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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The FDA believes that public services should represent the people they serve. We are dedicated to promoting equality for all and to fighting all forms of discrimination, bullying, harassment and victimisation.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
Everyone is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. The ability to live and work without prejudice is a fundamental right, regardless of your background, identity and experiences. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is integral to the work of the FDA.
The FDA Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, 2024-26 sets out how the union is focused on improving our members’ working lives, for fairness and equality in the workplace and beyond.
Our work on EDI
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Sub-committee
The FDA’s work on equality is co-ordinated by our Executive Committee’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Sub-committee (EDIC). The committee meets four times a year to discuss union policy and work on equality issues.
Professional development
We’re proud to host a number of events in partnership with Dods, including Ethnic Minorities into Leadership and Women into Leadership. Held across the country, these conferences feature speeches, workshops and networking opportunities, designed to equip delegates with the tools they need to progress their careers. Members benefit from greatly discounted tickets to these events.
You can find guidance for reps and members on equalities topics in the members’ portal. Log in to find guidance including advice on workplace adjustments, the menopause and becoming an equality rep in your workplace.
Latest news in EDI
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Lords Committee report highlights lack of evidence behind civil service 60% office working mandate
A new report from the House of Lords Select Committee on Home-Based Working, which features evidence from the FDA, says the government should lead by example with good hybrid working practices within the civil service.
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2025 Wendy Jones Equality Award winner: Chloé François-Oatway
Katherine Hutchinson speaks to the winner of the Wendy Jones Equality Award 2025, Chloé François-Oatway.
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FDA attends TUC LGBT Conference and London Pride
To mark the end of Pride Month, FDA delegations attended the TUC LGBT+ Conference and Pride in London.