About us
The UK's leading authority on diversity and inclusion in television.
Credible data. Clearer picture. Fairer industry
Our mission is to help the UK broadcasting industry become truly inclusive and representative of society.
Our vision is to strengthen and expand the Diamond system, extend our reach across the wider creative industries, and influence future diversity policy and legislation through stronger political engagement.
Our values By championing diversity in all its forms, CDN strives to ensure that UK television not only entertains but also authentically represents its audience. Visitors to our website can access a wealth of resources, including diversity reports, best practice guidelines, and information on upcoming events and training opportunities. Whether you're a broadcaster, content creator, or viewer, CDN offers tools and insights to support a more inclusive media landscape.
Our vision
A UK television industry enabled to see itself more clearly with credible diversity data, trusted insights and collaborative action that supports a fairer outcome for all who participate in it.
Our purpose
At CDN we support the UK television industry with the clearest picture of the diversity of the people who work in it, resulting in informed decisions that build a fairer future.
Our board and team
Our Board is made up of representatives from our eleven member organisations, each nominated to ensure broad accountability and oversight.
Ensuring compliance with law and governing documents.
Maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Acting in CDN's best interests and safeguarding its future.
The data
The UK television industry is made up of hundreds of thousands of people across different roles, locations, experiences, and backgrounds.
To support it properly, we need to understand who is working in the industry, who is getting opportunities and where gaps and barriers exist.
Diamond provides an industry-wide view on representation. This helps organisations make better decisions about skills, interventions, funding and development aimed at building a more open, inclusive sector.
Off-screen Contributions
Off-screen
Senior Roles
On-screen Contributions
The system collects industry data such as:
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Age
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Disability
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Ethnicity
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Socioeconomic background
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Region
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Gender
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Orientation
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Religion
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Caring responsibilities
How it works (simplified process):
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Broadcaster commissions a production
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Production company submits information
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Data flows through the Diamond system
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Cast and crew complete the Diamond survey
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Data is verified and collated
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Creative Diversity Network analyses and reports on the results
Our story
Our initiatives and partnerships turn data into action, helping transform the UK television landscape.
Increased transparency and understanding of the TV industry through enhanced data reporting.
Surpassed the target of 9% off-screen disabled contributions by 2028.
The Commissioner Programme
A pan-industry programme creating direct pipelines for underrepresented talent, informed by Diamond data.
Driving meaningful diversity across UK television
