ASCL’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) is a core and ongoing responsibility of our association.
We recognise that meaningful progress in DEIB requires continual reflection, learning and action, both within our own organisation and in how we represent and support our diverse membership.
We are committed to fostering a culture in which every colleague feels valued, a wide range of voices actively shape our work, and inclusion in educational leadership is continually strengthened.
In January 2026, ASCL joined several education organisations in renewing a collective commitment to improving equity, diversity and inclusion across the education sector, through the publication of a shared
statement of action.
Each organisation has set out the work it is undertaking and the progress it has made.
In 2026, ASCL’s commitments include:
- celebrating diversity by attending Pride events across the UK, demonstrating visible solidarity with LGBTQ+ communities and supporting member leaders to feel represented and valued.
- continuing to strengthen links between professional leadership communities and ASCL's policy work, ensuring that the voices of members from diverse backgrounds directly inform policy positions and consultation responses.
- continuing to expand our professional leadership communities by exploring the needs of leaders with disabilities, helping to ensure our member networks reflect and support the full diversity of educational leadership.
See the tabs below for more information about how we support members through our
professional leadership communities, resources on
allyship, and guidance on embedding
inclusive employment practices within workplaces.
While these pages focus on EDI in relation to ASCL members and the school and college workforce, advice and support on inclusion and diversity for pupils can be found
here.