...“In 1998 Pavee Point hosted a conference entitled ‘Education without Prejudice’, to initiate discussion on diversity and equality issues relevant to the early childhood sector,which resulted in the ‘éist’ (which in English means ‘listen’) Report (2000) and Project (2001- 2004). The ‘éist’ project, funded under the Equal Opportunities Childcare Programme (EOCP) (DJELR, 2004) sub-measure 3 (Quality Improvement Programme), grew out of the realisation that early childhood practitioners did not have access to appropriate diversity and equality training and were not being adequately resourced to deal with equality issues and areas such as racism and discrimination in the early childhood setting.(cecde,pg 147)” Adults play a vital role in empowering...
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...you need to do is save a copy of this document, either onto your computer or a USB drive • 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 My Study area – make sure it is clearly marked with your name, the course title and the Unit and Assessment number. Please note that this Assessment document has 16 pages and is made up of 5 Parts. Name: Part 1: Understanding equality This section will help you to evidence Learning Outcome 1: Know the meaning of equality |Learning objective |Place in Assessment | |1.1 Define the following terms: |Question 1 Page 1 | |Equality | | |Stereotyping | | |Prejudice | | |Labelling | | |Protected characteristics ...
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...26th May 2014 Personal reflection on Equality and Diversity by Julia Hill I presently work as a NAPPI Trainer/Auditor (non-abusive psychological and physical interventions) for Elmcare. Elm care is a company who own homes where people with Learning disabilities and challenging behaviours live and they are supported as required and encouraged to live a normal as life as possible. I am responsible for delivering the training to all the staff that have any contact with the service users in any way to promote a safe working environment. Firstly I will tell you what NAPPI (non-abusive psychological and physical interventions) is about. It was established in 1995 and is a leading provider of training and consultancy in the principles of positive behaviour support. In addition to their subject specialism, the educational value of their services is central to their success. Services include direct training at three levels of intervention; onsite training, open workshop delivery and the development of trainers. I am currently trained to teach level 1 and level 2 and I will be completing the level 3 in June this year. The most important contribution is identified in their successes. A reduction in staff and service user injury, a reduction in the use of restrictive practices, and overall reduction in behaviour that challenges and increased quality of life for all. (NAPPI UK Limited). The people that I train have various levels of known education, whether it has been at school, or some...
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...Explain how care workers can actively promote anti discriminatory practice In this assignment I will be explaining the main ways of promoting anti-discriminatory practice within a work place and what professionals need to do by implementing government policies and guidelines locally by managers and employees, staff training and development, challenging work staff that demonstrate discriminatory behaviour and informing higher authorities when rules are not followed. I will give examples of these strategies taking action in a setting, why they are important and how they promote anti discriminatory practice within a health and social care setting. There are four key ethical principles and decisions in relations to health and social care. These principles and values that relate to the care sector are built from ethical principles and aim to put the individual at the heart of the care provision Justice, allowing you to be treated fairly no matter what background you come from. Autonomy, meaning you have your own choices and your choices will be respected. Beneficence, this involves risks and costs but means that the health care provider will work to benefit the patient, for example, Herceptin is a treatment to prolong the lives of people suffering with breast cancer, and this is used very regularly within hospitals on many patients, this is an action costing the NHS £30,000 per single treatment but they use this on a regular basis because...
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...These are the descriptions, understandings and different backgrounds of the following types of discriminations. If an individual is left out or disadvantaged because of one or more of these factors, then they are being discriminated against and their rights are protected under the (equality act). DISABILITIES- Disabilities is a way that people can If a health and social care setting (such as a school) does not have wheelchair access into the building or does not have access to higher floors in terms of a lift or other access, then this is discrimination. AGE- This is a process of becoming older. If an individual is disadvantaged in a job because of their age then this is discrimination. Some companies may not hire older people in their 40’s because they may not be able to carry out tasks that younger people may be able to. SOCIAL CLASS- Social class refers to the upper class, middle class and lower class. The class an individual belongs to depends on their wealth or family name/status. If an individual is being placed into a care home the type they get placed in will be determined on what they can afford. If they are of higher class, they will be able to afford a more expensive one with better facilities. SEXUALITY- This is the preferences of an individual. For example, a company may ask on an application form the sexuality of an individual and if the individual is homosexual (gay) then a company may not hire them. This could be because older generations are not always comfortable...
