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In a sector that prides itself on delivering person-centred care, it is crucial that we ensure every individual, regardless of their background or identity, is treated with dignity, respect, and understanding. In October, The Outstanding Society through its Diversity arm the OSDF hosted a ground-breaking LGBTQ+ training roundtable at the Care Show in Birmingham. Key players from across the adult social care sector, alongside people supported with care and advocates, came together to discuss how we can move beyond the traditional approach to inclusion and build something more lasting, impactful, and measurable.

What initially began as a conversation about advocating for mandatory LGBTQ+ training for care providers has evolved into a broader movement focused on accreditation, benchmarking, and best practice. This shift reflects the sector’s understanding that mandatory requirements often lead to box-ticking exercises, rather than delivering the meaningful change we need.