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Diversity, Equity
& Inclusion

Neurodiversity
Index

Prison
Impact

Supporting
Displaced People

Through our campaigns, we endeavour to eliminate barriers and challenge perceptions which adversely affect work and skills development opportunities for marginalised groups.

Our extensive and influential campaigns champion inclusion & diversity, neurodiversity and youth engagement.

I am so proud to be part of a team which is really putting a focus on inclusion and diversity. We have made a conscious effort to continuously improve our processes to ensure that things are inclusive and accessible and it’s great to see that the focus is making a difference.

Mike Ormand

Digital Programme Enablement Manager, City & Guilds Foundation

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

As employers, it’s our responsibility to learn about the diversity of thought and experiences that exist in our communities and societies, and create inclusive, safe, fair workplaces to empower diverse talent.

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Neurodiversity Index

Working in partnership with Do-IT Solutions, our annual Neurodiversity Index report focuses on how well employers are supporting people with neurodiverse traits.

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Prison Impact

We fund and support training initiatives in prisons and upon release, supporting people with convictions into employment.

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Supporting Displaced People

At the City & Guilds Foundation, we believe in the life-changing power of skills. Through our Displaced People Fund we’re working alongside frontline charities to remove barriers, provide training and build pathways into work.

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Empowering Young Carers: Building Skills, Confidence, and Future Pathways

At the City & Guilds Foundation, our mission is all about removing barriers to get a job, helping people get on the job and advocating for jobs of the future. We...

Foundation and Friends Podcast: Making Sustainability a Core Part of Your Organisation’s Success

What does true sustainability look like when it’s woven into every aspect of work — not just bolted on as a embedded initiative? In this revealing episode, host Natasha...

Strategically Investing in the Caymanian Workforce for the Future

At City & Guilds, we take immense pride in our Fellowship network, a vibrant community of accomplished individuals from across the globe and a wide spectrum of...

Listen. Learn. Support. What Refugee Week Reminds Us about Community

At City & Guilds, we believe in the life-changing power of skills. But we also know that skills alone aren’t always enough to help people succeed. That’s why,...

Mental Health Matters: Finding Balance in a Busy World

This year’s theme for Mental Health Awareness Week is community, a word that pretty much sums up the City & Guilds Foundation network. Through the Foundation, we...

City & Guilds launches new Commission to tackle surge in youth unemployment

City & Guilds commit £500,000 in funding to target local challenges in areas of deprivation and economic inactivity in the UK New Transitions Commission...

Launching the City & Guilds Neurodiversity Index 2025 and creating environments for everyone to thrive

Ahead of Neurodiversity Celebration Week (17-23 March), we are pleased to launch the third edition of the annual Neurodiversity Index, commissioned by the City & Guilds Foundation team, in partnership with Do-IT Solutions.

Celebrating women leaders and the power of accelerating action this International Women’s Day

To celebrate International Women’s Day I am delighted to share with you this conversation I had with three powerhouse female leaders who I get the pleasure of working...

Foundation & Friends Podcast: Breaking Barriers – Stories from Women in Leadership

Ever wondered what it really takes to climb the career ladder as a woman? Or how to navigate the challenges of imposter syndrome? Join host Polly Rowe for a special International Women’s Day episode of Foundation and Friends, as she sits down with three remarkable female leaders from the Princess Royal Training Awards.

New Local Community Skills Fund to empower UK communities through skills and training

Grants of up to £10,000 available for UK Charities, Social Enterprises and Training Providers. City & Guilds Foundation has launched a pilot scheme to help fund...