Who we are
Inclusion and Diversity in Nuclear (IDN) is an industry‑led organisation working to strengthen the nuclear sector through more inclusive, fair and effective workplaces.
We support organisations to move beyond intent and make practical, evidence‑informed progress on inclusion. Through research, training, consultancy and sector‑wide engagement, IDN helps employers build environments where people can contribute, perform and thrive.
Trusted by organisations across the nuclear industry and beyond, IDN provides credible insight and real‑world solutions that drive lasting cultural and structural change.
Why inclusion matters in nuclear
The nuclear sector faces sustained challenges around skills shortages, retention, leadership capability and workforce resilience, within a highly regulated and safety‑critical environment.
Evidence shows that inclusive cultures are closely linked to:
- Stronger safety culture and speaking‑up behaviours
- Better decision‑making and team performance
- Higher engagement and reduced attrition
For nuclear, inclusion is not a standalone initiative, it is a performance, risk and sustainability issue.
What IDN helps organisations do
IDN helps organisations bridge the gap between commitment and delivery by:
- Translating data and lived experience into actionable insight
- Equipping leaders with the confidence, tools and evidence to act
- Embedding inclusion into systems, leadership behaviours and everyday practice
Our work connects inclusion directly to delivery, safety, engagement and long‑term capability.
Our purpose
IDN’s purpose is to support the nuclear sector to build inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces by providing:
- Robust, sector‑specific research and analysis
- Practical training and consultancy grounded in organisational reality
- Conferences and events that enable learning, challenge and collaboration
Through this work, we support organisations to attract, recruit and retain talent, fully leverage current skills, and build a resilient workforce for the future.
Our insight and impact
IDN has a strong track record in delivering high‑quality, actionable insight, including:
- Sector‑wide Equity, Diversity and Inclusion research, providing intersectional insight into workforce experience and identifying key risks and opportunities.
- Gender pay gap analysis specific to the nuclear industry, offering longitudinal insight into pay, progression and structural barriers.
- Research into returner programmes, exploring what enables successful reintegration, upskilling and long‑term retention.
- Retention cost research, examining the financial impact of attrition in nuclear and wider STEM sectors, supporting evidence‑based investment decisions.
Our work is designed to be useful, usable and relevant to real organisational challenges.
What you can do next
Explore IDN’s research, insight and resources:
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Survey Report (2024)
- Key Findings: The UK Nuclear Industry Gender Pay Gap 2017– 2025
- Our IDN LinkedIn feed demonstrates our continued engagement with EDI research, emerging trends, and innovative approaches.
Attend the upcoming IDN Annual Conference, where we will explore the theme Inclusive by Default – How do we get there? Information and tickets here: https://idnuclear.com/events/events/conferences/2026-idn-conference/
Respond to our Equity Diversity and Inclusion Survey: EDI Survey 2026
Get in touch to discuss research, training or consultancy support – info@idnuclear.com