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Diversity, equity and inclusion support webinar: 14 October 2025
Watch a webinar we held on 14 October 2025 to discuss the findings and share reflections from our review of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) support provided to organisations we fund through Funding Plus.
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Diversity, equity and inclusion support: Funding Plus case studies
We're sharing case studies of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work paid for through Funding Plus to help anyone looking to commission or embark on similar work.
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Review of diversity, equity and inclusion support
We're pleased to share a report reviewing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) support provided to organisations we fund through Funding Plus.
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How can we support lived experience in the workplace
Together with Peer Power Youth and Place Matters, we're pleased to share a report, Supporting Employees with Lived Experience, with learning from 24 social impact organisations as part of a peer learning exchange on lived experience. Esmée Funding Manager, Genevieve Ford-Saville, writes about how the group came about and what's next for this work.
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Neurodiversity and Me (Black woman edition)
Aaliyah McLaughlin, a member of Esmée’s Involving Young People Collective, provides unique insight into her experiences as a neurodivergent person and shares advice on how others can support individuals with dyslexia and ADHD.
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Racial justice: A review of Esmée's approach
Following a listening exercise with organisations we fund who are led by communities experiencing racial inequity, we’re pleased to share a new report by Chrisann Jarrett reviewing our approach to racial justice. We’ve also shared our initial reflections and actions we plan to take in 2025.
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion: progress in 2024
A summary of key actions we have taken during 2024 to make progress on our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
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Who our funding is reaching 2024
Who our funding is reaching is our annual report based on diversity data gathered from applicants based on the DEI Data Standard. This page shares analysis from data collected in 2024. It also covers geographic areas served and the governance structure of organisations funded.
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The RACE Report 2024: Esmée’s progress
The third annual RACE (Racial Action for the Climate Emergency) Report shares findings on the diversity of environment organisations and funders including Esmée Fairbairn Foundation. We share our initial reflections and plans to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion in the environment sector.
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