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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Equity

The term 'equity' refers to fairness and justice and is distinguished from equality: Whereas equality means providing the same to all, equity means recognising that we do not all start from the same place and must acknowledge and make adjustments to imbalances.

Diversity

The practice or quality of including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders, sexual orientations.

Inclusion

The practice or policy of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, such as those who have physical or mental disabilities and members of other minority groups.

Protected Characteristics in the Equality Act

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

In February 2023, the BCF's Board of Directors, senior representatives of the UK coatings and printing inks industries, unanimously agreed to support a commitment statement drafted by BCF’s ED&I Committee. 

The Board agreed with the following commitments:

  • We commit to supporting our members to make the UK coatings industry successful in utilising the key principles of ED&I and driving change.
  • We commit to embedding culture and learning throughout the industry by sharing best practices with our peers and learning from those who have made a positive impact.
  • We will support BCF members to create a truly inclusive culture representative of the local community.
  • BCF Board of Directors will act as champions of this commitment as senior representatives of the UK coatings industry.

"The BCF are deeply committed to supporting a more inclusive industry. An inclusive, diverse and equitable environment helps to build the foundation for our future; attracting top talent, fuelling innovation and ultimately ensure our sector truly represents our customers."

Zoe Slade, BCF Sustainability Manager 

How to get involved

In November 2021, BCF held the inaugural meeting of its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee. The aim of the committee is understand how BCF can advance diversity and inclusion within the industry and support members to engage with initiatives on this topic. If you would like to find out more about the committee and join our next meeting, please contact BCF ED&I lead Zoe Slade at Zoe.Slade@bcf.co.uk

If you would like to begin to build your understanding of inclusion in your organisation, the CIPD Inclusion health checker can give recommended actions based on your current situation. 

CIPD Inclusion health checker

Additional information

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  • British Coatings Federation Ltd
  • Spectra House
  • Westwood Way
  • Westwood Business Park
  • Coventry
  • CV4 8HS

Tel: 02476 935390
Email: info@bcf.co.uk

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