Anti-racism, equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re nurturing a more diverse, inclusive and equitable NGO sector through our programmes and events, and working tirelessly against racism.
What we work on
The UK’s international development and humanitarian workforce faces significant challenges in staff diversity, inclusion and equity.
At Bond, we’re working to transform the NGO sector, focusing on particular areas such as anti-racism and gender equity.
Our work in this area is part of our larger project covering sector transformation.
The impact our work has
Dismantling racism - We’re bringing the sector together to dismantle racism in international development and beyond.
Supporting women leaders - Women face many social and institutional barriers to progressing in their careers. We want to better champion women to become tomorrow’s NGO leaders.
Inclusive recruitment - We believe fairness and equity in recruitment are central to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. Being transparent about salaries is an essential first step.
Racism, power and truth: Experiences of people of colour in development
Read the reportWhat is stopping women from becoming NGO leaders?
Find out moreShow the salary on job adverts to close pay gaps and drive inclusion
Get the guideWe work on anti-racism as part of our decolonisation work. You can find out more in our guide Anti-racism and decolonising: A framework for organisations and Becoming locally led as an anti-racist practice: a guide.
If you have any questions about our work on safeguarding, please get in touch.
Get involved
Join the People of Colour in Development Working Group
A space for people of colour to discuss issues, challenges and best practice, and the coordinate influencing.
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Join the Human Resources Working Group
Join staff with HR functions discuss issues such as EDI, exchange experience and provide peer support.
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Find out more about membershipBlogs and resources
We have a wealth of blogs and resources on equity, diversity and inclusion and regularly host events and webinars on the subject.
Related Content
The pursuit of racial justice: what we want to see change
Most groups vital to bringing about systemic change are underfunded, and intersectional anti-racist work in organisations – if it is happening at all – is often siloed. Addressing these challenges is pivotal in advancing our journey towards dismantling racism within our sector.
How do we step up to address the imbalance of power in our organisations?
A reflection on the progress made in the sector in anti-racism, equity, diversity and inclusion over recent times, and what still needs to be done, from our CEO Stephanie Draper.
Three years on from the murder of George Floyd: where are we now?
Anti-racist work is being side-lined or wilfully ignored in many organisations. This urgently needs to change, says Bond’s People of Colour in Development Working Group.