Yohanes Scarlett is a seasoned Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) expert, currently serving as the Policy and Research Advisor for Diversity and Inclusion at the Royal Academy of Engineering. His passion for social justice was kindled early on, shaped by his volunteer work at youth clubs, where he listened to and supported young people facing systemic inequalities. This foundation has deeply influenced his commitment to building more inclusive engineering environments Royal Academy of Engineering

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In his role at the Academy, Yohanes oversees a robust and action-oriented EDI research programme dedicated to exploring representation and structural barriers within the engineering profession. His analytical rigor and strategic insight have been central to driving tangible change Royal Academy of Engineering. Through his leadership, the Academy has advanced evidence-based strategies to dismantle systemic obstacles and foster more inclusive practices in engineering across the UK.

A particularly notable milestone in Yohanes’s career was his appointment, in 2020, as one of the principal researchers on The Hamilton Commission. This landmark initiative—co-chaired by Sir Lewis Hamilton and the Royal Academy of Engineering was established to investigate and address the underrepresentation of Black individuals within UK motorsport and STEM fields Royal Academy of Engineering.

Over a rigorous, ten-month period, the Commission conducted data analysis, stakeholder mapping, and qualitative research with youth and industry leaders. The result was a compelling report—Accelerating Change: Improving Representation of Black People in UK Motorsport—which delivered ten actionable recommendations to promote diversity and drive systemic change

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