Our work is informed by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) framework which sets out our current position and where we hope to be by 2030. Our framework also explains in detail how we hope to achieve progress against our four objectives:

Promote equity

We will ensure that our regulatory activities are fair, taking account of existing inequalities, and free from unlawful discrimination, and that this approach is reflected in the standards we set for the osteopathy profession. We will ensure the fair treatment of people so that our practices and policies mean identity is not a predictor of opportunity or outcome. We will strive to recognise and take account of the barriers already existing for some people in order to promote equal opportunity and access.

Value diversity

We will listen to, engage and communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders, using a variety of channels, in an accessible and timely manner. We will recognise the equal value of diverse voices and make strong decisions based on diversity of views. We will value diversity in our recruitment and development of staff, non-executives and stakeholders and in the ways that we work.

Embrace inclusivity

Diverse and inclusive organisations outperform homogenous businesses. We will ensure our culture and values enable those who wish to work with us – including our staff, members of governance, our key stakeholders and patients – are confident that they will feel valued, enabled and empowered to contribute as equals, and that their views will be taken into account fully with respect and dignity.

Create belonging

We will create a psychologically safe organisation where our people (staff and non-executives) feel confident to be themselves, without risk of embarrassment or rejection, to help us to be the best possible regulator we can. We will ensure our people feel can be creative and innovative, and can constructively challenge existing practices for the benefit of patients, osteopaths and stakeholders.