The Need
A growing body of research evidenced the need for improved diversity and inclusion in social finance
The Working Group
Following the discussion, Danyal Sattar and Gemma Rocyn-Jones co-chaired a working group to champion Diversity within the sector
Champions and the Future
Since 2018 we have published our first report and set up the Diversity Champions network. In 2021 we received more funding from the Connect Fund for further training, research & action
The Gathering
In February 2017, there was a discussion on diversity and inclusion with social investors in the UK. The session was led by Bonnie Chiu and Gemma Rocyn-Jones
The Diversity Forum
In 2018, a year-long project was funded by the Connect Fund, a £3 million investment fund managed in partnership by the Barrow Cadbury Trust and Access - the Foundation for Social Investment