Diversity, equity, & inclusion

Our publishing

As an independent company with a mission of building bridges to knowledge, we enable people from all backgrounds to contribute to and benefit from teaching and research resources that are balanced, grounded, anti-racist, and promote a more just society. Acknowledging the prevalence of structural discrimination and bigotry and believing that diversity is the cornerstone of a vibrant culture, we will challenge unfair power structures within publishing and higher education to help create a more equitable future for all.

We pledge to: 

• Ensure business relationships are based on fairness and respect for all involved, regardless of age, ability, gender, sex, marriage and partnership status, pregnancy and parental responsibilities, race, religion and belief, socio-economic background, or sexual orientation. 

• Publish resources that represent diverse populations and perspectives. Seek out and support content that helps to decolonize curricula and scholarship and reduces barriers for marginalized communities. 

• Increase the numbers of Sage authors, editors, reviewers, and other publishing partners from underrepresented backgrounds.  

• Continuously enhance the technology, usability, and design of our resources so that they are accessible to all. 

We will make improvements based on feedback from individuals and groups from all backgrounds and communicate openly and transparently about our progress. If you have feedback or ideas, please send them to info[at]sagepub[dot]com

Resources and guidance

• Inclusive Language Guide: Inclusive language considerations are especially important when discussing topics like age, appearance, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, emigration status, and weight. This guide for authors, editors and reviewers recommends preferred terminology on these topics. 

• Guidance for Journal Editors: Unconscious bias, language, and working with authors with disabilities 

• DEI Guidelines for Sage Authors: The Sage Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Guidelines for Authors

• DEI Guidelines for Corwin Authors: Considerations for Promoting Social Justice

• For teaching faculty: Resources to Foster Open Dialogue 

• Commonly asked questions about inclusive language

• For textbook authors: Guidelines for detecting and remedying bias in your content 

Policies and Practices 

• Policy on historical content that is potentially offensive or harmful  

• Name change policy for journal article authors.

Latest News

• Sage Renews Scholarship to Promote Diversity Within Librarianship

• Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

• A Juneteenth Message from Our DEI Advocacy Lead, Malcolm Trotter

• Paschal Anosike receives Sage Social Justice Book Award

• Sage and Friends Update Public Profiles of Women Scholars

• Sage Expands Free-to-Read Research Collection on Structural Racism and Police Violence

Podcasts

• Dr. Vince Filak: The Importance of DEI in Mass Communication

• Robin Ryle: Deconstructing Barbie: Using Pop Culture to Teach Sociology and Gender Courses

Open resources

Free-to-read research and resources from Sage dedicated to:

Our organization

We believe that employing a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive workplace support our publishing pledge and build a more equitable Sage that reflects the communities we serve.

Workforce: Our aim is to attract, develop, and promote employees who embody visible and invisible aspects of diversity. To do this, we are establishing and improving programs and practices including new interview and recruitment practices, mentoring and leadership development programs, career pathing, and better transparency in promotion. 

Workplace: We are intentionally creating an inclusive culture where diversity is valued through training and events, regular reporting, engagement surveys and other listening practices, and an integrated communication strategy.  

We have created a DEI Committee and Delivery Group that has oversight of the DEI mission and goals across our US and UK offices, assesses and enables progress, and keeps efforts accountable to senior leadership.

Employee Resource Groups

We also have a number of voluntary, regional, employee-led groups which aim to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. The groups support each other and offer a safe space where employees can discuss any issues they have, as well as raise awareness of challenges members experience at work, to improve conditions, and make the environment more inclusive for everyone.  

They also provide valuable feedback and suggestions to improve the business, which helps shape our ongoing DEI efforts. 

Current groups are centered on: 

• People Of Color (POC) in the US / Global Majority (BAME) in the UK  

• LGBTQIA+  

• Gender Equity  

• Menopause Network 

• Women in Technology  

• Mothers and Caretakers  

• Disability, Accessibility, and Wellness in the UK / Accessibility and Wellness in the US 

• Jewish Network and Allies

• Green Groups (US, UK and India)

For more information about working at Sage, visit our Careers page.  

Proud supporters

Learn more about the following organizations by visiting our DEI Partnerships page.