Unity In The Community CIC

What Unity In The Community CIC does

Unity In The Community CIC (UITC) is a Nottingham-based Community Interest Company founded in 2020 in response to the murder of George Floyd, operating as a non-profit social enterprise focused on Black and BAME communities across the UK. The organization delivers two parallel lines of activity: (1) community projects addressing tangible needs — including Vaccine Hesitancy outreach, a Second Chance crime-prevention programme, Food Aid, the Cornerstone refugee project, the Community Business Accelerator, mentorship and training, and Black History Month programming — and (2) a portfolio of ~15 paid EDI consultancy services sold to corporate buyers covering diversity marketing, workforce planning, specialist recruitment, equalities training, ambassador secondments, think-tank analysis and CSR advisory. Grant funding, primarily from the National Lottery Community Fund (2021) and Nottinghamshire Police & Crime Commissioner (2022), underwrites project work, while corporate EDI packages form the commercial revenue stream; pricing is packaged but not publicly disclosed.

UITC is structured as a UK Community Interest Company with an asset lock and a board of four directors (Devontay Okure, Deborah St. Louis, Shilpa Arya, Clive Foster) supported by a team of four, total headcount around eight. It is not a technology company — it does not develop software, hold patents, or offer APIs or apps; its "platforms" (UITC Forum, Webinar, Your Voice) are community engagement channels rather than technical products. Distribution runs through direct community outreach in Nottingham and the East Midlands, supplemented by an extensive partner network of more than 30 local service providers spanning housing, addiction, women's services, faith, refugee support and youth work, plus referral-driven corporate consultancy sales. Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, with webinars (notably the Unity for Change series) and events such as Black History Month serving as primary engagement mechanisms. Awards and recognition (No2Hate Upstanding Organisation Award 2018, Nottingham Black Achievers, Future Leaders of Nottingham 2017/18) reinforce credibility with both public-sector funders and corporate EDI buyers.

Name

Unity In The Community CIC

Legal name

Unity in the Community

Website

https://uitc.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Unity In The Community CIC is a Nottingham-based non-profit social enterprise founded in 2020, delivering Black and BAME community projects and a portfolio of corporate EDI consultancy services across the UK.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Consultancy

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (81341), Human Rights Organizations (813311), Community Food Services (624210)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Health & Health Equity Organizations (BPAGACAL), Community Center Education Programs (EDAAAFAB)

Keywords

• Equality diversity inclusion
• EDI consultancy services
• Community development
• Diversity marketing
• BAME community outreach

Headquarters

HQ city

Nottingham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. EDI Consultancy Services: Provides equality, diversity and inclusion consultancy services to corporate businesses in packages suitable for any budget
2. Donations: Accepts donations from individuals and organizations to support community projects
3. Equity Investment and Dividends: Partners can invest financially or in-kind to demonstrate commitment to the equality agenda
4. Government Grants: Receives funding from government bodies such as Nottinghamshire Police & Crime Commissioner for specific community projects

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Unity In The Community CIC is a Community Interest Company that provides equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) consultancy services to corporate businesses — including diversity marketing, workforce planning, equalities training, specialist recruitment, ambassador placements, and strategic insight — alongside a suite of community projects supporting Black and BAME communities in the UK, such as Black History Month, the 2nd Chance Project, Food Aid, the Unity for Change Vaccine Hesitancy Project, the Cornerstone Refugee Support Program, and the Community Business Accelerator. The organization is funded through consultancy fees, grants, and donations, and operates as a non-profit social enterprise headquartered in Nottingham.

