ED&I Audits

Clarity comes before change.
We help organisations understand where they truly stand — identifying gaps, risks and opportunities so you can move forward with clarity, not guesswork.
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This isn’t a compliance exercise.
It’s a strategic deep dive.

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Most organisations want to be more inclusive. The problem is, they don’t actually know where they stand. Assumptions replace evidence — and that’s where progress stalls.
We give you a clear, structured view of your organisation across culture, leadership, systems and behaviours — not just policies on paper.
Using our maturity framework, we benchmark where you are today and identify the gaps that are holding you back.
You don’t just get insight — you get direction. Clear, practical next steps tailored to your organisation.
No fluff. No generic frameworks. Just honest, evidence-led clarity on what needs to change — and how to move forward.

What Our ED&I Audit Includes

How Can We Help?
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Discovery & Listening

Leadership conversations, staff insight and a deep understanding of what’s really happening beneath the surface.

Maturity Benchmarking

Assessment across key principles to identify whether you’re emerging, developing or truly embedding change.

Gap Analysis

Clear identification of what’s missing, what’s working, and where the risks and opportunities lie.

Strategic Direction

Practical, prioritised next steps to help you move forward with confidence (with optional full strategy add-on).

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Woosh.

Woosh Raza is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Into the Orbit, an equity-led HR consultancy helping organisations transform culture and lead with inclusion. A Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, he has over 15 years’ senior HR and inclusion experience across charities, creative industries and mission-driven organisations, and was named on HR Magazine’s Most Influential list in 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Known for blending lived experience with strategic expertise, Woosh partners with leaders to navigate complexity with empathy and accountability. He is also an accredited executive coach and host of the podcast Rainbows & Bullshit, where identity, resilience and belonging are explored with honesty and humour.

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"Inspiring and transformative – equity-led thinking with strategic rigour."

– Hilary Evans-Newton
Chief Executive,
Alzheimer’s Research UK
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Frequently asked questions

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  • How much does an ED&I audit cost?

    Costs vary depending on the size and complexity of your organisation. We’ll provide a clear proposal after understanding your needs.

  • What do we receive at the end of an ED&I audit?

    A clear report outlining findings, key risks and practical recommendations — giving you a structured path forward.

  • Will the audit uncover uncomfortable truths?

    Yes — but in a way that supports constructive and meaningful change.

  • Who needs to be involved in the audit?

    A mix of leadership and staff to ensure a full and accurate picture.

  • What happens after the audit is complete?

    You’ll have clear insight and next steps — and can continue working with us to implement change.

  • What actually happens during an ED&I audit?

    We assess your organisation across culture, leadership, policies and lived experience using interviews, surveys and structured analysis.

  • Is this just about compliance?

    No. Our work goes beyond compliance to focus on meaningful, long-term change.

  • How much does an ED&I audit cost?

    Audits start from £10,000 depending on scope.

  • How long does an ED&I audit take?

    Typically 4–8 weeks depending on the size and complexity of your organisation.

  • How is your audit different from a survey or internal review?

    This is independent, structured and experience-led — going beyond data collection to provide clear, actionable insight.

  • Do you help implement the strategy after the audit?

    Yes. Many clients continue working with us after the audit to turn insight into action and implement meaningful change.

  • Can this follow on from an audit?

    Yes. Many clients begin with an audit and then continue with strategy, leadership development or workshops based on the findings.

When you invest inclarity, this is what happens

Every organisation is different, but the outcome is the same — clarity, direction, and the confidence to act.

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Ready to understand where you really stand?

We don’t do surface-level reviews or tick-box audits. If you want a clear, honest view of where your organisation is — and what it will take to move forward — let’s talk.

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    You submit this form — tell us a bit about who you are and what you need.
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    We’ll review your enquiry internally to see if we’re a good match.
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    If it looks like a fit, we’ll contact you to book a short intro call.
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    From there, we’ll build a proposal tailored to your people, culture and goals.
  • 5
    If everything aligns, we’ll schedule the work and get started.
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