1. City Partner Group 30 April 2015 City Partner Group 30 April 2015 Councillor Paul Dennett Strategic Assistant Mayor Humanegment and Workforce Reform Salford City Council Councillor Paul Dennett Strategic Assistant Mayor Humanegment and Workforce Reform Salford City Council

2. Our approach Develop a draft citywide Equality Strategy document and citywide action plan Consultation Agreement by partner governance arrangements and council Adoption by Salford City Partnership Equality Charter for Salford

3. Consultation / Engagement Armed Forces Forest Bank Prison GM Fire and Rescue Service GM Police GM West Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust JobCentre Plus NHS GM Clinical Support Unit NHS Salford Clinical Commissioning Group Salford City Council (inc Staff Equality Groups) Salford City Unison Salford Ethnic Minority and Traveller Achievement Service Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust Schools Trade Union Congress Unite the Union University of Manchester University of Salford Urban Vision Business Group GM Chamber of Commerce Media City / Landing Access 2 All Areas AFRUCA Churches City West Housing Trust Community Committee Chairs Europia Healthwatch Salford Integrated Engagement Board Interlink Foundation Out IN Salford Salford Community Leisure Salford CVS Salford Forum for Refugees and People Seeking Asylum Salford Disability Forum Salford Foundation Salford Interfaith Network Salford Link Salford Women’s Centre Salix Homes Unlimited Potential Wai Yin Society Yemeni Community Association Youth Council Salford City Partnership (City Partner Group) Thematic Partnerships Safeguarding Boards

4. Contents Citywide Strategy 2015 Vision Principles Context Citywide equality objectives Monitoring performance Citywide Action Plan 2015 - 2018 Joint / partnership activities Generic individual partner responsibilities Individual Partner Action Plans Partner specific activities

5. A Vision for Equality

6. Equality Vision Statement Salford is growing - with a bold ambition to become a modern global city. Our greatest asset is our people and the rich diversity of our communities. We are committed to equality, giving everyone equal chances and opportunities to live and fulfil their potential in a city where everyone feels safe and respected. Together we will celebrate our diversity which is the spirit of Salford.

7. Who does it include? Equality Act 2010 Age Disability Gender reassignment Marital or civil partnership Status Pregnancy or maternity Race Religion or belief Sex or gender Sexual orientation or identity Others Caring responsibilities In care Homeless Refugees and people seeking asylum People in and coming out of the criminal justice system People with substance misuse problems Deprivation and socio- economic status ALL who live, work and visit our city

8. Equality Objectives To achieve our Equality Vision by: 1.Removing barriers that prevent disadvantaged groups from playing a full and equal role in decision-making 2.Developing a better understanding of the diversity of our local communities, bringing people together and building a sense of belonging 3.Developing the capacity of local organisations to be more responsive to the changing population 4.Connecting residents from Salford’s diverse communities to opportunities

9. Objective 1: Removing barriers that prevent disadvantaged groups from playing a full and equal role in decision-making More efficient and coordinated services Increased influence in decision-making Improved assistance to groups representing disadvantaged communities Salford Equality Network Partnership performance management framework Equality monitoring Robust equality policies, practices and procedures Equality Charter for Salford Review of engagement Collaborative approach to funding Desired Outcome By

10. Objective 2: Developing a better understanding of the diversity of our local communities, bringing people together and building a sense of belonging Improved community cohesion, understanding and belonging Improved knowledge and awareness about our communities Community Cohesion Policy Annual Partnership report Engaging communities to improve understanding Agree priorities for future Research / engagement Desired Outcome By

11. Objective 3: Developing the capacity of local organisations to be more responsive to the diverse population More equality, diversity and culturally aware workforce and Communities Improved employment opportunities within the Workplace More representative workforce Citywide training facility Standardised training materials Partner calendar of equality events Annual workforce equality report Diverse workforce Desired Outcome By

12. Objective 4: Connecting residents from Salford’s diverse communities to opportunities More skilled population Improved opportunities to access work Improved access to services Increasing formal and informal learning opportunities Programme of support – for groups and individuals Job Clubs for disadvantaged communities Broaden the offer for apprenticeships Equal access to services Desired Outcome By

13. What next? Do you have any comments, questions or feedback? Are you in agreement that we adopt this strategy and action plan and work together to develop an Equality Charter for Salford?