Difference Valuing Events 2016

session aims: 8 explore the areas of equality and diversity – both in the workplace and service delivery 8 examine why this area is important for all group employees, managers and board members 8 examine both your legal and statutory responsibilities

8 explore the current and future session aims: 8 explore the current and future implications of The Equality Act 2010 8 examine the areas of prejudice, stereotyping and exclusion 8 analyse a number of workplace case studies and their outcomes

session aims: 8 explore the importance of challenging both inappropriate behaviour and language within the group 8 have some fun whilst we learn

believe model behaviour empathy inclusion legislation end prejudice value difference examine language

What is equality and diversity ? Equality can be defined as affording equality of opportunity to all people. Additionally, people who one or more of nine specific characteristics (e.g. Gender, Race and Disability) must be given equality of opportunity in accordance with discrimination legislation. Diversity can be defined as recognising and embracing the differences that exist amongst people both inside and outside of the legal framework

8 personal and corporate responsibility for legislative compliance Why is equality and diversity important to us ? 8 personal and corporate responsibility for legislative compliance 8 reflective of changing profile, expectations and social attitudes of the UK population 8 desire to deliver an inclusive service 8 external audit requirements 8 core value of the group

History of Equality and Diversity 1975 - 2016 Birth of Equality Legislation (Race & Gender) 1970’s Era of Compliance & Equal Ops Training 1980’s 1990’s Changing Beliefs (Race and Gender) 2000 - Proactive Measures, EU Influences

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