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...Equality, Diversity and Rights Promotion of Anti-discriminatory practice. The promotion of ant- discriminatory practice within health and social care believe that everyone have a duty and responsibility to counter discrimination. They believe in people’s right to respect in relation to their age, disability, ethnicity, gender, health, religious beliefs and sexuality. (http://www.rbkc.gov.uk/healthandsocialcare/fostering/anti-discriminatorypractice.aspx , 2015) There are three main national initiatives which cover anti discriminatory practices they are; conventions, legislations and regulations. Each of these initiatives stem from a set of legislations, regulations and a code of conduct and each of them are very important to society as they ensure that each individual is treated equally. (https://prezi.com/3e79exus9rkj/copy-of-national-initiatives-and-anti-discriminatory-practice/ , 2014) The national initiatives that are in place have influenced individuals in the health care profession to decrease the amount of discrimination that takes place, so as a member of staff that works in the health care profession you must follow the policies and procedures that have been set to ensure a standard of care is met for each individual. Legislations A legislation is a law which has been created by a governing body in order to regulate or declare a term of events. (http://www.londoneventstoolkit.co.uk/legislation/what-is-legislation/ , no date) In the UK parliament is responsible...
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...to and this means she is not getting any social life. Therefore, this piece of legislation really would help her. The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 The Disability Discrimination Act aims to end the discrimination that faces many people with disabilities. It gives people with disabilities rights in the areas of: • employment • education • access to goods, facilities and services, including larger private clubs and transport services • buying or renting land or property, including making it easier for people with disabilities to rent property and for tenants to make disability-related adaptations • functions of public bodies, for example issuing of licences The legislation requires public bodies to promote equality of opportunity for people with disabilities. This piece of legislation would...
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...copy to keep for reference * Then, go to www.vision2learn.com and send your completed Assessment to your tutor via your My Study area – make sure it is clearly marked with your name, the course title and the Unit and Assessment number. Please note that this Assessment document has 12 pages and is made up of 3 Parts. Name: James Bloom Part 1: The meaning of equality and diversity in the workplace This section will help you to evidence Learning Outcome 1: Understand the meaning of equality and diversity in the workplace. Learning objective | Place in Assessment | 1.1 Describe what equality and diversity means to organisations in relation to: * recruitment * pay * conditions * promotion opportunities | Question 1, Page 3 | 1.2 Describe the benefits to an organisation of having a diverse workforce | Question 2, Page 4 | 1.3 Describe how organisations can promote and maintain equality and diversity in the workplace | Question 3, Page 4 | 1.4 Describe the difficulties that can arise in trying to establish and maintain a diverse workplace | Question 4, Page 5 | 1.5 Describe how equality and diversity can be promoted and maintained by employees | Question 4, Page 5 | ------------------------------------------------- IF YOU ARE NOT IN EMPLOYMENT OR WORK OF ANY KIND, USE THESE CASE STUDIES TO HELP YOU ANSWER QUESTION 2 AND QUESTION 4 IN SECTION 1. IF YOU ARE IN EMPLOYMENT, YOU CAN BASE YOUR ANSWER ON THE ORGANISATION YOU WORK FOR. -------------------------------------------------...
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...OPPORTUNITIES IN THE CURRICULUM 1 Rights and Responsibilities Curriculum of Inclusion Inclusive Learning Responding To Diversity Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying Celebrating the diversity of achievement Learning Support Needs and interests of communities Respecting Diversity Beyond Europe – Encompassing World knowledge in Teaching & Learning Learner Support Skills and Knowledge for Work in the Multicultural World Differentiation of Teaching and Learning Citizenship Legal Compliance Ofsted Inspection EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN THE VOCATIONAL CURRICULUM ©Gordon Ffrench Associates Depending on the nature of the subject and the learners, it includes some or all of the following ingredients: Inclusive teaching which takes account of the diverse learning needs, styles and preferences of learners. Responsive teaching which aims to manage the learning experience in a way which empowers and validates the diverse perspectives of learners. ©Gordon Ffrench Associates 3 Anti-discriminatory teaching which teaches learners about their rights and responsibilities to each other in the classroom, the workplace and the wider society. Attitudinal teaching which fosters understanding of how stereotyped attitudes and prejudiced thinking damage relationships, hinder communication and are therefore bad for education and bad for business. Diversity teaching which acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of men and women of all backgrounds, ages, cultures, religions...
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...Advancing equality and diversity among all people is of great significance to my generation, and is essential to our success and well being. Equality is rooted in some of the largest documents and foundations of America. From the Declaration of Independence acknowledging that all men are created equal, to the Fourteenth Amendment explicitly requiring equal protection under the law, to the Civil rights act of 1964 banning discrimination due to race, color, religion, or sex. The concept of equality has existed as long as America has. Yet this concept has yet to be fully achieved for so many. Once we obtain equality, then we can proceed to fix world problems together as one people. For centuries, people of color and women have experienced full oppression and discrimination in America. Other groups such as people of minority religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and gender are discriminated and acted against with refusal of rights and violence. An overwhelming majority of Americans support equal...
