Unit 2

Question 1

equality

Answer 1

a person is respected as an individual, treated fairly, given the same opportunities regardless of differences, treated accordingly to needs.

Question 2

aspects of diversity

Answer 2

race
religion
cultural differences
gender
sexuality
sexual orientation
age
family structure

Question 3

what are the benefits of understanding diversity?

Answer 3

empowerment
independence
dignity
access
inclusion
respect
opportunity
participation

Question 4

diversity

Answer 4

difference. It takes into consideration and values the things that make a persson unique. If it is valued, respect is shown to the individual.

Question 5

9 protected characteristics

Answer 5

age
gender reassignment
pregnancy and maternity
religion or belief
sexual orientation
disability
marriage and civil partnership
race
sex

Question 6

6 rights

Answer 6

consultation
confidentiality
choice
right to life
equal and fair treatment
protection from abuse and harm

Question 7

stereotypes

Answer 7

generalisation about a group of people where we give a defined set of characteristics based on appearance or our assumptions

Question 8

labelling

Answer 8

attaching something negative to an individual because they’re part of a group