Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) have always been central to Gateway Qualifications’ mission and values. Our Board of Trustees continue to champion these principles through their governance and strategic oversight.
This renewed statement reflects their enduring dedication to fostering an inclusive culture and ensuring equitable outcomes for all.
Gateway Qualifications Trustee EDI Commitment Statement
As Trustees of Gateway Qualifications, we affirm our unwavering commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) as a cornerstone of our governance and strategic oversight. We recognise that fostering an inclusive culture is essential to operating as a high-quality, awarding and assessment organisation and ensuring equitable outcomes for all learners, apprentices, staff, and stakeholders.
We commit to:
- Championing Inclusivity: Embedding inclusive practices across all aspects of our governance, ensuring that every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
- Opposing Discrimination: Actively challenging all forms of discrimination and prejudice, and promoting a culture of respect and dignity.
- Promoting Equity: Going beyond legal compliance to ensure fairness and equity are realised in practice, acknowledging and embracing the diverse identities and experiences of our community.
- Driving Accountability: Supporting the development and implementation of a robust EDI action plan, and holding ourselves accountable for progress and impact.
- Celebrating Diversity: Encouraging the representation and celebration of diverse voices in our qualifications, apprenticeship assessments, products, services, materials, and partnerships.
- Supporting Systemic Change: Working to dismantle barriers to participation and success, particularly for underrepresented and marginalised groups in vocational and technical education.
- Safe Environment: We will hold the organisation to account to create a safe and respectful environment, taking decisive actions against inappropriate behaviour to ensure the well-being of our staff, learners, apprentices, and wider workforce.
We are proud to support Gateway Qualifications with its charitable objectives and in its efforts to create an empowering environment for all. Our commitment is not just a statement—it is a guiding principle that informs our decisions and actions as Trustees.