Equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan template

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Our Equality Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan template outlines strategies and initiatives to promote a diverse and inclusive workplace, driving positive change.

Equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan template
2026 Reviewed
Specifications
Access 12 months (includes updates)
Length 2 pages • 277 words
Jurisdiction England, Wales and Scotland
Based on UK employment law, ACAS guidance
Last review 01/08/2026
Next review 01/02/2027
Delivery Instant download
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Equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan

Objective: To promote equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and create a culture that values and respects all employees.

I. Assessment and Data Collection

  • Conduct an EDI audit to identify areas where improvements can be made

  • Collect data on the diversity of the workforce, including race, ethnicity, gender, age, and other factors

  • Conduct a survey to gather feedback from employees on their experiences with diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

II. Goals and Objectives

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What is an equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan?

Equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan template preview

An EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Action Plan Template is a document that outlines the steps an organisation will take to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. It is a tool that can be used to set specific goals and objectives, identify resources needed, and track progress towards achieving these goals.

By using an EDI Action Plan Template, organisations can create a roadmap for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and track progress towards achieving these goals. It can help organisations to identify areas for improvement, establish accountability, and create a more inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.

HR considerations

UK employment law and best practice

This template is designed to support the process, but the document should be used alongside the relevant HR procedure and applied to the circumstances of the individual case.

  • Equality Act 2010: This Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

  • Human Rights Act 1998: This Act incorporates the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law and protects the right to be free from discrimination on the basis of certain characteristics, including race, gender, and sexual orientation.

  • Modern Slavery Act 2015: This Act requires certain organisations to report on the steps they have taken to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in their supply chains.

  • Gender Pay Gap Regulations: These regulations require certain organisations to publish data on the gender pay gap in their workforce.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this in my small business?

Yes. This template has been designed for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses, charities and growing employers. It follows UK employment law best practice and can be adapted to suit your organisation.

Is it compliant with 2026 UK employment law?

Our templates are developed with UK employment legislation, Acas guidance and HR best practice in mind and are reviewed and updated as relevant requirements change. However, every employment situation is different, so the template should be adapted to the circumstances and checked against the employee's contract and your organisation's procedures before use.

Can I customise it for my organisation?

Yes, we highlight the areas of the document that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.

Do I get instant access to it?

Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download it instantly. Templates are provided in editable format (such as .doc or .xls) so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.

What if I need more help, not just this template?

If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include the Equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.

Why should I use this Equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan template, and not AI to generate it?

AI can produce a document quickly, but effective HR documentation needs to be more than well-written words. It needs to reflect relevant UK employment law, HR best practice, practical considerations and the circumstances in which it will be used. These resources have been professionally developed around that wider HR context, drawing on extensive practical experience, rather than simply generating a generic document from a prompt.

How this content is developed and reviewed

The Equality diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan template is developed using a practical HR methodology that considers current UK employment legislation, ACAS guidance, CIPD good practice and the real-world HR process it supports. Templates are regularly reviewed and updated, with additional reviews triggered by significant changes to legislation, guidance or established HR practice, helping ensure each document remains practical, relevant and suitable for UK employers.

About the author

Darryl Horn, Chartered HR Director

Darryl is a Chartered HR professional with over 25 years' experience in senior HR and employee relations roles.

He has extensive practical experience of managing equal opportunities processes and founded hrdocbox to provide businesses with practical, professionally developed HR resources grounded in UK employment law and best practice.

HRDocBox has been creating practical UK HR documents since 2009.

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