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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to life at Italia Conti.
We are committed to creating a community where every individual is treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and where diversity of identity, background and experience is valued. We actively work to remove barriers and ensure all students and staff feel supported and empowered.
We believe:
- Diversity in all its forms strengthens learning and creative practice
- Black lives matter, and we stand firmly against racism.
- Systemic racism causes real harm and must be actively challenged.
- Awareness, solidarity and meaningful action are essential to lasting change.
- Global Majority students should see themselves reflected in their training and environment.
- Being anti-racist requires ongoing, practical and reflective action.
- Everyone deserves to feel welcome, safe and respected.
- We recognise the importance of intersectionality and strive to create an environment where all identities are valued.
We are committed to:
- Widening participation across all programmes, particularly for underrepresented groups.
- Supporting applicants facing socio-economic barriers to training.
- Working with educators and early careers advisers to broaden access to training in the performing arts.
- Ensuring staff and managers understand their EDI responsibilities and are supported through ongoing training.
- Handling complaints and concerns transparently, fairly and responsibly.
- Working in partnership across the sector to challenge inequality and improve practice.
- Embedding equality, diversity and inclusion across all areas of the organisation and its culture.
- Monitoring and reviewing our progress to ensure continuous improvement in EDI practice.
Our Structures and Support
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer We have a dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer who provides advice, guidance and support to staff and students, and helps lead the development of EDI initiatives, policies, and action planning across the organisation.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee Our EDI Steering Committee brings together staff and student representatives from across our courses. The committee oversees the EDI Action Plan, holds the organisation to account, and helps drive meaningful, practical change. Sub‑groups focus on key areas, including, Inclusive language, LGBTQIA+ support, Neurodiversity, and Access to essential resources.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan We introduced our EDI Action Plan in 2020 and continue to review and develop it in response to feedback, data and sector best practice. Responsibility for equality, diversity and inclusion is shared across the organisation and embedded in our everyday practice.
For more information, please contact our EDI Officer, Neil Collins at: EDI@italiaconti.co.uk
Relevant Policies
Anti-Bullying Statement
Appropriate Physical Contact
and Safe Touch Polic
Complaints Policy
Freedom of Speech Policy and
Code of Practice
Harassment,
Sexual Misconduct and
Sexual Violence Policy
Personal Relationships Policy
Safeguarding and Child
Protection Policy
Staff Sexual Harassment Policy
Staff Code of Conduct
Student Code of Conduct
Student Guide to the Harassment, Sexual Misconduct and Violence Polic
Student Support and Wellbeing
Policy
All members of the Italia Conti community, including staff, students and visitors, are expected to engage with and uphold the principles set out in our Equal Opportunities Policy, contributing to a respectful, inclusive and supportive environment for all.
