Skills for Care has launched a new collection of allyship resources designed to help leaders and managers strengthen inclusion, fairness and belonging across adult social care.
The resources provide practical guidance to support organisations in embedding allyship into everyday practice, enabling staff to recognise and challenge bias, lead open and respectful conversations, and respond appropriately to discrimination or exclusion. The resources will also support leaders to use their influence to advocate for others and build psychological safety within their teams.
Central to the offer is the ‘Strategic allyship framework’, a practical guide that sets out a clear organisational approach for building inclusive cultures where people feel safe, valued and supported. Accompanying team‑based activities – ‘Building inclusive workplaces’ and ‘ Building allyship standards’ – provide structured exercises for teams to reflect on experiences, explore active allyship behaviours, and co‑create shared expectations that strengthen team culture and accountability.
Additionally, an animated video is included with the new resources, explaining what allyship is and why it’s an important part of workplace culture.
Symone Stuart, National Lead for Leadership Development at Skills for Care, says:
“A diverse workforce should translate into inclusive experiences for everyone, yet many colleagues continue to face inequity in their working lives. Allyship requires each of us to take an active role in challenging discrimination and supporting those who are marginalised. By stepping forward as allies, we help build a sector where everyone feels respected, represented and able to thrive.
“The new allyship resources form part of Skills for Care’s ongoing commitment to strengthening workforce capability and supporting leaders to create positive, inclusive environments across all parts of adult social care. They complement wider initiatives such as the Care Workforce Pathway, which defines the knowledge, skills, values and behaviours required across the sector.”
