existing biases, gaps or challenges and work towards improving them. CEC values the visible and invisible qualities that make each member of our team who they are.
We will continue to support all colleagues to demonstrate the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion in their everyday activities, roles, and functions. All employees are responsible for the promotion and advancement of this policy.