Launched in 2026, the London Resilience Equalities Partnership brings together equalities groups to inform how London prepares for and responds to emergencies and to ensure that the perspectives and needs of those facing inequalities are central to these efforts. The key objectives are: 

  • Bringing equity and inclusion into the heart of London’s emergency planning, through consistent equalities representation within the London Resilience Forum (LRF).
  • Facilitating the provision of accessible emergency communications, so every Londoner can access lifesaving guidance.
  • Building the capacity of LRF members and supporting them to work inclusively and confidently with equalities groups and marginalised communities before, during and after crises.
  • Facilitating joint planning and rapid response, connecting local networks directly to decision-makers.
  • Advocating for systemic change, ensuring lessons from each emergency improve future policy and practice.

Who can join? 
Membership is open to London-based or London-focused organisations or collectives whose primary purpose is to support, represent, or advocate for people and communities experiencing discrimination, disadvantage or exclusion linked to one or more protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.


Why should I join as a member?
Joining the Equalities Partnership enables you to shape how London prepares for and responds to emergencies, ensuring that the perspectives, priorities and needs of marginalised groups in the city remain central to this endeavour. Membership also supports greater  engagement with London Resilience infrastructure and other equalities  groups.

What will I be expected to do if I join as a member?
The Partnership recognises that equalities organisations have  different capacities and constraints. Membership is flexible and  non-prescriptive, with no minimum level of engagement required. In addition to quarterly meetings and communications, members may access optional capacity-building opportunities such as training, peer learning, scenario planning, or support to engage more effectively with the resilience system.

How do I join?
Complete this short sign-up form. If you have any questions or would like to talk to us first please email on: equalitiespartnership@protectionapproaches.org. If you would prefer to submit your form in Word format, or by audio or video form please get in touch and we will send the questions from this form as prompts.