Inclusion and diversity

The Royal College of Pharmacy is committed to improving the experience of people from all backgrounds within the pharmacy workforce. As the professional leadership body, we champion diversity and promote a culture of belonging across pharmacy, ensuring voices are heard and valued and that individuals can thrive without fear of discrimination.

Inclusion and diversity are embedded across our governance, leadership, professional support and advocacy work. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all protected characteristics to stand for election to our National Pharmacy Advisory Councils, and work to ensure our Senate and Board of Trustees reflect the diversity of the profession and the communities it serves.

Inclusion and diversity at the College
Read our inclusion and diversity strategy report

Our inclusion and diversity strategy is due to be reviewed and updated in 2027.

Timeline

Download a full size timeline for 2026 here.

Inclusion for all

Learn more about our work to advance equality, diversity and inclusion across the pharmacy profession through campaigns and resources that support different communities.

Ethnicity
Gender equality
Age
LGBTQIA+
Parents & carers
Disability

Microaggressions

Microaggressions can have a significant impact on individuals and workplace culture. Explore our guidance to recognise, understand and respond to everyday behaviours that can undermine inclusion.

Different types of microaggressions

Learn more about specific forms of microaggressions using the resources below.

Disability
Pregnancy
LGBTQIA+
Gender
Ethnicity
Parents and carers
Age

Inclusion and diversity blogs

  • Flexible working – why is it so hard to arrange?

    Flexible working is a barrier for many pharmacists, especially those with long‑term conditions. Amandeep Doll looks at how supportive, equitable flexibility is essential for inclusion.

    Read more

  • Living with hearing loss: a hidden disability

    What does a person with disabilities look like? Aamer Safdar reflects on his diagnosis of hearing loss.

    Read more

  • What are some of the barriers for Black pharmacists?

    It’s vital we highlight and discuss the issues associated with inclusion and diversity in our profession, and to recognise the difficulties that Black pharmacists face.

    Read more