Diversity and inclusivity are critical for tackling the nature and climate crises say The Wildlife Trusts -
Nature charities aim to involve 1 in 4 people in nature recovery by 2030
A diverse and inclusive workforce is critical for charities and other organisations working to address nature loss and climate change, according to a new report published today by The Wildlife Trusts.
The Wildlife Trusts’ Diversity Report 2023 explores the diversity of staff and trustees across the movement of 46 charities, which collectively make up The Wildlife Trusts. It includes analysis of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and disability status, as well as examining pay gaps. Findings include:
- Since 2019, trustees under 30 have increased by 6%, and under 50 by 7%
- Over a quarter of staff have at least one disability, 10% above the national average
- Since 2019, LGBTQ+ staff have increased by 6% to 15%. The national average is 3.3%
- 60% of staff are female, while around 60% of trustees are male
- 90% of staff and trustees are of white ethnicity compared to 81.7% across the rest of the population
The report highlights what The Wildlife Trusts are doing to ensure they have a progressive approach to diversity and inclusion. All 46 Wildlife Trusts have adopted a framework called Wild About Inclusion which focuses on inspiring, empowering, and engaging people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities, and abilities to play their part in nature recovery and climate action.
Posted On: 15/01/2024
More on: