Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
A more inclusive South Yorkshire
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background, identity or circumstances.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of how we work - in our organisation, our people and our funding.
We're committed to creating an organisation where people feel respected, valued and able to participate use our position as a funder to help address inequality.
EDI Best Practice Factsheet
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Our commitments
We are committed to creating a welcoming, respectful and inclusive organisation for our staff, trustees, partners, grant applicants and the communities we serve.
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Our approach
We're embedding EDI across everything we do, from how we work as an organisation to how we make funding decisions.
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Inclusive funding
Making our funding accessible and responsive to the communities we serve.
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Accessibility
Making our information, services, funding and events accessible.
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People
Our approach to recruitment, representation and inclusive working.
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EDI group
Ensuring EDI is embedded in organisational governance.
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Learning and development
Monthly EDI sessions, training and learning resources.
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Listening
Using community insight and feedback to inform our work.
Need additional support?
If you need information in a different format, require an adjustment to access our services, or need additional support with an application, please get in touch.
Meet Rachael
Rachael is currently on maternity leave.
She coordinates the delivery of philanthropic activities, working collaboratively within different teams, community groups and donors to bring about exciting new opportunities. She is also chair of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) internal group and oversees South Yorkshire’s Giving Network.
Rachael Farrell (on maternity leave)
Philanthropy Coordinator
Rachael Farrell (on maternity leave)'s LinkedIn page