Diversity And Inclusivity Manifesto and Anti-Racism Action Plan Diversity And Inclusivity Manifesto “LAMDA is committed to being a diverse and inclusive community where individuals from all backgrounds are welcome and can thrive. We want equity, diversity and inclusion to underpin all LAMDA’s activities and relationships, so that all students and staff can enjoy and succeed during their time at LAMDA and are set up to succeed and positively influence industry norms. This commitment is described in detailed actions in LAMDA’s EDI Strategic Framework which includes a refreshed anti-racism action plan which has been endorsed by LAMDA’s trustees and will run throughout all LAMDA’s strategies and policies. LAMDA’s leadership individually and collectively take accountability for progress in anti-racism and wider inclusivity. We ask every member of the LAMDA community to play their part by upholding LAMDA’s codes of conduct, treating each other with dignity and respect. We recognise that not all students or staff have experienced this inclusivity in the past, and our current practice falls short of where we would like to be. We continue to seek to change as an institution and to bring about change in the performing arts sectors.”
Anti-Racism Action Plan 2022-24 Here you will find LAMDA’s refreshed anti-racism action plan (ARAP). This was drafted in response to the ARAP which LAMDA had previously developed, stakeholder interviews and sector best practice. It was revised and updated in response to engagement from 50 community members through co-design workshops and survey participation. Each action has a responsible owner and the progress of the whole action plan will be monitored by LAMDA’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
High-Level Goals These six goals proposed draw on the pre-existing ARAP and from best practice for anti-racism action plans. These goals are the major areas in which LAMDA can effectively progress anti-racism. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Define and champion the Academy’s ambitions for anti-racism Provide an equitable student experience and support the success of Global Majority students Develop a diverse curriculum with a decolonial outlook Create a diverse, inclusive workforce and support the success of Global Majority staff Create a welcoming and racially inclusive campus Foster partnerships that support racial diversity and inclusion