Bloomsbury unveils Belonging & Inclusion Action Plan
Bloomsbury Publishing
Karl Burnett, Group Director of People & Engagement
Bloomsbury’s commitment to inclusion is unwavering and we are on a continuous journey to ensure we represent the whole of society. As with everything we do at Bloomsbury, this work is in pursuit of our core company mission to publish the very best works of excellence and originality for our readers. The new four year plan builds on the progress made since Bloomsbury’s first inclusion strategy was launched in 2021. After the initial plan concluded in 2024, we undertook extensive reflection, colleague consultation, and a review of our own, industry and societal data to shape this next phase of work.
Bloomsbury’s plan is founded on the belief that belonging and inclusion are essential to creative excellence, commercial success and responsible publishing. The company’s global Belonging and Inclusion mission centres on transparency through data, building in accessibility and promoting social mobility aiming to create inclusive working environments, supporting staff of all backgrounds and identities and nurturing diverse creative talent.
It focuses on five major pillars:
- recruitment and retention;
- learning and development;
- education and engagement;
- publishing and products;
- and communications.
All of these are underpinned by concrete, actionable commitments.
Bloomsbury Publishing
Iram Satti, Global Belonging & Inclusion Manager
We went back to basics. We listened carefully to colleagues worldwide, we reflected, and we built a plan shaped by shared values and global perspectives. Belonging and inclusion must be lived daily, not simply stated, and must be committed to long-term. This work requires accountability, continuous learning and collective responsibility.
The action plan recognises the unique strengths and differences across Bloomsbury’s offices in the UK, US, Australia, India and beyond. With over 1,100 employees globally, the company is committed to fostering connection across borders and enabling colleagues to share and learn from diverse experiences and perspectives.
Bloomsbury will publish annual Belonging and Inclusion reports to provide transparent updates on progress against the action plan.
