COMMUNITY RELATIONS, EQUALITY & DIVERSITY IN EDUCATION POLICY

Policy Context

Andrew Bell

Head of Community Cohesion Team

Community Relations, Equality & Diversity In Education Policy

Policy Aim: To contribute to improving relations between

communities by educating children and young people to develop self-respect and respect for others, promote equality and work to eliminate discrimination; and

By providing formal and non-formal education opportunities for them to build relationships with those of different backgrounds and traditions within the resources available.

Community Relations, Equality & Diversity In Education Policy

Premised on UN conventions, including UNCRC, and legislative requirement in S75 of NI Act

Underpins & supports delivery of minimum curriculum requirements

Links to other education and government policies, including ESAGS

Community Relations, Equality & Diversity In Education Policy

Implementation support includes:

Training & Capacity Building

Resources

Support through ELBs

Dissemination of Good Practice, incl website

Guidance, includes self assessment tool

CRED Enhancement Scheme

Community Relations, Equality & Diversity In Education Policy

Key Success Factors

Whole school approach

Quality Leadership & Management, incl BoGs, Principal & Senior Management Team

Inclusion in School Development Plan

Links to wider community