Welcome to the BAME Planners Network
The BAME Planners Network is an initiative to promote diversity and inclusion in the planning profession in the United Kingdom and Ireland
Who We Are
The BAME Planners Network was founded in August 2020 in response to the issues faced by Black Asian and Minority Ethnic groups within the planning profession. The Network is a friendly platform for engagement with one another; individuals and organisations that support our aim. We believe that BAME planners are diverse, work in various sectors and represent a multicultural, multiracial society. The Network is aware of the varying levels of success that exist between different minority groups within the profession and the profound and long-lasting effect discrimination has in the workplace.
Our Aims
The Network is free to join. Primarily for BAME individuals in the United Kingdom and Ireland who work or would like to work within the Planning Industry. It is not exclusive, and anyone who seeks to support the aims of the Network is welcome to join. The Network is not affiliated with any organisation or political party.
Awareness
Raise the profile and visibility of BAME Planners working in the planning profession in the United Kingdom and Ireland
Encouragement
Encourage BAMEs to enter the planning professional at all levels
Support
Support BAME Planners in achieving career / consultancy goals and reaching full potential in the Planning profession through practical support of the network
influence
Enabling and supporting the BAME communities to influence planning in their locality.
Partnership
Partner and collaborate with relevant organisations on improving perceptions and opportunities for BAME Planners.
GET INVOLVED
There are many ways you can get involved in the BAME Planners Network.
Our achievements
With the support from members and partners, the Network has grown fast since it was founded in August 2020. Some of the key achievements so far:
Responded to the Government’s Planning White Paper and Engaged the Chief Planner at Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
Engaged with 15+ organisations to improve their Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Performance
Organised 10 free events with over 500+ participants
300+ Members & 1800+ followers on social media
Latest News
EDI Recognition List 2024
Meet Network Members
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Get Involved
Join The Network
Whether you’re a student, a seasoned professional, or an organisation looking to do better, we invite you to get involved. By joining the network, you’ll be part of a movement that’s committed to fairness, representation, and opportunity for all
Make a More Inclusive Future
There are many ways to participate – from attending events and sharing your story, to mentoring, contributing to our work, or simply spreading the word. Together, we can shape a more inclusive future for the planning profession.
"I had lost faith but this network has reversed that. I have in my 15 years in planning only worked with 3 BAME planners all at senior or planner level but never in management. This network is truly an eye-opener and source of motivation."
Igor Landry
2020 Alumn
An initiative to promote diversity and inclusion in the planning profession in the United Kingdom and Ireland