EDI Statement: September 2024

At the Learned Society of Wales, we are passionate about our ambition to represent the diversity of Wales.  Through demonstrable action, we aim to embed a culture of inclusion and equity in all areas of our work.

We are strongly committed to challenging systemic inequity and all forms of discrimination and marginalisation, and we will continue to work hard to diversify our Fellowship and our practices.  We commit to celebrating, inspiring and highlighting the diverse richness of research and innovation in Wales, and working in partnership with our Fellows and the communities to which we belong.

We have consciously advanced our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) ambitions but we know that there is more to do. This is why we continue to challenge our thinking, act on our learning and update our commitments. This is articulated in our EDI Action Plan which sets out the changes and improvements we will make throughout all aspects of our organisation.  This has been spearheaded by the agreement to change our focus from ‘equality’ to ‘equity’ – which acknowledges points to our commitment to the more active intervention which equity requires.

Our principles

• Equity is our priority in our fair and equal treatment of all
• A visibly and inherently inclusive culture in which everyone is welcomed and is able to be themselves
• Zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, victimisation and unwelcome behaviour
• A Fellowship that strives to represent the diversity of Wales
• Sharing our good practice with and constantly learning from others

Our 3 themes:

1. Creating an inclusive/equitable culture in which to work and be a Fellow
2. Engaging/Connecting with our stakeholders
3. Championing and supporting  EDI work within the Welsh research context