People Support Hub:
Discrimination and Social Barriers
Welcome to the Discrimination and Social Barriers section of our EDI hub, where we address critical issues that impact individuals and communities, particularly those from minority backgrounds. This area highlights various forms of discrimination, including socioeconomic disparities, language barriers, and age discrimination, as well as the challenges posed by rural isolation. We recognise that marginalised groups, such as the LGBTQIA+ community, often face unique obstacles that hinder their access to equal opportunities and support.
| Organisation | What they offer | |
|---|---|---|
 | Be Inclusive Hospitality Be Inclusive Hospitality CIC is a not-for-profit building a thriving community to accelerate race equity within hospitality, food, and drink. They provide consultancy, advice, and educational resources on diversity and inclusion, along with short- and long-term training programmes. It also organizes events and networking opportunities, particularly within the hospitality industry, to promote inclusivity. | Advice, Education material, Events, Grants/ Bursaries, Information, Networking, Training - short term, Training - long term |
 | Equal Measures Equal Measures promotes equity in the hospitality industry by offering support, mentorship, and EDI services like training and workshops to help individuals and businesses. They provide educational resources on the Equalities Act, diversity, and safeguarding, alongside policy templates and community events to create a more inclusive environment. | Advice, Dictionary of key terms, Education material, Events, Grants/ Bursaries, Mentorship, Networking, Policy templates, Training - short term |
 | Gérard Basset Foundation The Gérard Basset Foundation promotes diversity and inclusion in the wine and hospitality industries by offering scholarships, bursaries, and educational support to underrepresented groups. It also facilitates networking opportunities, provides mentorship programmes, and creates support groups to help individuals access opportunities and advance their careers in these sectors. | Grants/ Bursaries, Higher education, Networking, Scholarships, Support groups |
 | It Stops With Me It Stops With Me focuses on combating workplace bullying and harassment by offering resources, training, and support to foster safer, more respectful environments. It provides advice on handling harassment, educational materials, toolkits for businesses, and organises awareness-raising events. Additionally, the campaign offers resources for reporting bullying and harassment. | Advice, Dictionary of key terms, Education material, Events, Helplines, Policy templates, Reporting, Toolkits |
 | UK Hospitality UKHospitality is a prominent trade association representing the UK hospitality industry, offering advocacy, business support, and industry insights to help businesses succeed. Their services include resources on equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), apprenticeships and skills training, partnerships for students, networking opportunities, and various workshops, conferences, and seminars. | Advice, Events, Information, Networking, Toolkits, Training - short term |
 | Institute of Hospitality The Institute of Hospitality is a professional body supporting managers and aspiring managers in the hospitality, leisure, and tourism industries. It offers professional advice, educational resources, policy templates, and both short-term and long-term training programmes. The institute also hosts industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to help advance careers in the sector. | Advice, Dictionary of key terms, Education material, Events, Networking, Policy templates, Training - short term, Training - long term |
 | Springboard Charity Springboard Charity helps disadvantaged and unemployed individuals enter the hospitality, leisure, and tourism industries by offering support through soft skills training, employability skills like CV writing and interview preparation, and hospitality-specific e-learning and qualifications. They also provide one-on-one mentoring, coaching, and guaranteed interviews with employers actively recruiting in the sector. | Advice, Education material, Events, Information, Training - short term, Training - long term |
 | The Farming Community Network (FCN) Farming Community Network (FCN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting farmers and their families during difficult times. They provide a range of farm-specific assistance, with helplines available for immediate, personal support from 7 AM to 11 PM every day of the year. | Advice, Emergency support, Helplines, Support groups, Training - one off, Training - short term, Training - long term, Wellbeing services, Difficult conversations workshop |
 | The Licensed Trade Charity Licensed Trade Charity (LTC) provides comprehensive support for individuals in the UK licensed drinks trade, both current and retired. Their services include financial grants, mental health support through a free 24/7 helpline, housing assistance, and education funding. LTC also offers counseling, critical incident support, a benefits calculator, debt advice, legal support, and resources for physical health and employment, along with a resource hub for additional support materials. | Advice, Education material, Grants/ Bursaries, Helplines, Higher education, Legal support, Toolkits, Wellbeing services, Financial support, Counselling support |
 | The Savoy Educational Trust The Savoy Educational Trust provides financial support and grants to individuals pursuing education and training in the hospitality industry, aiming to foster career development and industry expertise. It also supports access to higher education, offers financial aid to hospitality charities, and funds programmes run by industry companies to educate and train young people. | Grants and Bursaries, Financial support for individuals to access education |
 | Tourism For All UK Tourism For All UK promotes accessible tourism by supporting individuals with disabilities and other access needs to enjoy travel experiences. It provides resources and advocacy for inclusive travel, including downloadable guides that offer low-cost changes to improve business accessibility, as well as information on dementia-friendly and inclusive tourism practices. | Advice, Education material, Information, Training - one off, Training - short term, Online training, Reccomendations for disabled tourists |
