Diversity Defined
Perspectives on diversity
Personal and unfiltered, our Diversity Defined series shines a light on the perspectives of educators and experts from across the sector, exploring what diversity in education means and how it can be realised.
Our contributors' perspectives on diversity
D is for disability
Zoe Mather, Education Officer at nasen shares tips on how we can celebrate all differences as an opportunity to learn.
I is for identity
Holly Green, Schools & Colleges Programmes Manager at Stonewall shares tips on creating an environment where difference is celebrated.
V is for Varying needs
Marie Beale, Deputy Headteacher at Whitefield Primary School, shares tips on how to build care, connection and confidence in schools.
E is for Equity
Alan Palmer, Co-Director at LGBTed speaks about how equity is not equality, it’s enabling students to be their whole selves.
R is for Representation
Joy Mbakwe, Head of English at LilianBaylis Technology School, speaks about how all lives matter equally.
S is for Stereotypes
Alison Kriel, Founder of Above & Beyond Education, shares tips on building unity within the school community.
I is for Inclusion
Suha Yassin, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Lead at Pearson, speaks about how all students are part of the school community, every learner matters equally
T is for Teaching
Laura Swiszczowski, Head of Programme Diversity & Inclusion at Teach First, speaks about pupils want to see themselves reflected by those that lead and educate them.
Y is for Youth
YMCA George Williams College speaks about understanding and developing socio-emotional skills.