Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice

Our Vision for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ)

We strive to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. In this community, each individual should feel equally listened to, respected and valued.

Our Definition of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice

Diversity
Bringing together people with a broad range of visible and invisible qualities that make individuals unique.

Equity
Treating people fairly based on their individual needs, so everyone has the same chance of thriving.

Inclusion
Valuing and respecting each other’s unique contributions; feeling heard and listened to.

Justice
Justice is our commitment to DEI which requires us to be upstanders who take informed action to promote community and belonging.

Why is Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice important to us at Dulwich College (Singapore)?

• Making a Positive Difference – we recognise that the education our students receive is a privilege only a few have access to. We believe that students need to develop the skills, values and motivation required to make a positive difference in the world. 
• Building Bridges to the World – if we wish to live worldwise then our students need to value, respect, engage with and promote diversity, equity, inclusion and justice. They need to know how to behave in an intentionally inclusive way if they are to build bridges to the world.
• Students Come First – we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive College community will foster a stronger sense of belonging and support everyone's wellbeing.

Our Approach to Recruitment 

Our Mission is to Live WorldWise. To embrace and embed this we strive to become a diverse, equitable and inclusive community with a strong sense of belonging for all.  We therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, identity, age, disability, religion, social class or sexual orientation. We support family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational needs allow.

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice Journey

We recognise that it will take time and commitment to make our vision for DEIJ a reality and we are  progressing  on a journey of inquiry, learning and continuous improvement, underpinned by a ongoing  action plan. To support us on this journey, we have  a DEIJ Steering Group (with representatives from across the College), several DEIJ working parties, staff affinity groups and have trained many DEIJ Advocates.  We have 5 DEIJ Working Parties focused on Neurodiversity, Anti-racism education, DEIJ in the curriculum, Recruitment and Gender Inclusivity. In addition we have several staff affinity groups (Muslim staff, Christian staff, Indian staff, LGBTQ+ staff, Women’s, People of the Global Majority (PoGM), Motherhood, Mentoring and Support (MOMs).

In 2024 we won the TES International School of the Year for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.