 | The Henry Plumb Foundation The Henry Plumb Foundation supports rural communities and farming through grants and charitable activities aimed at improving rural life and promoting agriculture. It provides funding for business startups, internships, overseas exchanges, courses, events, and management training, with no prior farming background, agricultural experience, or academic requirements needed for eligibility. The foundation also emphasises access to education and personal professional development. | Grants/ Bursaries, Higher education, Mentorship, Work experience |
 | Women in Food and Farming Women in Farming is a network offering support, mentoring, and development opportunities for women in the farming sector, helping them build skills and advance their careers. It also promotes women in leadership, encouraging their growth and success in leadership roles within the industry. | Advice, Events, Information, Networking, Online events |
 | Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) offers resources, advice, and support for small businesses and freelancers. Their content hub covers topics such as starting a business, managing staff, late payments, upskilling, finances, business growth, disability guidance, e-commerce, workplace wellbeing, marketing, international trade, business lifecycles, and social media marketing. | Advice, Events, Information, Networking, Policy templates, Toolkits, Wellbeing services |
 | CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) CIPD provides HR resources, training, and support for businesses, including those in the hospitality and farming sectors. It offers tools for managing workplace disputes, promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and supplies free resources like policy documents, legal definitions, contact information, and reading materials to help businesses navigate HR challenges effectively. | Advice, Education material, Policy templates, Training - short term, Training - long term, Work experience, HR policies, mediation support |
 | Citizens Advice Citizens Advice provide free, confidential advice on a wide range of issues, including work disputes, employment rights, and bullying and harassment in the workplace. They offer support for minority groups facing discrimination. | Advice, Helplines, Information, Reporting |
 | Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) The EHRC aims to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, and protect human rights by offering guidance and support for individuals facing workplace discrimination and harassment. They provide definitions of key terms, multimedia resources on topics like gender reassignment, real-world examples, and how the law applies to these issues. Additionally, they offer codes of practice and legal references to help employers and businesses develop policies aligned with equality laws. | Advice, Dictionary of key terms, Education material, Information, Legal support, Policy templates |
 | ACAS (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service) ACAS provides free, impartial advice on workplace relations and employment law, including discrimination and harassment, through its website, helpline, and advisory services. It offers support in dispute resolution, mediation, and claims, as well as training in areas like business skills, EDI, people management, and workplace health. ACAS also provides resources such as templates, forms, and codes of practice for both employers and employees, and offers guidance on pay, contracts, dismissals, redundancy, and more. | Advice, Events, Helplines, Information, Legal support, Policy templates, Reporting, Training - one off, Training - short term, Training - long term |
 | Race Equality Foundation Race Equality Foundation (REF) aim to positively transform the lives of Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. They promote race equality and helps individuals facing racial discrimination and harassment at work. They provide resources and support for dealing with work-related disputes. | Advice, Education material, Events, Information, Support groups, Conferences |
 | Stonewall Stonewall supports LGBTQ+ individuals facing workplace discrimination, bullying, and harassment by offering advice, resources, and advocacy to promote inclusion. Through their Diversity Champions Programme, they provide expert, tailored support to organizations, helping them achieve equality goals, including high-level guidance towards the UK Workplace Equality Index (WEI). They also offer training and development to create inclusive workplaces, alongside best practices, tools, and resources to empower leaders and support LGBTQ+ employees. | Advice, Education material, Events, Helplines, Information, Support groups, Toolkits, Training - one off, Training - short term, Wellbeing services, Conferences, Workshops, Posters |
 | Mind Mind provides support for mental health issues such as workplace stress, bullying, and harassment, offering resources and guidance for individuals facing work-related mental health challenges. It offers information on various mental health problems, treatments, and tips for daily living, along with online peer support and helplines. Additionally, it covers legal rights, including disability discrimination and workplace protections, and offers specific guidance for young people on how to get help and understand their rights. | Advice, Dictionary of key terms, Education material, Helplines, Legal support, Mentorship, Support groups |
 | Scope Scope provides support to disabled individuals facing discrimination and challenges in employment, offering advice, resources, and advocacy for disability rights in the workplace. Their online community covers a wide range of topics, including benefits, housing, careers, disability equipment, mental health, and social care. They also provide guidance on family support, legal rights, education, relationships, travel, and recreational activities. | Advice, Education material, Helplines, Information, Support groups, Wellbeing services, Community engagement, Online community |
 | Disability Rights UK Disability Rights UK aims to create equal opportunities for disabled individuals in the UK by providing support and resources to address workplace discrimination and employment challenges. They also offer housing support, including assistance with heating, utilities, and housing grants, along with a comprehensive resource index for disability-related issues. | Advice, Education material, Information, Legal support, Student support |
