CDS have published a draft EDI Strategy. This approach is intended to embed fairness, accessibility and inclusion into the way we interact with residents, support colleagues, recruit and develop people, work with partners and make decisions.

The new strategy has four objectives:
a. Better understand our people and communities;
b. Ensure all residents can access and influence our services;
c. Build an inclusive workplace and leadership culture; and
d. Increase diversity in governance and decision-making.

We would like to hear from everyone about what you think of this strategy. Are we being ambitious enough? Are our objectives meaningful? Have we missed something? Please email christina.friedenthal@cds.coop with your feedback by 14 August 2026 in order to have your views considered before we finalise the strategy. Alternatively, for a phone coversation you can call Christina on 020 4551 0080.