Unit 1 Equality and Diversity

Page 5 - 1.1 - Identify the current legislation and codes of practice relevant to the promotion of equality and valuing diversity

The equality act promotes non discriminatory practice unlawful discrimination, harassment and any other acts that are prohibited. They have an equality of opportunities between people have the same protected characteristics and people who do not have the same.

UNIT 412: EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY IN HEALTH, SOCIAL CARE OR CHILDREN’S AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S SETTING

Schools have obligation to uphold good relationships between people from different backgrounds. Schools now required to have a race equality policy in place. The legislation gave powers to tackle racism by making direct or indirect discrimination illegal.

The Code of Professional Practice comes in support of all teachers as guidance to how to be a good teacher. In a continually changing society the profession of teaching is becoming more complex and important. In order to keep up with the changes, I need to ensure that I meet the highest possible standards. Following

According to the race act, it is unlawful to discriminate on the grounds of any of the protected characteristics: race, disability, gender, age, religion/belief, marriage/civil partnership, sexual orientation, pregnancy/maternity, and gender reassignment in employment, education, services and facilities. (Everyone in my class is treated fairly and equally, there is no judgement in terms of race, gender and so on, and surely make sure I enhance the confidence of pupils with low self-belief). Data Protection Act (1998) The Act was delivered to protect the rights and privacy of persons, and to ensure that data about them are not processed without their knowledge and are processed with their consent wherever possible. (I must ensure that any personal data is kept securely and no personal information is disclosed to any unauthorised third party. It is important to comply with data protection because it ensures that students' identity is not stolen and that one's details are not used for criminal

Whilst working within the education and employability sector over the the past 20 or so years the concept of equality, diversity and inclusion has developed in our sector. Each of the legislations, statutory and non-statutory requirements, education/governmental policy and guidance making its own demands on Vedas Recruitment & Training. Vedas Recruitment & Training have created policies and procedures to ensure that we prevent discrimination, harassment and bullying and deal with it effectively should it occur. Creating and communicating the policy is only the start of the process from here it must be embedded in to our practices until it becomes the

3. Explain how the variations in question 2 contribute to the diversity of the community.

It is important to promote equality and value diversity within the learning environment as everyone has the basic right to be treated fairly. Equality is about making sure people are treated fairly and given fair chances. Equality is not about treating everyone in the same way, but it recognises that their needs are met in different ways. As a teacher using the arts I choose my words of instructions carefully and have to consider everyones needs and abilities within the room when giving out instructions for tasks. For example if I am working with a group of disabled and non disabled students and I need them

Information on Slide 5 – Brody and Kennedy (2007) suggest that educators must consider the diverse abilities of each child within the class in order to recognise how the diverse range will impact on how each child learns and develops. However, they also state that it is the teachers’ responsibility to cater to the realities of their diverse classroom and catering for students from various disadvantaged groups, including socio-economic backgrounds (Brody & Kennedy, 2007 & ACARA,

All schools must have policies that are designed to reflect the rights and responsibilities of those within the school. These policies should provide guidance to staff and visitors who attend the school on ways to ensure inclusive practise is used.

Diversity Statement I am aware of challenges in education faced by, for example, people with disabilities, individuals raised in rural areas, first generation learners, international students, students from economically disadvantaged or historically underrepresented groups. I am mindful of all aspects of human differences and I recognize that what may work for some may not work for all. I have a continuing commitment to cultural diversity, tolerance, individual differences, and to provide even socially and culturally disadvantaged students an equal opportunity to learn and grow. I think it is essential to promote a culturally diverse community in which we can work, teach and learn in an atmosphere of civility and respect for the rights and believes of each other. My diverse background and experience equips me with the sensitivity I need to adapt the style and content of my teaching and mentoring according with the diversity of my students.

One action I will pursue to begin to seek familiarity with people with different backgrounds is by incorporating the knowledge I gained from the first four Ds during my interactions. I intend to begin striking up conversations with people of different backgrounds. I feel as though I can easily incorporate this into my daily life during lunch, when instead of sitting quietly and eating, I can speak to those sitting around me and enjoy the conversation that can ensue, keeping an open mind, as I enjoy my lunch. I feel as though I should naturally let the conversation flow, and let each encounter be unique, without using a preset script, or without trying to direct the conversation in a particular direction.

Having familiarized myself with this week’s assignment articles reaffirmed my belief that diversity in children learning in school is critical. It is much more prominent with adults learning in the workforce where diversity is recognized. Early childhood

Education is a very important part of society and weighs heavily on human development. It is presented to lay the foundation of knowledge and intellectual welfare for all people. However people being different physically, mentally, and emotionally brings in all types of groups. The diversity in society provides specific challenges for educators sworn to provide an equal effective educational opportunity for all they must have a plan of action to teach all students in their classroom. With more and more classes becoming inclusive educators are more likely than not to have at least one student who