1. Introductory awareness of equality and inclusion in health and social care (adults and children and young people)

2. Learning Objectives By the end of the end of the session you will
Define equality, diversity and inclusion
State how equality and inclusion form the basis for the principles and values of health, social care and children’s and young people’s settings
Describe discriminatory attitudes and how they can affect individuals
Describe discriminatory behaviours and how these can affect individuals

3. Learning Objectives By the end of the end of the session you will
State the social and physical barriers that may prevent equality and inclusion
Describe how barriers to equality and inclusion may be overcome
Describe behaviours that may promote equality and inclusion.

4. Where are they from?

5. Primary Characteristics
Genetic characteristics are inborn and cannot be changed. They will impact on our experiences, values, assumptions and expectations throughout life. 

6. Primary Characteristics
Some primary characteristics are visible:
Age
Gender
Race/Nationality

7. Primary Characteristics
Some primary characteristics are not always visible: Equality and diversity legislation protects these primary characteristics.
Mental/Physical Ability
Sexual Orientation
Religious Beliefs

8. Secondary Characteristics
Secondary characteristics are also differences that affect our lives.
Education
Work experience
Income
Marital status
Geographic location
Parental status
Behavioural style

9. Diversity
The differences in each of us. 

10. Diversity
Diversity is about understanding that each individual is unique and recognising, accepting, respecting and celebrating individual differences.

11. Equality
Equality is treating people fairly and with mutual respect.

12. Inclusion
Inclusion is about taking deliberate action to meet the needs of different people and make everyone feel respected and able to achieve their full potential. 

13. Equality Legislation
The Equality Act 2010 requires public authorities to meet their legal duties to promote equality in everything that they do.
This law covers all aspects of equality, such as:
Equal pay
Sex discrimination
Race relations
Disability discrimination
Age, sexual orientation and religion or belief equality regulations

14. Equality and Inclusion in the Key Principles of Health and Social Care
Each of these principles positively strives to meet the needs of different people and takes deliberate action to treat people in a way that is appropriate for their needs.
Dignity
Respect
Independence
Privacy
Choice
Right
Individuality
Partnership

15. Discrimination
Discrimination is defined as distinguishing differences between things or treating someone as inferior based on their race, sex, national origin, age or other characteristics.

16. Stereotyping
Stereotyping: A fixed idea or assumption about an individual or group of people.
“All women are bad drivers ”
“All black people are fast runners”

17. Prejudice
Prejudice: any preconceived opinion or feeling whether favourable or unfavourable.
“Not employing women in roles that involve driving”
“Giving black people precedence in athletic teams”

18. Barriers Physical barriers
Physically prevent a person or group of people from accessing facilities.
Social barriers
Prevent a person from participating in events or a particular lifestyle.

19. Behaviours that May Promote Equality and Inclusion
Developing understanding of different beliefs, cultures, values and preferences
Treating people fairly regardless of age, gender, religion etc. 
Listen to and respect other people’s views, 
Do not impose your own values on others. 
Do not make assumptions
Do not discriminate

20. Finding out About Person Centred Practice
Recommended websites
Mencap - Person-centred approaches
information-professionals/person-centred-approaches
Person Centred Planning in Central Lancashire

21. Person Centred Practice
The person is at the centre of their care and support and is fully in control of their own life.
Carers should listen to the persons needs, wishes, likes and dislikes and understand the importance of meeting their needs, in a way that is right for them.
The individual will have been involved in planning and implementing the care they want and will be given all information to enable them to make informed choices.

22. Introductory awareness of equality and inclusion in health and social care (adults and children and young people)