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Arctic/Antarctic Polar Preet: British Army officer begins solo trek to Antarctica
BFBS is sponsoring Captain Harpreet Chandi's attempt to become the first woman of colour to cross the Antarctic unsupported.
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Women Military chief: 'Laddish culture' is encouraged to face enemies but needs change
An inclusivity "shift" for women and minority groups would improve teams, says General Sir Nick Carter.
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Tri-Service 'Speech without offence': MOD releases guide for inclusive language
The Ministry of Defence says the 2021 terminology document is not 'political correctness gone mad' or an attempt to police language.
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Nato NATO Adopts Gender-Neutral Job Title For Most-Senior Officer
The job title has changed in a push towards promoting inclusivity.
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Diversity Army BAME conference encouraging active anti-racism
One aspect of the event will explain why it is 'not enough not to be racist'.
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RAF RAF meets diversity recruitment targets
Over the past 12 months, the RAF has recruited more women and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) groups.
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Women Women 'let down' and 'very much offended' by Armed Forces complaints system
A committee has heard that complaints by female and BAME personnel remain disproportionately high.
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LGBTQ Absolute Legends: The Gay Hero Of The Battle Of Britain
Gay men like Ian Gleed served with distinction on the front line, finding love and relationships while they served their King and country...
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Diversity Defence minister backs calls for more modern gender rank titles
James Heappey told the Commons military chiefs have been “considering” the issue.
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LGBTQ 'Massive step forward': Two servicemen on military life before and after LGBTQ ban
In 1997 Carl Austin-Behan left the RAF due to his sexuality. Corporal Owain Bridge joined in 2005 and had a different experience.
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Diversity MOD Civilian Diversity Report: Female Representation Increases
The report showed an increase in female representation among civilian personnel by 2.7% compared to 2016.
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Diversity Army BAME Network Sees 'Unprecedented' Support For Black History Month
Captain Steven Henry has been awarded an MBE for his work with the Army’s BAME network.
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RAF RAF Promotes Use Of Gender-Inclusive Pronouns
An "Air Force fit for the 21st century" could see an airman or airwoman referred to as an air-per, as part of moves to encourage diversity.
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Black History Month Black History Month: West Indian Contribution In WW2 'Beyond Doubt'
Royal Air Force and Royal Navy veteran Allan Wilmot described his wartime service for Black History Month during a 2018 interview.
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Diversity Recruitment Of BAME Personnel 'Absolutely Going In The Right Direction'
Baroness Goldie, Minister of State at the MOD, spoke to Forces News about diversity in the Armed Forces.