The Racial Diversity UK programme aims to be broad in its reach, interested in questions of socio-economic equality, senses of place, belonging and identity, barriers to and opportunities for inclusion, demographic trajectories, and the interrelationship between these themes. Applications can be made at any time but shortlisting takes place once a year – in Autumn.
The Racial Diversity UK programme aims to be broad in its reach, interested in questions of socio-economic equality, senses of place, belonging and identity, barriers to and opportunities for inclusion, demographic trajectories, and the interrelationship between these themes. Research may also address how the UK compares internationally. Race and ethnicity should be the central focus from which any intersectionality with class, disability, gender, place and other dynamics would be explored.
The Foundation takes a broad view of racial diversity as covering all racial or ethnic groups living in the UK, including White populations.
They may also consider proposals for high-quality, innovative studies that are not included within these topics.
Who can apply
The Nuffield Foundation encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, particularly from individuals and organisations from racially minoritised communities. They strongly encourage partnership applications which bring together researchers and racially minoritised communities to explore challenges and develop solutions.
When to apply
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Funding applications can be made at any time but shortlisting takes place once a year – in Autumn.
The next deadline is October 2026.