About Race Equity Consult
We are a team of dedicated professionals committed to transforming workplaces into equitable, inclusive environments where every individual can thrive.
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission
At Race Equity Consult, we are dedicated to transforming organizations through comprehensive, evidence-based equity strategies. Our mission is to create inclusive workplaces where diversity is celebrated, equity is practiced, and every individual—regardless of their race, background, or identity—can contribute to their full potential and achieve professional success.
Our Vision
We envision a world where organizations are microcosms of equity—places where systemic barriers are dismantled, unconscious biases are confronted, and structural inequalities are replaced with fair, transparent systems. We believe that truly equitable workplaces don't just benefit individuals; they drive innovation, boost performance, and create sustainable competitive advantages.
Our Core Values
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethical conduct in every interaction.
Evidence-Based
Our approach is grounded in research, data, and proven methodologies for sustainable change.
Collaboration
We partner with clients as equals, co-creating solutions that fit their unique context.
Continuous Learning
We stay at the forefront of equity work through ongoing research and professional development.
Compassion
We approach sensitive topics with empathy, creating safe spaces for difficult conversations.
Innovation
We develop cutting-edge tools and methodologies that drive measurable organizational change.
Meet the Founder
Professor Lilian Otaye-Ebede
PhD MBA BSc (Hons) FHEA Academic Member CIPD
Founder & Lead Consultant
Professor of HRM & Organisational Behaviour, University of Liverpool
Professor Otaye-Ebede is a scholar-practitioner guiding UK organisations toward equitable workplaces. As the founder of Race Equity Consult and developer of the REaCT Toolkit, she combines rigorous academic research with practical organisational consulting. Her work focuses on advancing racial equity, inclusive leadership, and sustainable culture transformation across sectors including finance, media, higher education, and the public sector.
Our Journey
From our founding in 2018 to today, we've been on a mission to transform organizational cultures and advance race equity in workplaces worldwide.
Foundation
Race Equity Consult was established with a mission to transform organizational cultures through evidence-based equity strategies.
Launch of the Promoting Race Representation and Culture Change Report
Publised the NWBLT Report which generated wide media attention
Launch of the Hestletine Institute Public Policy Briefing Report
Launched the Policy Brefing Report- Tackling Race Inequalities within the UK Health and Social Care Workforce https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/media/livacuk/publicpolicyamppractice/pbseries3/PB317,combined,FINAL.pdf
REaCT Toolkit Launch
Development and launch of our proprietary Race Equity and Culture Transformation (REaCT) Toolkit and it's accompanying REaCT Diagnostic Tool, a comprehensive 65-question diagnostic assessment.
Technology Innovation
Launched our next-generation assessment platform with real-time analytics and AI-powered insights for deeper organizational understanding.
Global Expansion
Extended our services to international markets, serving clients across different countries, including leading the DEI agenda for the Global Compassion Coalitionon Health Impact Cluster
E-Learning Platform
Introduced comprehensive online learning modules for scalable impact, with the aim to reach over 1,000 learners within the first year.
Industry Partnerships
Began collaborations with various industry partners including NHS England, The Police Force and LCRCA
Ready to Transform Your Organization?
Join several organizations worldwide that have partnered with us to create more equitable, inclusive workplaces.