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- 1. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Level2 Core Award
- 2. To introduce equalityand diversity to those who work in the care sector, so that both equality and diversity can be promoted and discrimination reduced Disclaimer – this course does not intend to offend any individual, but looks to create open and honest discussion for the purpose of achieving the aims of the course; this may include material some may find sensitive Aim
- 3. Delegates will beable to: Define equality, diversity, inclusion and discrimination perception and stereotyping Explain how the law protects people from discrimination Define prejudice and explain how it can impact on individuals Identify where discrimination can be found in the care field Know how to promote diversity and reduce discrimination in the workplace Learning Outcomes
- 4. Equality – conditionof being equal - equal meaning of similar value or quality, being evenly balanced Diversity – differences, variety. When talking about people we are not just meaning physical differences but skills, temperament, abilities and so on Inclusion - to embrace all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, medical or other need, culture, age, religion or sexuality, allowing equal access and opportunities and getting rid of discrimination and intolerance Discrimination – unequal or unfair treatment of individuals or groups Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Discrimination
- 5. Differences that mightnot be obvious Dyslexic Colour blind Hard of hearing Epileptic Beliefs, experiences and attitudes Religion Education Family Recognising Diversity
- 6. How we findout about individual’s differences Ask them about themselves Listen to the answers Observe their behaviour Listen and try to respond to any requests or needs Recognising Diversity
- 7. Why should weembrace diversity? We all want to be accepted We need different skills in a team Workplaces are happier if everyone is accepted We work better in a team if we feel we are respected Recognising Diversity
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- 9. All elderly peopleare: Deaf Forgetful Incontinent This is not true, of course, it is a stereotype, a generalisation. We gather stereotypes from various sources including family, friends and the media Perceptions and Stereotyping
- 10. Harassment – unwantedbehaviour that causes an individual to feel uncomfortable, upset or distressed Bullying – characterised as offensive, intimidating, malicious or insulting behaviour, an abuse or misuse of power through means that undermine, humiliate, denigrate or injure the individual Prejudice - to be biased or to hold an opinion before knowing the facts, pre-judging or holding pre-conceived ideas Harassment, Bullying and Prejudice
- 11. Discrimination that couldbe experienced by workers Not being trained sufficient Not being offered shift changes as others might be Not being told about opportunities for promotion Discrimination in Care
- 12. Discrimination that couldbe experienced by service users Not being given choices Not being provided with resources Cultural / Religious needs not facilitated Lack of person centred care Discrimination in Care
- 13. When individuals experiencediscrimination or dominance they can respond in the following ways Resist – not accept what is happening, challenge the behaviour Acquiesce – Go along to get along, appear to accept Withdraw – remove themselves from the situation, not participate Discrimination in Care
- 14. To promote diversityin the workplace Advertising jobs in a variety of places in a variety of formats Making the application form understandable and accessible Ensuring that groups of people are not discriminated against by how the job description is written To avoid discrimination in the workplace Ask individuals what they like etc Listen to people’s answers and act on them Do not join in with jokes against certain groups of people ie. antilocution – negative remarks Remember to manage perception and judgement Promoting Diversity and Avoiding Discrimination
- 15. The Human RightsAct 1998 The Equality Act 2010 The Law and Equality and Diversity
- 16. The Human RightsAct 1998 - The right to..... Life Not to be tortured, also not to be treated or punished in a degrading or inhuman way Not have to do forced labour or be a slave Liberty and security of person A fair trial Freedom from retrospective penalties or laws Respect for private and family life, home and correspondence Freedom of thought, conscience and religion Freedom of expression, assembly and association Marry and have a family The Law and Equality and Diversity
- 17. Policies, procedures andcodes of practice Social Care Institute for Excellence - www.scie.org.uk Equality and Human Rights Commission - www.equalityhumanrights.com Government Equalities Office – www.equalities.gov.uk Stonewall – www.stonewall.org.uk Equality Britain – www.equalitybritain.co.uk Gender Identity Research & Education Society (GIRES) – www.gires.org.uk Healthy Minds at Work – www.healthymindsatwork.org.uk Which website you visit will depend on your query Sources of Information, Advice, Support