17. Do you foresee any potential conflict between the wider DEI focus of INvolve and the race equity agenda?

a. We are committed to continuing to spotlight the talents, achievements and challenges faced by Black and racial minority individuals in the workplace.

b. We also see the opportunity of addressing matters of diversity, equity and inclusion through an intersectional lens. Research shows the importance of an approach which is inclusive and shows awareness of individuals’ intersecting identities.

c. We firmly believe that while advocacy campaigns for LGBTQ+ and racial diversity have historically operated separately and benefit from individualised attention, these campaigns are not in conflict, but rather highlight the necessity for recognising the how groups experience differentiated outcomes and therefore different interventions and approaches may be required to ensuring fair and equitable outcomes in the workplace.