Equality, Diveristy And Inclusion (w25)

Question 1

What’s is equality ?

Answer 1

making sure that people, or groups of people, are not treated less favourably because of their protected characteristic.

Question 2

What is diversity ?

Answer 2

recognising, respecting and valuing everyone as an individual.

Question 3

What s inclusion ?

Answer 3

a sense of belonging where everyone feels welcomed and valued.

Question 4

What is bias ?

Answer 4

an inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group, especially in a way that is closed-minded or unfair

Question 5

What us cultural competence ?

Answer 5

an ability to understand and interact with people in a way that recognises and respects diversity and cultural difference, including values, beliefs and behaviours.

Question 6

What is intersectionalities ?

Answer 6

recognising that multiple issues and identities – and therefore levels of discrimination – can overlap

Question 7

What is unlawful discrimination ?

Answer 7

treating a person unfairly because of their protected characteristics. Positive discrimination is the act of treating someone more favourably because of a protected characteristic and is unlawful under the Equality Act.

Question 8

What are the 9 protected characteristics that come under ‘The Equality Act 2010’ ?

Answer 8

1) Age,
2) Disability,
3) Gender Reassignment,
4) Marriage or Civil Partnership,
5) PregnancyandMaternity,
6) Race,
7) Religion or Belief,
8) Sexual Orientation,
9) Sex.