Natasha Raheem has been teaching English in inner city schools for over 18 years. As a senior leader, she has experience leading on coaching and mentoring, literacy, teaching and learning, teacher training and professional development focusing on areas such as ED&I and leadership. She is currently an Assistant Vice Principal for Dixons Academies Trust and has always had a personal and professional interest in helping all staff and pupils to belong.

Funmilola Rothery is Trust Assistant Principal at Dixons Academies Trust, where she leads on anti-racism and ED&I. Her work has included national contributions to curriculum and professional development, and she is committed to embedding equitable practices at all levels of school leadership and classroom teaching. She is dedicated to developing inclusive environments where all staff and students feel seen, heard and valued. Passionate about social justice and belonging, Funmilola's leadership is rooted in empowerment, advocacy and meaningful change.

Introduction

Chapter 1: The current ED&I landscape in England

Chapter 2: Developing an ED&I strategy

Chapter 3: Raising awareness of self and developing person-centred knowledge

Chapter 4: Adopting an ED&I lens to an inclusive school culture

Chapter 5: Creating an ED&I training curriculum for staff and pupils

Chapter 6: Creating a safer space during ED&I training

Chapter 7: Coaching and mentoring with an ED&I lens

Chapter 8: Creating a positive action programme

Chapter 9: Actions to take after ED&I training to enable lasting change

Chapter 10: Protecting yourself as an ED&I educator

Chapter 11: Final thoughts

Index