Cricket Scotland has launched two bespoke Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) e-learning modules to mark the start of National Inclusion Week 2025, in a major step toward building a more inclusive cricketing culture across the country.
The certified modules, developed in collaboration with digital design firm Dynamic and funded by sportscotland, are now publicly available on the Brightspace learning platform. Both modules have been accredited by the National Centre for Diversity.
Two tailored modules for the cricket community
Module 1, titled “Cricket for All”, is designed for players, parents, volunteers, and spectators. It provides an introduction to inclusive practices within the sport and is intended to raise general awareness across the wider cricket community.
Module 2, titled “Creating a Fairer Game”, offers a deeper dive into equality and diversity issues, targeting club and regional administrators, match officials, and Cricket Scotland’s staff and coaches.
The modules align with the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy released by Cricket Scotland in 2024 and reflect the governing body’s strategic focus on education, transparency and community engagement.
Cricket Scotland: “A step forward in creating a fairer game”
Krishna Kaur, Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Cricket Scotland, emphasized the importance of the initiative:
“I am delighted to launch these training modules, which align directly with our core values and are designed to promote a more transparent and accountable environment in Scottish cricket.
She added:
“This training addresses the nine protected characteristics under the UK Equality Act 2010 and aims to do the right thing — both morally and legally. Real-life case studies are included to challenge, inspire discussion, and foster reflection across all levels of the sport.”
Kaur also highlighted the timing of the launch, coinciding with this year’s National Inclusion Week theme, “Now is the Time”, as a meaningful call to action for inclusive leadership in cricket and beyond.
Accredited and backed by sportscotland
Solat Chaudry, Chief Executive of the National Centre for Diversity, praised the modules:
“We commend Cricket Scotland for their proactive and comprehensive approach to EDI. The overwhelmingly positive feedback from the accreditation process reflects the programme’s effectiveness and sets a benchmark for other national sports bodies.”
Free public access now available
Both EDI modules are free to access and open to the public via the Brightspace learning platform.
More details and supporting resources can be found on the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) page on the Cricket Scotland website.
Cricket Scotland will actively monitor engagement and feedback from the modules as part of its ongoing efforts to foster an equitable, safe, and respectful cricket environment nationwide.
