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The Diversity in Publishing Network has been established to promote the status and contribution of social groups traditionally underrepresented within all areas of publishing, as well as support those seeking to enter the industry

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DIPNET is an initiative funded by Arts Council England and managed at Booktrust. DIPNET aims to redress the balance of equality in the UK publishing sector

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Publishing equalities charter

The aim of the Equalities Charter is to help promote diversity across UK publishing and bookselling, by driving forward change and increasing access to opportunities within the industry.

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DIPNET is a huge step in the right direction and deserves to be supported by everyone who cares about books and writing.”

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