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Diversity and inclusion at ICAEW

Diversity and inclusion at ICAEW

Diversity and inclusion is a key pillar of ICAEW's strategy. Here we offer a range of equity, diversity and inclusion content, from topical articles on chartered accountancy to professional resources to help you thrive at work.

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Welcome Inclusion

  • Hub page
  • 18 Jan 2022
  • Insights
It’s more important than ever for firms to address diversity and inclusion (D&I). As this content series will explore, beyond the clear moral imperative of D&I, there are growing legal and commercial imperatives as well. Every chartered accountant has a role to play in helping to encourage an inclusive profession. This series will help you understand why and how.
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Article

The importance of taking diversity reporting seriously

  • Article
  • 07 Sep 2021
  • ICAEW Insights
Peter James, ICAEW’s Head of Regulatory Policy, provides an insight into how probate firms have paved the way and how firms benefit from adopting a solid diversity reporting policy.
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Businesses must be bold and transparent in their commitment to diversity and inclusion

  • Article
  • 08 Jul 2021
  • ICAEW Insights
D&I is now a reporting issue and chartered accountants have a key role to play in ensuring that the expectations of stakeholders both inside and outside their organisations are met.
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Gender
Article Gender Pay Gap and the accountancy profession: time for a rethink?
  • Article
  • 13 Oct 2021
  • ICAEW Insights
Figures from the latest gender pay gap report show a narrowing in some sectors, but little overall change from previous years. How has the accountancy profession fared when it comes to closing the gap?
Ethnicity
Article Mapping out Finance Careers for young Black talent
  • Article
  • 11 Oct 2021
  • ICAEW Insights
As part of its ongoing efforts to attract diverse talent to the profession, ICAEW sponsored an event featuring honest conversations about being a Black student and professional within the industry.
Natalie Hiller
Article Accountant named among UK’s most influential disabled people
  • Article
  • 03 Nov 2021
  • ICAEW Insights
ICAEW member Natalie Hiller has been listed as one of the most influential disabled people in the UK. Read about the advocacy work that earned her a spot on the Disability Power 100 list.
Queer Student Awards winners
Article The Queer Student Awards proudly celebrates a rainbow of stories
  • Article
  • 28 Jun 2022
  • ICAEW Insights
For the second year in a row, ICAEW sponsored a prize at the Queer Student Awards, a colourful celebration of LGBTQ+ talent.
Welcome Inclusion
How every chartered accountant can help to encourage an inclusive profession.

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Diversity law and regulations

Read ICAEW's D&I policy along with an overview of diversity law, including the Equality Act 2010.

Diversity law and regulations