Fairbridges believes in and supports the principles of BEE, the empowerment of black people as defined in the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act, 53 of 2003 ("the Act"). Currently, 30% of the equity ownership of the firm is held by black people, most of whom actively participate in the management and future direction of the firm.

Fairbridges has committed itself to the transformation and integration of all persons of different race, culture, gender and religion. The firm believes and practices equal opportunity for all based on merit with an emphasis on embracing and advancing historically disadvantaged individuals.