The Structural Inequalities Alliance is the first network of cross-sector leaders and organisations to focus explicitly on the attitudes, organisations and policy change required to create a more equitable and just society:a place where no matter where we were born or how much money is in our bank accounts we can all access a safe, warm, dry home, nutritious food at every meal, an opportunity to contribute, and a doctor’s appointment when we need one.

For too long our society has been founded on principles that do not represent our citizens proportionately. Some people thrive in health, wealth and power whilst others are ignored, forgotten and marginalised. 

In recent years social justice movements have made great strides in reducing inequalities in housing/healthcare/employment/education/ civil rights. However we believe there is a need to move beyond mitigating the impact of inequality and examine the structures and systems of our institutions that allow these seemingly unshakeable conditions to thrive. 

Structural inequalities affect everyone. There is no one single solution so important for us to work together across sectors and that’s why we need an alliance. 

We’ve gathered academics, employers, activists and everyday change makers. 

Together we have created resources, curated spaces, campaigned and promoted justice and participation.  

We are just getting started. Our work is informed by everyone in the alliance including those most affected.

SIA’s principles

Structural inequalities can be addressed with a thorough, coordinated and whole system approach.

By examining how decisions are made, who by and how they affect people over our life course by redesigning  institutions and social structures

By challenging unjust power dynamics and promoting equality in all aspects of society to redistribute wealth and power.