Hannah Wilson Director| Leadership Development Consultant| Executive Coach/Mentor| DEIB Trainer | School Governor | Founder #DiverseEd | Co-Editor Diverse Educators - A Manifesto | Co-Founder #WomenEd | Former Executive Headteacher

Drawing on her new book, Hannah Wilson, Director of The Belonging Effect, shares five practical insights on building belonging in schools

5 Takes

Take 1) Introduction: Why should we care about DEIB?

  • It does not have to happen to you to matter to you.
  • Understanding power and privilege.
  • We need to stand up, speak out, show support for issues impacting others.

Take 2) Belonging in Society: How do we develop it?

  • Increased hate crimes.
  • Riots.
  • Flags.
  • Media and social media.
  • Derogatory language.

Take 3) Belonging in Schools: How do we change it?

  • Intentional inclusion. By design.
  • Challenging assumptions and biases.
  • High attrition and exclusion rates.
  • Strategic intent from governance.

Take 4) Belonging in the Staffroom: How do we disrupt it?

  • Designing for inclusion.
  • Diversifying recruitment.
  • Talent pipeline and retention initiatives.
  • ITTE and governance.
  • Inclusive workplaces. 

Take 5) Belonging in the Classroom: How do we foster it?

  • Inclusive classrooms.
  • Psychological safety.
  • Diverse curriculum.
  • Better representation.

Call to Action: What do we do next?

  • Consciousness, Confidence, Competence
  • Curiosity v Criticality
  • Allyship
  • Shaping intention into impact.

Links and Resources



Secure your place and join the virtual book launch on 9th February here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1574054442209?aff=oddtdtcreator

Learn more about The Belonging Effect here: https://www.thebelongingeffect.co.uk/ 





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