It's certainly a broad term and one that needs unpacking and I guess if used carelessly it can cover for assumptions. On the other hand if its meaning is clear and agreed then subject to those who are 'BAME' being comfortable it remains a useful piece of professional shorthand.
My employer, or rather the national federation of which it is part, retains a BAME network. At least for now. One of my ex-managers in the Civil Service was a spokesperson and poster person for their group although I've an idea they used some other term.
I'm not sure what alternatives exist and a 'balkanised' set up of lots of minority groups and sub groups doesn't seem viable.
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