Equality, Diversity, Discrimination and Inclusion

"There are approximately 8.6 million disabled people in the UK - over 15%

of the population"

Aims and objectives• By the end of the session learners will be

able to;– Define equality, diversity, discrimination and

inclusion– Identify legislations related to Equality,

Diversity, Discrimination and Inclusion– Identify stereotyping in working practices– Know how to deal with inequality,

discrimination, lack of diversity or lack of inclusion.

Activity• Finish these statements (be honest but respectful of

those in the room with you!)

– Police officers are......................

– Teenagers are............................

– Nurses are..................................

– Social Workers are......................

– Men always................................

– Politicians never..........................

– Americans are.............................

In groups:

Develop a definition of:

• Equality• Diversity• Inclusion• Discrimination

And then provide an example of each from practice

EqualityDefinition

Equality recognises that: Inequality exists and that

discrimination needs to be tackled

Employment and services should be accessible to all

Everyone should be treated fairly

Everyone has individual needs and the right to have those needs respected

Examples in practice

• Having individualised daily plans

• Meeting individuals dietary needs

• Ensuring access to services is fair such as social groups, community activities.

DiversityDefinition• Diversity recognises

that:

It is “the mosaic of individuals and groups with varying backgrounds, experiences, styles, perceptions, values and beliefs”

Everybody is different – where there are two people there is diversity

We need to understand, value, and respect those differences

Examples in practice

• Giving people choice

• Having person centred approaches to choosing activities

• Taking into account ALL cultural, religious and gender and ethnicity factors

DiscriminationDefinition

Unfair treatment of one person or group.

Direct• Direct Discrimination: treating

someone less favourably because of their sex, disability, race, sexual orientation, age of religion/belief.

Indirect• Indirect discrimination: A policy or

practice which puts an individual or group at a disadvantage compared to others.

Positive discrimination • is where one person is favoured

over another because they are from an under represented group.

Example in practice

Direct• Refusing someone a promotion

because of their sexual orientation.

Indirect• A uniform policy which states that

all female employees must wear knee length skirts – this would indirectly discriminate against employees holding certain religious beliefs as they would be unable to comply with this rule.

Effects of discrimination

Who EffectsIndividual who is discriminated against

Their families

Wider society

Those who discriminate

InclusionDefinition

• “Inclusion is a sense of belonging: feeling respected, valued for who you are; feeling a level of supportive energy and commitment from others so than you can do your best work.”– Miller, Frederick A. and Katz,

Judith H. 2002.

Examples in practice

• Involving all individuals in service provision

• Ensuring access to services and facilities that meet both the needs of the individual and the individuals preferences.

• Respecting individuals choice.

BARRIERS TO INCLUSION

Barriers to Inclusion

• Negative attitudes - Lack of understanding • Poor physical access • Lack of suitable facilities • Inappropriate formats of information • Inappropriate methods of communication • Lack of opportunities in employment - or

level of role• Lack of opportunities for social inclusion

Legislation

Legislation in Social Care

• The Equality Act (2010) From 1 October 2010, the Equality Act replaced most of the

Disability Discrimination Act (DDA).

• The Human Rights Act (1998) Human rights are ideals but they can be restricted- i.e. right

to freedom can be restricted if you are convicted of a crime.

• The essential standards of quality and safety CQC guidance and recommendations for all care services

applicable from October 2010

• Code of Practice for Social Care Workers 6 standards required to be undertake and upheld by social

care workers.

The Equalities Act 2010

The Equality Act became law in

October 2010. It replaces previous

Legislation (such as the Race

Relations Act 1976 and the

Disability Discrimination Act 1995)

and ensures consistency in what

you need to do to make your

workplace a fair environment and to

comply with the law. It now covers

the following areas:

1. Age

2. Disability

3. Gender reassignment

4. Marriage and civil partnership

5. Pregnancy and maternity

6. Race

7. Religion and belief

8. Sex

9. Sexual orientation

Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and challenging discrimination

• How can we/do we do this?

Delivering culturally sensitive healthcare

Factors to consider-• Finding out about a clients culture, ethnic background & language as early as possible • Promote translation & interpretation services • Meet dietary needs • Arrange same sex examinations if necessary & ensure privacy • Washing/ Bathing- include water containers in all toilet cubicles • Ensure you are have a variety of multi-faith resources

Our beliefsDefine and give an example of your own

Think how these can then come into conflict with your service users own beliefs, preferences and heritage.

Personal preference;

Attitude;

Heritage;

Beliefs;

Reflective account

To write reflectively you need to;– Think of an example from your own beliefs,

preferences and heritage; i.e. smoking, drinking

– Think about how this might conflict with your service user beliefs

– Write about how you have managed this in your working practice.