98 CU224 Equality and Diversity Level | 3 | Credit value | 6 | GLH | 25 |
Unit summary The aim of this unit is to enable learners to understand how to promote equality and value diversity. Learners will also understand how to work with others to do this and review the contribution of their own practice. Learning outcomes | Assessment criteria | The learner will: | The learner can: | 1 | Understand the key features of a culture which promotes equality and values diversity | 1.1 | Define the meanings of equality and diversity in the UK context | | | 1.2 | Identify the benefits of promoting equality and diversity for individual learners | | | 1.3 | Explain the impact of forms of inequality and discrimination on 1.4 Outline legislation, employment regulations and codes of practice relevant to the promotion of equality and valuing of diversity
Equality Act 2010
The Act will simplify, strengthen and harmonies the current legislation to provides a new discrimination law which protects individuals from unfair treatment and promotes a fair and more equal society.
The nine main pieces of legislation that have merged are: * the Equal Pay Act 1970 * the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 * the Race Relations Act 1976 * the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 * the Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003 * the Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003 * the Employment Equality (Sexual Orientation) Regulations 2003 * the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 * the Equality Act 2006, Part 2 * the Equality Act (Sexual Orientation) Regulations 2007
It is against the law to discriminate against anyone because of: Age Being or becoming a transsexual person Being married or in a civil partnership Being pregnant or having a child Disability Race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin Religion, belief or lack of religion/belief sex Sexual orientation These are called ‘protected characteristics’.
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity Unit 1: Exploring Equality and Diversity Assessment You should use this file to complete your Assessment. · The first thing you need to do is save a copy of this document, either onto your computer or a disk · Then work through your Assessment, remembering to save your work regularly · When you’ve finished, print out a copy to keep for reference · Then, go to www.vision2learn.com and send your completed Assessment to your tutor via your…
Equality and Diversity Essay Name: Tutor: Class: Word Count: 719 Itroduction This essay will contain information on legislation such as The Data Protection Act 1998 and The Equality Act 2010. It will also explain the different types of discrimination and some examples of these types of discrimination within a care setting. Main Section When assisting a service user with care you must insure you do not discriminate in any way. The Equality Act…
views of themselves. * Communities and whole societies having greater conflict and being less efficient and harmonious. * Communities and societies built on hatred and contempt. BENEFITS OF DIVERSITY * It can give people a wide range of experiences and opportunities. * The diversity brings new and different products and services. * There is also scope for a wider variety of friendships and relationships. * On many occasions, diverse qualities come together and create something…
Encouraging, we are positive to each other. Mum – Amiable, we always make a good first impression. 6. Define the term ‘diversity’. People are not alike. Everyone is different. Diversity consists of visible and non-visible factors, which include personal characteristics such as background, culture, personality and work-style. 7. Explain what is meant by equality in the UK. Equality in the UK means that everyone is valued as individuals. It also means that everyone has equal rights. 8. Describe…
1. What is meant by diversity? Diversity means different and varied. Diversity characterises the society that we live in through race, belief, culture physical appearance, mental capabilities… 2. Describe the community you live in. Highlight some of the variations you may observe in terms of: • Interests: .There is a wide variety of interests as sports, cinema, reading, watching tv, travelling. • Beliefs : There is a Christian Church, a Methodist Church, an Anglican Church and a…
using the correct terminology. Connect each with an appropriate legislation, charter or rights, giving brief explanation of how it protects individuals and society. Promotion of equality The Human And Equality Rights Commission says that “The act that suits this legislation the most is the Equality Act 2010. The Equality Act was introduced in October of the year 2010. The act provides a modern, single legal framework with clear, streamlined law to more effectively tackle disadvantage and discrimination…
relation to equality and diversity within the Organisation and when interacting with clients and suppliers. I understand the difficulties which may occur when inequality and inappropriate behaviours manifest within the workplace. My role within XXXXX is that of a Training Manager for a team of 6 field staff who come into contact with internal and external parties on a day to day basis. The Organisational Policy on Equality and Diversity The Organisation’s policy on equality and diversity is available…
P1- Rosie Emmett Diversity- the world would be a better place if everyone was treated equally even though they are different. Everyone is going to be different from another person, within personality, race, gender, sexuality, looks and appearance. Diversity is the understanding that everyone is different and unique from the next person no one is the same as the next person and everyone is different in one way or another. If everyone believed in diversity it would stop bullying and making people feel…
Equality and diversity Cathie Jones Unit 2 By Sarah Lamb P1: Explain the concepts of equality, diversity and right in relation to health and social care. Equality – being equal, especially in rights, status or opportunities. All individuals should be treated equally, and there are laws in place to ensure this happens. In accordance with the law, organisations have equality policies to ensure that everyone is treated equally. Diversity - means accepting and respecting differences. This…
power point I will be explaining what the concept is of Equality, diversity and rights and relate them to the health and social care setting. Slide 2- On this slide I will be explaining what Equality is and I will give an example from a health and social care setting. Equality is treating everyone the same and not singling people out due to their colour, race or scexuality. You must make sure you give everyone the same opportunities. The Equality Act replaces the previous anti-discrimination laws with…
