Planning Inclusive Social Events: Why It Matters
With warmer weather and the return of team socials, gatherings, and community events, it’s a great opportunity to consider how we can make these moments welcoming for all. At the National Centre for Diversity, we believe inclusion should go beyond formal spaces — influencing every part of an organisation’s culture, whether it’s in meetings or at informal get-togethers.
Lesbian Visibility Week 2025
At the National Centre for Diversity, we’re proud to stand in solidarity with lesbian individuals and communities as we celebrate Lesbian Visibility Week April 22-28th. This important week shines a light on the experiences, contributions, and resilience of lesbian people — and serves as a reminder of why inclusion must be intentional, visible, and ongoing.
Diversity Fatigue: What It Is – and How We Can Tackle It Together
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a real surge in commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) across all sectors. Many organisations are doing more than ever to address inequality, improve representation, and create inclusive spaces. But with that progress has come a quieter, and sometimes uncomfortable, side effect: diversity fatigue.
Transgender Day of Visibility 2025: Celebrating the Trans Community and Raising Awareness
Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV), observed on March 31st, celebrates the achievements and visibility of transgender individuals while raising awareness about their challenges. In 2025, TDOV highlights ongoing conversations around gender identity, equality, and human rights that shape societal views and policies.
Faizah Idris – Marketing Officer
Marketing Officer, Faizah Idris has spent over a decade in the marketing field. Throughout her career, she has worked across various sectors, including social housing, corporate retail and the optical industry.
Inclusion as a Survival Instinct: The Case for Diversity in the United Kingdom
At the National Centre for Diversity, we believe that inclusion is not just a legal or moral obligation—it is a fundamental survival instinct. Throughout history, societies and organisations that embraced diversity and worked collaboratively thrived, while those that excluded and marginalised others often stagnated or failed. In today’s UK, the need for inclusion is greater than ever. Whether in workplaces, education, or public life, embracing diversity strengthens resilience, fosters innovation, and secures long-term success.
FREDIE: Inclusion of Your Muslim Employees, Learners, Service Users, and Customers This Eid
Eid is one of the most significant celebrations for Muslims worldwide, marking the end of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) or the conclusion of Hajj (Eid al-Adha). For Muslim employees, it is a time of joy, prayer, and togetherness with family and the wider community. However, balancing workplace commitments during Eid can sometimes be challenging.
Practitioner Profile: Halima Khan
Working in the field of sport development, Halima Khan has spent the last decade championing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) from community to strategic level. This has involved working at a local, national and international level.
How Solat Chaudhry is Redefining Leadership Through Diversity and Inclusion
For over two decades, Solat Chaudhry, founder and CEO of the National Centre for Diversity, has been a trailblazer in advancing workplace equality and inclusion. With his groundbreaking FREDIE framework—Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement—Solat is shaping the future of leadership by embedding inclusive practices into organisational cultures.
Discover how Solat’s pioneering initiatives, like the Investors in Diversity standards and Inclusion IQ, are transforming businesses and empowering leaders to embrace equity and diversity as drivers of success. Whether you’re curious about actionable steps for fostering inclusive workplaces or inspired by stories of real-world impact, this interview offers invaluable insights for anyone passionate about creating meaningful change.