 | Refugee Action Refugee Action supports refugees and asylum seekers in the UK by helping them navigate barriers to employment and integration. They provide advice, training, and assistance with work-related challenges, including guidance on the asylum process, claiming asylum, accessing entitled support, and addressing homelessness. | Advice, Emergency support, Events, Helplines, Information, Support groups |
 | Liberty Liberty is a human rights organisation that offers legal advice and support for individuals facing discrimination and harassment, including workplace issues. They provide guidance on various topics such as interactions with the police, understanding legal rights, housing, benefits, protests like those related to Palestine and Just Stop Oil, COVID regulations, counter-terrorism, and assistance in finding a lawyer when needed. | Advice, Education material, Legal support |
 | Inclusion London Inclusion London supports and advocates for disabled people, promoting equal opportunities and addressing discrimination. They offer training for businesses on working with neurodivergent individuals, implementing flexible and accessible recruitment, and removing barriers for employees with disabilities. Additionally, they provide training for individuals on essential topics like council tax. | Advice, Education material, Events, Information, Policy templates, Toolkits, Training - one off, Consultancy |
 | MindOut Mind Out mental health support specifically for the LGBTQ+ community. Offers counseling, support groups, and advocacy to improve mental health outcomes. | Advice, Emergency support, Helplines, Information, Networking, Safe spaces, Support groups, Training - short term, Wellbeing services, Posters |
 | Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion (ENEI) Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion (ENEI) supports employers in developing and implementing effective Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies and practices. They offer consultancy, training, and resources, including EDI audits, equality impact assessments, mentoring, and leadership programmes. ENEI focuses on promoting inclusive recruitment and raising awareness of unconscious bias to foster a more equitable workplace. | Advice, Education material, Events, Mentorship, Networking, Training - short term, Wellbeing services, Consultancy |
 | Uni of York - Glossary of EDI terminology The University of York offers a comprehensive dictionary of key terms related to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), along with educational materials. The list can help you self teach and improve your awareness of different minority groups and identities. These resources are designed to help individuals and teams enhance their understanding of EDI topics. | Dictionary of key terms, Education material, Information |
 | NAHT - School leaders union The NAHT School Leaders Union offers a downloadable calendar of key dates throughout the year, focusing on underrepresented minorities. This resource helps raise awareness of important cultural and social milestones, encouraging schools and businesses alike to acknowledge diversity and create an inclusive environment. By recognising these dates, businesses can become more inclusive, supporting minority groups and promoting equity within their workforce. | Calendar of important dates, Education material, Information |
 | AccessAble AccessAble offers a free guide of accessible places for individuals and allies, while providing paid services like training, policy support, and access audits for businesses. Business owners can showcase their accessibility resources, and disabled individuals can find spaces that meet their needs. Additionally, a consultancy programme helps businesses improve accessibility. | Advice, Education material, Information, Policy templates, Training - one off, Training - short term |
 | Emma's Wine Time Emma's Wine Time offers businesses an accessibility checklist, along with consultancy and online resources, to support their efforts in becoming more accessible and inclusive with a specific focus on the wine industry. | Advice, Education material, Information, Policy templates, Training - one off, Accessibility checklist, Consultancy |
 | Back off Back up (BOBU) Back Off. Back Up. is an initiative designed to create safer environments for LGBTQ+ individuals and anyone feeling unsafe in public spaces. It encourages local businesses to become designated safe spaces, offering support and shelter through a network of trained venues. The BOBU app provides users with easy access to these safe spaces, promoting a sense of security and community support. For more details, visit their website here. | Advice, Education material, Safe spaces, Toolkits, Training - one off, Training - short term, Training - long term, Wellbeing services, Posters and flyers, app (for business and individual and ally) |
 | The Workers Union The Workers Union provideds support for warehouse and factory workers offers free advice, mentorship, networking opportunities, and a structured system for reporting misconduct, ensuring a safer and more connected work environment. | Advice, Mentorship, Networking, Reporting, Safe spaces, Support groups, Wellbeing services |
 | In Professional Development In Professional Development offers paid and part-funded training for businesses, including both virtual and face-to-face courses. Notably, it features EDI-specific courses designed for management, along with additional part-funded in-person and online training options to enhance managerial skills. | Education material, Training - one off, Training - short term |
 | Only a pavement away Only a Pavement Away assists homeless individuals in securing employment within the hospitality sector, offering a pathway to stable jobs and housing. The organisation provides support for those concerned about someone sleeping rough through StreetLink, and offers opportunities for hospitality venues to hire individuals with experience of homelessness or prison. Both individuals seeking support and workplaces looking to make a difference can sign up, and OAPA also hosts various events and fundraising opportunities to further their mission. | Advice, Emergency support, Grants/ Bursaries, Helplines, Training - short term, Work experience |