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DM Weekly Digest 20/08/21

Every week we pull together some of the diversity & inclusion news stories that have caught our eye!

 

ECB demands Yorkshire publish racism report prompted by Rafiq allegations

 

The England and Wales Cricket Board has intervened to ensure the publication of a report into racism at Yorkshire after Azeem Rafiq, whose allegations of abuse prompted the investigation, described the process as “a sham”.

 

Read more here

 

Interview: ‘We brought colour to this country’: the matriarchs of Notting Hill carnival

 

Whether it’s online or on the streets, women have defined London’s huge celebration of Caribbean culture. The Guardian talk steel pans and skimpy costumes with the pioneers who set the tone.

 

Read more from these brilliant women here

 

Kevin Clarke death: police watchdog reopens investigation

 

Mentally ill man was heard saying ‘I can’t breathe’ while being restrained by Met officers in London.

 

Read more about this investigation here

 

From the Taliban to Incels: THE GLOBAL WAR ON WOMEN

 

Women’s rights are under attack around the world because of a belief in a fascistic natural order that naturalises male supremacy.

 

An important read from Sian Norris - read here

 

Aidy Bryant reveals Old Navy's new inclusive styles and pricing in latest campaign

 

As part of the brand's transformation, the size of the clothing will no longer determine the available designs nor the price tag.

 

Read more about the campaign here

 

5 ways the hybrid workplace can make companies more inclusive

 

Not being limited by geography can allow employers to create more equitable future workplaces.

 

Find out the actions companies can take here

 

Altrincham Swimming Club detail their 'open and approachable' environment

 

As part of Swim England’s aim to increase diversity within aquatic sports, we have spoken with a number of clubs who have endeavoured to actively engage their local community and ensure their clubs are welcoming environments for all. 

 

Read more here

 

Unemployment rose three times faster for ethnic minority workers than white counterparts in the last year, analysis finds

 

Experts urge businesses to consider whether their culture and processes are barriers to employing BAME workers.

 

Read more about the analysis here

 

An Afghan woman in Kabul: ‘Now I have to burn everything I achieved’

 

A university student tells of seeing all around her the ‘fearful faces of women and ugly faces of men who hate women’.

 

There have been lots of harrowing stories coming from Afghanistan this week. Read one Kabul resident's story here

 

Council defends LGBTQ+ rights after businesses 'dismayed' by town councillor's 'homophobic' outburst

 

A town councillor has outraged "dismayed and disappointed" business owners after making homophobic comments about same sex marriage and the LGBTQ+ pride flag.

 

Read full story here