London, 24th June 2026
EqualEngineers and Institute of Physics Announce Partnership to Advance Inclusive and Safe Cultures in Engineering
EqualEngineers and the Institute of Physics (IOP) are delighted to announce a new partnership focused on strengthening inclusive and safe cultures across the engineering profession.
This collaboration reflects a shared belief that engineering and physics thrive when everyone can contribute, feel they belong, and can work without barriers to their safety or wellbeing. Together, the organisations will champion inclusive practice at every level, from education and early careers through to senior leadership and professional registration.
By combining expertise, networks and a commitment to positive cultural change, EqualEngineers and IOP will work on initiatives designed to expand access to opportunities, build confidence and community for under-represented groups, and embed inclusive engineering design principles into professional standards. The partnership will support knowledge-sharing and collaborative learning across the profession, demonstrating collective progress to members and stakeholders.
EqualEngineers and IOP will also collaborate on institution-related events throughout 2026 and beyond, creating new spaces for dialogue, leadership development, and exploring what safe and inclusive engineering looks like in practice.
Dr Mark McBride-Wright MBE, Founder and CEO of EqualEngineers, said:
“We are delighted to be partnering with the Institute of Physics to strengthen inclusive and safe cultures across engineering. Physics and engineering are deeply connected disciplines, both driven by curiosity, problem-solving and innovation. But innovation can only thrive when people feel safe, valued and able to contribute fully.”
Sarah Bakewell, Head of Diversity and Inclusion at the Institute of Physics, said:
“Safe and inclusive workplace cultures are fundamental to the future of physics and engineering. Diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger innovation and better outcomes, but only when people feel they belong and can contribute fully.
“The Institute of Physics is delighted to be partnering with EqualEngineers to share expertise, champion good practice and help create workplaces where everyone can thrive.”
To celebrate the launch of this partnership, EqualEngineers and IOP will jointly host a webinar on the 5th of August 2026 titled “Engineering, Safety and Physics”. Sign up for this event can be found: Engineering, Safety and Physics
This partnership builds on growing collaboration between EqualEngineers and professional institutions committed to shaping a more inclusive future for engineering, one that better reflects and serves society.
