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F1 has announced that all 10 teams and the FIA have signed up to the new charter.
Formula 1 has introduced a new Diversity and Inclusion charter signed by all 10 teams and the FIA, with support from The Royal Academy of Engineering and Mission 44. The charter aims to improve diversity in the historically white, male-dominated environment of grand prix racing. Additionally, every team, F1, and the FIA have set up initiatives to enhance diversity following ‘The Hamilton Commission’ report by Lewis Hamilton in 2021. This includes the launch of F1 Academy, a female junior racing championship led by Susie Wolff. The charter focuses on attracting, retaining, creating, and engaging with underrepresented groups in F1 to drive progress in the sport. F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali emphasized the importance of embracing diversity of thought to maintain elite performance and innovation in the sport. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem highlighted the need for a united effort among F1, the FIA, and the teams to diversify motor sport for continued success.