Product overview

Unity In The Community CIC is a community interest company offering a portfolio of consultancy services and community projects focused on equality, diversity and inclusion. The core consultancy offerings include Diversity Marketing Services, Business Development, Equality/Diversity/Inclusion Consultancy, Workforce Planning, Specialist Recruitment, Equalities Training, Health and Wellbeing, and Social Corporate Responsibility services. The organization also operates numerous community projects including the Black History Month program, 2nd Chance Project addressing addiction and criminality, Unity for Change Vaccine Hesitancy Project, Community Business Accelerator, Food Aid Project, and various mentorship and education programs. The organization functions as a service-based nonprofit rather than a technology product company, providing human-centered consultancy and community engagement services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Consultancy Services EDI consultancy service delivered in packages suitable for any budget, providing tools and information to drive economic growth alongside community benefit, and acting as a mentor to help businesses develop social goals and shape inclusive culture.
• Diversity Marketing Services Marketing consultancy service specializing in diversity and inclusion, including marketing audits, strategic planning, campaign creation, content marketing, digital marketing, graphic design, market research, PR and media relations, and social media marketing for organizations seeking to engage diverse audiences.
• Business Development Equality and inclusion strategy service designed to maximize organizational impact nationally, drive change towards the equalities agenda, attract diverse talent, and harness workforce effectiveness.
• Unity In The Community Ambassador Placements 6-12 month placement programme where UITC team members act as visible staff within client businesses to drive equality and diversity agenda, culture change, and serve as on-site diversity contact points.
• Workforce Planning Diversity and inclusion strategy solution for corporate entities, providing overall structure assessment, current market position evaluation, diversity gap identification, and integration with HR teams for succession planning.
• Equalities Training and Workshop Coordination Bespoke training service providing corporate businesses with tools to address equalities, social inclusion and diversity, eliminating unconscious bias in the workplace.
• Specialist Recruitment Services (Interview Panel Placements) Recruitment service providing unconscious bias-free interview panel representation to drive diversity in corporate organizations, plus specialist sourcing of talented Black and BAME staff.
• Health and Wellbeing Health and wellbeing guidance taking into account different cultural identities, identifying issues affecting BAME employees and offering lunch time exercise sessions including meditation, yoga and running classes.
• Strategic Insight Innovative strategic insights into community cohesion and BAME staff development, helping businesses address inclusivity issues and demonstrating commercial viability of prioritizing equality and diversity.
• Diversity and Inclusion Think Tanks Deep-dive analysis service examining specific projects or organizations to identify achievable improvements and develop strategies for cultural change, driving financial stability and corporate cohesion.
• Social and Corporate Responsibility (CSR) Service ensuring corporate responsibility and equality and diversity agenda is at the forefront of business operations year-round, providing tools, resources and information for consistent leadership on racial diversity.
• Equity Investment and Dividends Investment partnership programme allowing organizations to demonstrate commitment through financial or in-kind investment, with UITC promoting investment and detailing the business journey as an official partner.
• Black History Month Programme Annual community programme celebrating Black History Month and the contributions of Black voices, iconic figures in history, and the Windrush Generation in the UK, featuring webinars and community events.
• 2nd Chance Project (Crime, Drugs & Rehabilitation Programme) Crime preventative initiative addressing addiction, stigma and criminality in BAME communities, bringing awareness to the relationship between addiction and criminal justice system involvement.
• Unity for Change Vaccine Hesitancy Project Community-focused project addressing vaccine hesitancy within the Nottingham BAME community through webinar sessions themed on Insight, Trust, Solutions and lived experiences, providing reliable public health information and rebuilding trust in the healthcare system.
• Community Business Accelerator Project (Entrepreneur Programme) Programme assisting community organizations with achieving goals using corporate business approach, helping co-create business plans, funding bids, governance, financial coordination, workforce planning and service delivery models.
• Food Aid Project (Food Poverty Programme) Food poverty initiative assisting local communities with food supplies through food banks and delivery partners, providing storage, logistics and delivery of food to citizens experiencing food poverty.
• Cornerstone Project (Refugee Support Programme) Refugee support programme providing assistance and resources to refugees in the local community.
• Ray of Light Project (Education & Training) Education and training programme for community members.
• Torchbearer Project (Mentorship Programme) Mentorship programme connecting community members with guidance and support.
• Community Projects and Affiliation Service enabling businesses to demonstrate passion through community project involvement and supporting causes, promoting social inclusion and aligning shared values between businesses and communities.
• Partnership Working Strategic partnership service ensuring partners have tools to deliver best services with deeper insight and strategy ensuring social inclusion and diversity.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

