Inclusion, Diversity and Equality Advice
This collection of advice, guidance and case studies has been designed to support the heritage industry to become more inclusive and diverse. New case studies and sections will continue to be added.
Advice for heritage organisations
The pages within this section contain examples of Historic England's approach, strategy and learnings. We recognise that heritage organisations can vary in size and scope, and some elements may not be suitable for your workplace environment.
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Developing an Inclusive Strategy
Find out how to develop a strategy that outlines the IDE vision within your organisation.
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Establishing and Supporting Staff Networks
Staff Networks can help raise awareness of specific issues, provide peer support and champion marginalised voices.
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Inclusive Recruitment
Advice for organisations seeking to set their own inclusive recruitment objectives.
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Chairing Inclusive Meetings
Inclusive meetings can provide opportunities for marginalised voices and those less confident in speaking up.
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Establishing Inclusion Champions
Inclusion Champions commit to helping embed positive changes within their workplace.
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Reaching More Diverse Audiences
The Historic England Segments are designed to help organisations to reach a diverse range of people.
Our Inclusion, Diversity and Equality strategy
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Heritage is for Everyone
At Historic England, we believe that the historic environment in England should be accessible and relevant to everyone who lives and visits here, whatever their background.
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Our Ambitions
Inclusion, Diversity and Equality is a corporate priority for Historic England. Three fundamental principles underpin our ambitions.
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What We've Achieved So Far
Historic England has made great progress since our first strategy was launched in 2020. Here are some highlights from the work we have done so far.
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Language and Definitions
‘Inclusion’, ‘diversity’ and ‘equality’ are often used interchangeably. However, they are distinct, equally important and interdependent terms.
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Priority Audiences
What we're doing to prioritise activities to include those who are least represented in our workforce and work.
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Everyone's Welcome
To promote the past in ways that are inclusive for all, we need people with fresh perspectives, from all walks of life, to join us.
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