The "Everyone Economy" report by CMI highlights the urgent need for equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in the UK workforce. It reveals significant gaps in representation and progression, with missing managers from various backgrounds: 560,000 female managers, 420,000 from lower socio-economic backgrounds, 290,000 with disabilities, and 100,000 from diverse ethnic backgrounds. The report underscores the imperative of bridging the perception-action gap in organisations, promoting transparency in data collection, and driving government-led initiatives to unleash diverse talent, improve economic effectiveness, and create a more inclusive workforce that maximises business potential.

The Institute for Government & Public Policy is proud to continue building a reputation for delivering inspirational and empowering diversity, equity, and inclusion events. Building on the success of the online events, the Advancing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) in the Workplace Conference 2024 is coming to London.

The National Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) in the Workplace Conference 2024 will underscore the pivotal role of EDI policies in cultivating both productivity and fairness in workplaces. It will explore strategies for organisations to seamlessly integrate EDI into employee retention and advancement practices, promoting an inclusive environment. Register today to avoid disappointment.