week 25

Question 1

equality

Answer 1

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

Question 2

diversity

Answer 2

recognising, respecting and valuing everyone as an individual

Question 3

inclusion

Answer 3

a sense of belonging where everyone feels welcomed and valued

Question 4

bias

Answer 4

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

Question 5

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

intersectionalities

Answer 6

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

Question 7

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 nine protected characteristics?

Answer 8

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