34 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fashions FinestcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFashion platform founded by Director Deborah St. Louis. Strategic partner in fashion and creative services, bringing inclusive fashion platform expertise to UITC's community initiatives.
• African Women Empowerment Forum (AWEF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial enterprise working to develop African women in communities. Partner in youth and family services.
• The Pilgrim ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFaith organization providing multifaith support and community engagement, home of Nottingham Windrush Support Forum.
• Helping Kids AchieveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth organization providing safe environment for children to learn and develop with qualified coaches.
• HimmahminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrassroots community charity driven by local Nottingham people committed to helping others.
• Al HurrayaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization developing culturally specific interventions to improve community cohesion.
• RedthreadminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth violence intervention programme working alongside NHS at Queen's Medical Centre in Nottingham.
• YMCA Newark & SherwoodminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization developing mind, body and spirit of individuals and families.
• Stonebridge City FarmminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUrban farm with animals, play area, cafe and gardens for community engagement.
• The Ark - CongYahminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunction rooms available for hire to community projects and organizations.
• Trent VineyardminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChurch committed to serving the city and helping the poor and socially excluded.
• Karimia InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization helping individuals and families learn life skills through education, worship and recreation.
• FrameworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHousing and support services for vulnerable people to live independently.
• Nottingham City HomesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial housing provider managing homes and estates in Nottingham.
• NCHA (Nottinghamshire Community Housing Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHousing association with equality, diversity and inclusion at core of operations.
• Metropolitan Thames ValleyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffordable housing provider across London, South East, East Midlands and East of England.
• Tuntum Housing AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial business passionate about improving lives in multicultural communities.
• Nottingham City CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government authority supporting Nottingham City residents.
• University of NottinghamminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHigher education institution providing student support services.
• Choice SupportminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial care charity providing support for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health.
• Changing LivesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNationwide charity helping people facing challenging times make positive change.
• Muslim HandsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational aid agency and NGO with grassroots community initiatives.
• Nottingham Counselling ServiceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerQuality counselling services for adults to get their life back on track.
• BAC-IN 2life RecoveryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCampaign highlighting damaging effects of stigmatising language around addiction.
• Nottingham Recovery NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSingle point of free support for people using alcohol and drugs problematically in Nottingham City.
• Turning Point Talking TherapyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPsychological therapies service providing quick access to mental health support.
• Nottingham Women's CentreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWomen's organization offering services to women with mental health needs, offenders, asylum seekers and those in poverty.
• Juno Women's AidminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLargest domestic abuse organisation in Nottingham, supporting women, children and teens.
• Jericho Road ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporting those affected by the sex industry in Nottinghamshire.
• Broxtowe Women's ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupport for women in Broxtowe experiencing domestic abuse.
• Nottinghamshire PoliceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolice force protecting public and keeping Nottinghamshire safe.
• Framework (Drug Misuse)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDrug and alcohol service helping individuals overcome problems and achieve better futures.
• Change Grow LiveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDrug and alcohol service for people under 18 with specialist family support.
• Double ImpactminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupport organization for people in recovery from addiction.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Muslim Hands: International faith-inspired NGO with grassroots UK community initiatives (a listed UITC partner). Comparable in delivery of community support services to BAME communities, though operating at a larger international scale.
• Glitch (UK): UK charity addressing online abuse and digital inequality experienced by Black women and people of colour. Overlaps with UITC's BAME advocacy focus but specialises in digital safety and online harms.

Direct peers

• Operation Black Vote: UK charity working to increase BAME political representation and civic engagement. Comparable to UITC on the advocacy/representation dimension of racial equality, though focused on democratic participation rather than community projects.
• Runnymede Trust: UK's leading independent race equality think tank producing research and policy analysis on racial inequality. Comparable to UITC in mission and BAME focus, but operates primarily as a research/advocacy body rather than a community service deliverer.
• Race Equality Foundation: UK charity delivering evidence-based policy, research, and community engagement on race equality and BAME health/social outcomes. Directly comparable to UITC's racial-equality advocacy and community-projects model, though larger and more policy-focused.
• Race on the Agenda (ROTA): London-based BAME civil society organisation supporting BAME-led community groups and advocating on race equality. Closely comparable to UITC in BAME community-development and partnership-brokering role, though London-focused.
• Equal Group: UK B2B EDI consultancy and training provider serving corporate clients with diversity strategy, recruitment, and training. Directly comparable to UITC's consultancy services portfolio, but a more commercially focused EDI consultancy.

Broad incumbents

• Business in the Community (BITC): UK Royal Charter charity running the UK's largest corporate equality and inclusion membership programme (including the Race at Work Charter). Compared to UITC, BITC is a much larger, broader-incumbent version of the same EDI/workforce diversity proposition.
• Citizens UK: UK broad-based community organising coalition (Clive Foster is a trustee). Comparable to UITC in community-organising model working to give voice to marginalised communities, but operates at much larger national scale.

Regional players

• Nottingham Black Achievers: Local Nottingham organisation celebrating Black community achievement (UITC's Clive Foster has been an award recipient). Regional peer operating in the same BAME community space in Nottingham.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/couitc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/unity-in-the-community-cic

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Unity In The Community CIC