Inclusive Environments

Question 1

What is an inclusive environment?

Answer 1

An environment that is designed and managed to allow people with a diverse range of needs and abilities to use it.

Must meet legislative requirements;
-Equality Act 2010

Question 2

What is the Equality Act 2010?

Answer 2

law that seeks to protect against discrimiantion and inequality.

Details 4 types of discrimination:
1. Indirect
2. Direct
3. Harassment
4. Victimisation

Cannot discriminate against potential purchasers or lessees.

Details 9 protected characteristics:
1. Sex
2. Age
3. Gender reassignment
4. Religion
5. Disability
6. Race
7. Sexual Orientation
8 Pregnancy or maternity
9. Marriage or partnership

Question 3

IE: Why is it important that to develop inclusive environments

Answer 3

To ensure they can be accessed and enjoyed by all. To prevent discrimination

Question 4

IE: What are the elements of the equality act are there?

Answer 4

Created to protect individuals from all forms of discrimination, direct, indirect, harrassment, and victimisation

Details 9 protected characteristics:
1. Sex
2. Age
3. Gender reassignment
4. Religion
5. Disability
6. Race
7. Sexual Orientation
8 Pregnancy or maternity
9. Marriage or partnership