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Here, we explore the latest trends, share expert insights, and dive deep into EDI subjects.

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Thought Pieces

EDI Buzzword: Redefining “Merit-Based”

The blog challenges the common understanding of "merit-based" systems within Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) work. It acknowledges that a merit-based system intends to award opportunities based on abilities and achievements, ignoring personal connections or background.

February 24, 2026

What does effective ERG impact look like in 2026?

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) remain a vital part of effective EDI, but the focus is shifting from activity to impact. In 2026, the most effective ERGs are aligned to organisational priorities, supported by leadership, and positioned to influence decisions, improve systems, and drive lasting change.

February 10, 2026

EDI in 2026: What’s Real, What’s Dead, and What’s Next

This article speaks about why 2026 is the ultimate year of reckoning for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). It explores a critical convergence of forces: the displacement of marginalised workers by AI, the real-world dangers of divisive "anti-EDI" politics, and the blurring of economic reality in the digital age.

January 26, 2026

Policy and Workplace

Beyond the Checklist: 2026 Employment Law as a Cultural Opportunity.

The 2026 employment law changes are more than policy updates, they’re an opportunity to rethink how work really functions and build stronger workplace cultures.

The Equal Group’s View: Banning Conversion Therapy

The Equal Group supports a ban on all forms of conversion therapy in the UK and around the world. We seek to build a world of understanding and acceptance.

When We Don’t Consciously Include Others, We Unintentionally Exclude Them

Workplace bias, or the unfair preference for or prejudice against a group, due to preconceived ideas about their capabilities, remains a key barrier to inclusion.

Pronouns, Inclusion and Identification

Unintentionally using incorrect pronouns does not make you a bad person, despite what many videos may have you believe. It is better to make a mistake and learn from it.

Press and Announcements

Birmingham Race Impact Group Summit 2022

The inaugural Birmingham Race Impact Group (BRIG) Summit comes to the city on the second anniversary of George Floyd’s murder on Wednesday 25 May 2022.

Improving Diversity in the Technology Sector; Mayor of London Launches Initiative

The Equal Group, has launched a recruitment drive in conjunction with the Mayor of London to create pathways for more young Black men to enter the technology industry.

Press Release: The Equal Group GLA Anchor Support Programme

A new programme to support more Londoners into ‘good’ jobs has been launched today by the Greater London Authority (GLA) and The Equal Group.

Mayor of London Recruitment Drive Launches to Build Better Future for Black Men in Construction

The Equal Group has launched a recruitment drive alongside the Mayor of London to encourage more young Black men into the construction industry.

Guest Blogs and Collaborations

Suzy Levy on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Exploring diversity can create joy, wonder and positive energy. But it’s not all sunshine and roses. Suzy Levy shares her knowledge on how we can all learn to embrace diversity and inclusion.

If Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Are Not Top Of Your Agenda In 2022 You Risk Falling Behind

If Diversity, Equity and Inclusion have still not hit your organisation’s agenda, then it's seriously time you go back to the drawing board as you risk losing out in so many ways as a business.

Addressing Bias in Artificial Intelligence (AI): Ensuring Fairness in Hiring and Decision-Making Algorithms

Lily Meyers, a creative copywriter, discusses the influence AI is currently having within business, specifically the hiring processes.

Is Journalism As Impartial As It Could Be?

In reality, neutrality is difficult to achieve, since each news source has some kind of leaning, whether intentionally or unconsciously, so bias creeps into their output.

Reflections and Reviews

The Equal Group’s Review of 2021

The ongoing pandemic has brought to light serious societal inequalities, but it has also created opportunities for reflection and spaces to question traditional systems and ways of working.

2022 in Review - The Equal Group

2022 has been a year for development, not only for The Equal Group but for the equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) space in general.

Review, Reflect, Learn: The Equal Group's 2023

Throughout 2023 we worked with various clients to help them on their EDI journey. Let's take a look back at the work we have done and how we have developed as an organisation.

Reflecting on 2024: Milestones, Lessons, and the Road Ahead

A lot of focus in the last 12 months has been on the ‘death of EDI’. In 2024, we’ve learned the importance of resilience and the power of solid foundations.

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