Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Programmes

Aims: 

The course is aimed at participants who wish to broaden their understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion issues and become more effective at work. Equality, diversity and inclusion is the responsibility of everyone.

The course will explore equality, diversity and inclusion on an organisational, team/department and individual level. The emphasis will be on managers and staff having a firm grasp of equality, diversity and inclusion as a practice and process, their component parts and being integral to service planning and delivery.

The working environment offers a variety of challenges to individuals and teams as a whole. The programme aims to enhance awareness and knowledge of the diverse needs of clients in order that these are recognised in all aspects of service delivery and in the workplace. The course will examine equality, diversity and inclusion issues on a practical level and the integration of equality in all aspects of their job.

Outcomes:

• What is meant by Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
  
• The principles, policies and procedures relating to equality, diversity and inclusion.
  
• How the principles are applied to their day-to-day work activities with regards to practice, management, colleagues, clients, beneficiaries and external agencies.
  
• Terminology used in Equality and Diversity.
  
• Relevant legislation in relation to Equality and Diversity.
  
• Attitudes and perceptions which create stereotypes and the impact/limitations these impose on individuals and groups.
  
• Equality, diversity and inclusion issues with regards to discrimination, stereotyping, labelling, having preferences, sexism and ageism within the organisation.
  
• Improving and promoting best practice in equality, diversity and inclusion in their working environment.
  

The course is highly participatory in nature and combines trainer presentation, group work discussions, case studies, group work and handouts.

  

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