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...Unit 2 Equality and Diversity Concepts in Equality and Diversity Equality – Equality is making sure that people have equal rights and opportunities. It is part of the law that every organisation has to have an equal opportunities policy, to make sure that employees have the same choices and opportunities and that no one is treated differently. For example in a nursing home, according to the equal opportunities policy, all individuals should receive the same high-quality care service, however people may be treat differently due to different cultural needs and preferences. For instance, a male care worker may not be allowed to work with a female Muslim due to her preferences and religion; however the Muslim woman will still receive the same amount of care. Equity – Equity is the definition for being fair, having justice and being impartial. It means that everyone is permitted to equal access to any service which they may require and should still get the same amount of high-quality care regardless of where they live of how they live their lives. For example, in a hospital the patients shouldn’t be treated exactly the same, however you should still be fair and offer them opportunities and choices. For instance if there was a young girl in one bed and an old man in another bed, the young girl will be treated differently than the old man due to their needs and preferences, however they will both still be treated fairly just not the same and will still receive the same amount of...
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...Equality, diversity and rights are all a part of social care. Discriminatory practice is when individuals are discriminated against during health and social care services, this can be hidden or out in the open, this is called covert abuse of power is when an individual uses a hidden power to discriminate in terms of health and social care. This can lead to professional treating individuals differently than others. Individuals in health and social care are vulnerable and so they can be mistreated, Infringement of rights is when we are not respecting individual rights and not letting them practise their religion or culture. This may then lead an individual feeling devalued and unhappy, which can then affect their health. People can be discriminated...
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...P1; Explain the concepts of equality, diversity and rights in relation to health and social care. Equality; the act of equality is everyone being treated by the same standard. In relation to health and social care everyone needs to be treated equally. The equality act protects people rights to be equal regardless of their differences, there are 116 legislations. This act protects people legally from discrimination in the work place. In health and social care this is important so that everyone can experience the same opportunities and treatment. Diversity; the term diversity is used to explain peoples differences for example; race, gender, ethnicity, age and many more. No one should feel out of place because of differences, we all have protected characteristics. There are 9 protective characteristics; * Age * Disability * Gender Reassignment * Marriage and Civil Partnership * Pregnancy and Maternity * Race * Religion or Belief * Sex * Sexual Orientation Rights; everyone has rights regardless of who they are these are referred to as human rights. These rights are protected by the human rights act and if ignored it can lead to legal prosecution. The human rights act 1998 gives people the right to; * Life * Freedom from torture and inhuman or degrading treatment * Right to liberty and security * Freedom from slavery and forced labour * Right to a fair trial * No punishment without law * Respect for...
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...In this report I will be explaining the concepts of equality, diversity and rights which relate to Health and social care. I will then go into describe discriminatory practices that are used within health and social care setting and the effects that they have on the service users. Equality Equality is treating everyone equal in rights, status and opportunities. Its about creating a more equal society, where everyone can participate and are given equal opportunities to help everyone achieve their full potential. There are laws in place to ensure that this happens. An example of this within a care home would be showing the same amount of respect to all residents within the care home, and to give them all equal opportunities. Equal opportunities is giving the same chance to help people fulfil their personal and professional skills regardless of their sexuality, culture, gender, age or social class. Opportunities are important within the health and social care setting. If everyone is not given opportunities then they are unable to progress and gain new skills or knowledge. The word opportunities means to give the same chance to each person so they are able to progress and learn new personal and professional skills. An example of opportunity within a hospital would be giving all staff the chance to go in training courses to learn new skills, techniques, or about any new discovers, so they have better knowledge. This then enables the staff to give a better derive to all...
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...Establishing Equality and Diversity in a Company Promotion Policy Introduction In this age of globalization and industrialization, the rate of women empowerment is enhancing with rapid leaps and bounds. This concept must be recognized in order to reduce the curse of gender inequality and illiteracy. Racism is still a problem in American corporations; therefore, it prevents some minority applicants from advancing in their companies. Such a situation of gender inequality and diversity is described in this essay. This essay is divided into five parts mainly highlighting the reasons of inequality in the organization that Maria worked for. It identifies the prime reasons for structural discrimination, individual discriminations, and prejudicial attitude. It highlights the reasons Maria is unfairly treated by her supervisor and also the ways to improve her communication. It includes a plan to reduce such type of misconducts within an organization to maintain gender equality and uniqueness in the future. A brief conclusion is presented at the end of this essay. Discussion Evaluation of the Scenario The company that Maria worked for refused to offer her a promotion in spite of ten years of hard work. She was told by her supervisor that this was because of her accent. He expected the employees that communicated directly with customers to speak in unaccented English. “The law forbids discrimination when it comes to any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing...
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