Equality+diversity Flashcards
What does equality mean?
Equality mean ensuring people are treated fairly due to their own personal needs.
What does diversity mean?
Diversity means recognising and valuing that every individual is unique.
Name three ways we are diverse as a population:
1) Language
2) Style of dress
3) Religion
What are the nine protected characteristics?
1) Age
2) Sex
3) Disability’s
4) Race
5) Sexual orientation
6) Marriage or civil partnership
7) Pregnancy or maternity
8) Gender
9) Religion or belief
What does inclusion mean?
Inclusion means everyone should be able to use the same facilities, take part in the same activities and enjoying the experiences.
What does empowerment mean?
Empowerment means giving people the information and control they need to make choices.