Advice & support
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 Total Events (previously Dods Events), 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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Progress through FDA Learn
Katherine Hutchinson speaks to member Tutu Ogle about her burgeoning career and how her union is supporting its growth.
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FDA delegation attends TUC Young Workers’ Conference 2026
An FDA delegation attended this year’s TUC Young Workers’ Conference in Brighton.
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TUC Women’s Conference 2026
A delegation of FDA members attended TUC Women’s Conference in Bournemouth.
