Welcome to diversity in development
A NEW CHARITY TO BRING global DEVELOPMENT TO NEW AUDIENCES
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Making development accessible to all
Diversity in Development is a UK charity aiming to make information about, and opportunities in, international development more widely available.
We’re prioritising opportunities for young people from groups who are currently underrepresented in the sector, especially those from from lower socio-economic groups/regions
The need
Our research
Our events
International development is important. It’s the mechanism through which we can impact some of the biggest issues in the world. The UK invests in development through government, charities and the private sector, and it’s vital that such investments are well spent. Government funded surveys show that under a third of people engage with these discussions at present. Those engaging are unequally spread throughout society, with much higher levels in higher socioeconomic groups. That’s not fair, and it’s not good for the development community.
Our events
Our research
Our events
Diversity in Development started its activity with trial events in Doncaster, Uxbridge and Leeds. These were intended to bring those interested in development together with those active in the field.
We planning an event for those involved in the sector in London in the spring of 2025 - watch this space for more details!
We're also keen to hear of events that others are organising to encourage diversity in the sector, and how we can support these!
Our research
Our research
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Our launch report – A profession for the privileged? – brings together existing evidence on diversity within the international development sector, including NGOs, policymakers, education and volunteering.
Our second study, in conjunction with BOND, will consider how NGOs monitor diversity within their own organisations.
Our third study will look at the socioeconomic composition of those studying international development, using data from JISC.
Results from these two studies will be published in 2025.
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Join the debate
We're keen to bring together a wide range of ideas and experiences! Eventually, we hope to establish a range of hubs, networks and events to help with this - but in the meantime why not post your views on our Diversity in Development discussion group on Linkedin? You'll be very welcome!
To join the group, just search for Diversity in Development amongst Linkedin Groups, or follow the link below!
Who we are
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Our Board of Trustees comprises:
John Kirkland, OBE (Chair)
Alan Laverock
Amy Randles
Ellie Evelyn
Jennifer Minard
Kirsty Smith
Madeleine Le Bourdon, Dr
Melissa Nicholson
(currently on maternity leave)
Mike O'Driscoll
Natasha Lokhun
Ryan Henson
Sheila Mburu
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Support our work
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Diversity in Development isn’t a high budget organisation. There are many urgent needs in international development – and we don’t want to compete with projects that save lives!
But donations are important. They help us stage events that are free and accessible, provide accessible materials and mentoring opportunities and a small bursary fund once to ensure that those from disadvantages backgrounds can access events and networks that are so often away from their home region.
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