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Unity in Diversity: Unlocking the Potential of South Asian Women in Scotland's Legal Profession
In celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, and the 2026 theme of 'Unity in Diversity', Naeema has written this article reflecting on the diverse experiences of South Asian women, including her own, and how true diversity and inclusion in a workplace needs to acknowledge, and work for, these different experiences.
Jul 317 min read


Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month: reflections
In support of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month, hear from Jordanna Blockley, an advocate at the Scottish Bar and a member of Themis Advocates, as she reflects on her personal experiences and how we can support the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.
Jun 243 min read


Alternative Pathways into Law: Expanding Access to the Legal Profession
In this article, and in a marking of Social Mobility Day, we hear from Annie Allan, one of our Diversity+ Law Academy Alumni. Read on to hear Annie's thoughts on how alternative entry pathways can help level the playing field for entry into a legal career, and what opportunities are available across the UK.
Jun 234 min read


Life after law: Career Leavers
This International Women's Day, we are providing you with four articles exploring gender equality in the legal sector and beyond. Improve your EDI with Diversity+.
Mar 128 min read


Life in law: Retaining female talent
This International Women's Day, we are providing you with four articles exploring gender equality in the legal sector and beyond. Improve your EDI with Diversity+.
Mar 614 min read


Returning to law: The forgotten cohort
This International Women's Day, we are providing you with four articles exploring gender equality in the legal sector and beyond. Improve your EDI with Diversity+.
Feb 2712 min read


Entering the law: A trainees journey
This International Women's Day, we are providing you with four articles exploring gender equality in the legal sector and beyond. Improve your EDI with Diversity+.
Feb 234 min read


Why Have International Women’s Day?
This International Women's Day, we are providing you with four articles exploring gender equality in the legal sector and beyond. Improve your EDI with Diversity+.
Feb 164 min read


Disability History Month 2025: Disability, Life and Death
The introduction of the assisted suicide bill opens up questions and concerns around the safeguarding of disabled people. For Disability History Month, hear from Dr Rachael Wallace about her research into disability adjustments in the Scottish legal profession, and the potential implications of the assisted suicide bill in Scotland.
Nov 25, 20254 min read


Celebrating Black History Month: Power & Pride
This Black History Month we are shining light on the history of Black History Month, the challenges still faced by Black professionals, and looking forward to how we can tackle these problems to create a more inclusive and equal workplace.
Oct 28, 20256 min read


Powerful Parity - Equity, Diversity and Inclusion In the world of sports
In our series of articles, we discuss topical issues facing the legal industry and the wider world, all through the lens of equity,...
Aug 26, 202417 min read


How to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month at work (2026)
South Asian Heritage Month (SAHM) is a yearly celebration in honour of the strong heritage links between the UK and South Asian countries. In this blog, we will cover the aim of SAHM, the theme for 2026, and how to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month at work. The UK’s heritage ties with South Asian countries date back far into our history, but have never been more important than now. According to the Minority Rights Group, those with South Asian heritage account for over 4.9
Jul 24, 20245 min read


Celebrating Pride Month: The history that led to today's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion movement
In our articles, we discuss topical issues facing the legal industry all through the lens of equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I). This...
Jun 25, 20244 min read


Embracing Diversity, Supporting Inclusion - Cultural Festivals Around the World
In our articles, we discuss topical issues facing the legal industry all through the lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I)....
Apr 9, 20249 min read


Adoption week in Scotland: listening and supporting
In our articles, we discuss topical issues facing industry leaders, all through the lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I). Hear...
Nov 20, 20239 min read


Cultural intelligence through intergenerational wisdom
n this article, Amanjit Uppal shares her family story, celebrating South Asian Heritage Month and exploring cultural intelligence passed down through intergenerational wisdom.
Jul 31, 20235 min read


Pride and celebration of south asian heritage
In our articles, we discuss topical issues facing the legal industry and the wider world, all through the lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). In this article, Jenika shares her story about what South Asian Heritage Month means to her.
Jul 24, 20233 min read


Made in Pakistan, adopted by Britain: The story of a first, second and third generation immigrant family
In our articles, we discuss topical issues facing the legal industry and the wider world, all through the lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). In this article, Diversity+ founder Naeema Yaqoob Sajid shares her family story, encouraging colleagues and business leaders to listen to these stories in their efforts to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month and increase their cultural intelligence.
Jul 18, 20238 min read


Ramadan 2021
Ramadan is due to commence around the 13th of April this year. This is one of the most significant months of the Islamic calendar and is...
Apr 9, 20212 min read


International Women's Day: Choose to Challenge
When asked to write an article to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD), much to my regret it occurred to me that I really don’t know...
Mar 11, 20215 min read
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