Diversity In Health And Social Care

Diversity – In the literal sense the word ‘diversity’ means different. Through diversity we recognise the uniqueness of the individual and value these differences. Diversity can consist of factors which include personal characteristics such as background, culture, personality and work-style. However, certain characteristics are protected under discrimination such as gender, sexuality, religion, ethnicity, disability and age.

Diversity- recognises that all though people have thing in common they are also different in many ways. Diversity therefore consists of visible and non-visible factors which include personal characteristics such as backgrounds culture, by recognising and understanding our individual differences and embracing them we can create a productive environment in which everybody feels valued.

Diversity- celebrating differences and valuing everyone. By respecting visible and invisible differences everyone can feel valued for their contribution, beneficial for both the individual and the setting.

Diversity can be defined as ‘the state of being diverse’. Diversity literally means difference. Diversity recognises that though people have things in common with each other, they are also different and unique in many ways. Diversity is about recognising

Equality means having equal access to the too services a person needs. The centre promoted equality when Patrick Green was tested positive for HIV. Although Patrick was concerned about no longer being accepted as a member he was reassured that he will retain all access to all facilitates and wold be treated with the same courtesy. This is showing equality as Patrick will have equal access to the facilities just like everyone else who goes to the centre, and just like he would even if he didn’t test positive for HIV.

Diversity means that people are different and varied. It means that a lot of people

Equality is the concept of treating people fairly but holistically according to their needs. The martial arts club shows equality by reassuring Patrick Green that he will still be treated with the same courtesy if he is HIV positive. There is also a legal document called the Equality Act (2010), which promotes equality by covering 9 protected characteristics such as sexual orientation, disability and age.

The higher socio – economic groups are normally more likely to arrange gatherings and events, to introduce the younger generations to the variety of cultures, beliefs and values and therefore embracing them into the very community that they will shape in years to come.

* Diversity is essentially another word for different, it recognises that people are different and unique in many ways such as, personal characteristics, background, culture, personality, race, disability, gender, religion, belief, sexual orientation and age. It means recognising and understanding individual’s differences and embracing them, to allow people feel more valued.

To me diversity is the interaction between a group of people who come from all regions of the world and accept each other for being different. Interacting with someone who comes from a different background and has distinct ideas than your own, creates an exciting environment when joining forces to meet a common goal.

Diversity implies more than simply recognizing and/or enduring distinction. Diversity is an arrangement of conscious practices that include:

Diversity means to value and respect the differences and individuality of people. This means to embrace the differences between people and to treat a person’s race, culture, religious beliefs, age, sexual orientation, gender, physical and mental characteristics etc. with respect.

Diversity- The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies. It is the exploration of these differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. It is about

Diversity: The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies.

Life is like a sheet of paper, it can be tattered, cherished, shared, taken away, and burned, but surprisingly it can also be healed and observed. I have spent my life, thus far, observing other people and the way they think about various topics. One topic that is rarely discussed is the state of the people and what can be done in order to help society as a whole. I see that the people need help. Knowing this, I have aspired to become a different kind of doctor. I am one who has goals of advancing diversity in the health professions, Ideas on how to reduce health care disparity in diabetes, and is currently trying to improve health care for all.