Abstract

The demographic of UK heritage conservation professionals currently demonstrates a clear under-representation of marginalised individuals. This article principally aims to raise awareness and explore ideas on the lack of black and minority ethnic diversity in conservation by addressing some of the specific issues and barriers that cause systems of exclusion, inequity and inaccessibility. Crucially, it will establish why it is particularly valuable to include and retain these diverse voices in heritage environments. Discussions are supported by recent studies, reports and events, including some of the author’s own lived experiences so that readers can acknowledge and understand the direct, real and first-hand impact of some of the issues. Ultimately, the article seeks to help continue the drive for positive social change.

摘要

目前，英国遗产保护专业人员的人口统计表明，边缘化个人的代表性明显不足。本文主要旨在通过解决导致排斥、不平等和无法进入的系统的一些具体问题和障碍，提高人们对保护中缺乏黑人和少数族裔多样性的认识和探索想法。至关重要的是，它将确定为什么在遗产环境中包含和保留这些不同的声音特别有价值。讨论得到了最近的研究、报告和事件的支持，包括作者自己的一些生活经历，以便读者能够承认和理解某些问题的直接、真实和第一手影响。最终，本文旨在帮助继续推动积极的社会变革。