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Anti racist organisation? The start of the journey...

4/2/2021

 
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ETHNIC INCLUSION: We're all on the journey, but what is your organisation doing to become truly anti-racist? Here's some tips we've gathered for starters.




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Being an ally

6/1/2021

 
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We have had over 500 companies use and circulate our toolkit.

We have released our Ethnicity Ally Toolkit in August 2020 (which will be updated to include more on the role leadership and line manager) which will be accompanied by workshops open to all our members and their employees.

The guide gives a checklist of how to be an ally,  advocate and champion and explains why everyone should be an ally. Including awareness building on micro-aggressions, language, scenarios and quotes from our favourite allies.

Please send through your comments on what you feel an ethnicity ally needs to do (i.e. amplify, listen, call out behaviour, etc.) and also register your interest if you would like to receive the toolkit.

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Award deadlines updated

23/8/2020

 
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Ethnicity Awards 2020 timeline
The awards 2020 have been revamped and updated this year to better highlight the stories of role models and their experiences. The awards will include a greater emphasis on story-telling and showcasing the experiences on those who have done exceptional work in the ethnicity space.

Deadline for nominations are now open. Business Categories close on 6th July 2020. 
Front Line hero nominations close on 31st July 2020.
Maturity Matrix submissions which determine the Outstanding Employer category close on 31st July 2020.
Public nominations also close on 31st July 2020.

This year we will be announcing the Top 10s (which feed into the overall winner) as a list of Top 100+ list, including 100 individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and further categories. The announcement will be made at the start of Black History Month on 1st October.

Action Group: Ethnicity, wellness & mental health

23/7/2020

 
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Following on from our Action Group session on Ethnicity, Wellness and Mental Health. Initial points are below.

The effects of the George Floyd atrocity, coupled with the dis-proportionate number of Covid-19 cases with sections of ethnic minority communities have left ethnic groups, particularly black colleagues, facing fatigue, stress and sometimes anxiety within the workplace.

This is a live document: We are in the process of transcribing the session and will add to this page. Initial Key Points: Please note this is a live document, if you would like to add your points, case studies or experiences to this section, please let us know (email).


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Time to take action: George Floyd, a global outcry for racial equality

25/6/2020

 
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The need to end systemic racism has never been so vocal in all corners of the world and in every aspect of life. Stamping out discrimination in the workplace is everyone's responsibility and this is our opportunity to unite and work together...  
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The last few months have been distressing, exhausting and quite frankly, deadly.
 
With the anniversary of Grenfell, the second annual Windrush Day, Brexit lifting the lid on tolerance in a diverse Britain and the murder of George Floyd all hot on the heels of disproportionate BAME deaths from Covid-19, our community is in shock.


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Government & Business leaders

16/6/2020

 
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Our AGM All-Party Parliamentary Group for Governance and Inclusive Leadership (business committee) takes place on 2nd July, chaired by Dawn Butler MP and open to all MPs across parties. The past few months have been very challenging for BAME communities in many different ways. We will be using the session to discuss how organisations can better support employees by collaboration and sharing best practice.


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Blog: Support for black colleagues

2/6/2020

 

Advice to non-Black Leaders, Line Managers, HR & D&I Practitioners in Supporting Black Employees
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Article by Petunia Thomas
Avoid repeatedly and over time asking black colleagues to share their experiences. Listen well and act on what they have shared. Pay attention to their mental health and wellbeing as well as their psychological safety, whilst at the same time engaging in self-education on your own and intentionally reflecting on how racism has occurred in society and the workplace.


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'At the grass roots of racism'

26/9/2019

 
The BAME Football Forum presents 'At the Grass Roots of Racism', an event that aims to give "players, coaches, managers, parents and the public" the opportunity to discuss racism and discrimination in football.

Racism in football is a hot topic in the media right now, and it seems that a new story is published everyday about a new case of racist abuse within the community. The BAME Football Forum believe that the best way to tackle this problem is by "engaging with grassroots football communities." Next month, the BFF will hold an event that integrates attendees from the semi professional and professional game, local and national FA's, universities, police and police crime commissioners, the local authority, national campaign groups and more. As well as this, non-BAME football clubs are being encouraged to attend so that they can be part of the conversation.
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On the day, the BFF will present results from a recent survey on discrimination, victims of racist abuse within the football community will tell their stories, and the challenges of past and present footballers - such as ex England International, Liverpool and Leicester star, Emile Heskey - will be addressed.

The event is being held at Leicester City Football Club and tickets are free - for more information click here.
Anyone wishing to attend or discuss any other media requests can contact Ivan Liburd at:
E: bamefootballforum@gmail.com
T: @BAME_FF
W: www.bamefootballforum.com 


News: Shortlist announced

1/8/2019

 
Ethnicity Awards 2019: Star names and influencers lead the Top 10 Shortlist 
Meghan Markle, Stormzy, Raheem Sterling and Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock amongst the big-name nominees
 
The Ethnicity Awards, with official partner HSBC UK,  revealed its star-studded Top 10 Shortlist which includes Meghan Markle, Rochelle Hulmes and Stormzy.
 
The awards celebrate people in the public eye, charitable organisations and big brands for their commitment to improving the lives of ethnic minorities.
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House of Commons programme

13/6/2019

 
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House of Commons launches programme to find next generation of BAME leaders
 
The House of Commons has committed to increasing the representation of BAME (Black, Asian and Ethnic-Minority) people within its workforce and in Parliament more widely with the Pathway to Success Leadership and Development Programme.

Lloyds Banking Group have joined the initiative, with Fiona Cannon (pictured left), Responsible Business, Sustainability & Inclusion Director, saying: “We know that diverse and inclusive leadership is good for business and are pleased to support the Pathway to Success Leadership and Development programme to increase the representation of BAME people in politics. As part of our on-going commitment to help Britain prosper, we have set our own goals to increase BAME representation across our whole workforce, as well as within senior management. We recognise that our ability to reflect and understand our customer base, and harness different perspectives is key to our success.”   



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