Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Introduction

Equality & Diversity are about treating people fairly, no matter what their differences are. It is making everyone feel included, that no one experiences discrimination or prejudice. We all have a duty to treat one other with respect, and as an organisation, have the responsibility to ensure that we promote Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in every aspect of our operation – both internally and externally.

This 3 hour session will not only share legislation, duties and acts relating to Equality & Diversity, but through discussions and exercises, it will allow those who attend to bring the topic to life, sharing examples and perspectives on areas that may have once been taboo. Individuals will leave the session with personal actions based on what they feel they can do to minimise discrimination and injustice in their personal and business lives.

By the end of this training, you should be better able to:

Explain the meaning of equality and diversity, and recognise employer and employee duties in relation to equality and diversity, and inclusion
List the Nine Protected Characteristics within the Equality Act and identify legislation that supports these
Define how your organisation currently supports equality and diversity, and explore aspirations for future development
Recognise Unconscious Bias – how and when it occurs and how to mitigate any impact
Create a Personal Action Plan, recognising individual and organisational responsibilities

Course code

SEDI

Location

Varies

Duration

3 Hours, Virtual Classroom

Price

£150.00

Course Content

1. What is Equality and Diversity, and what does this mean for my organization?
2. What legislation supports Equality and Diversity, and where does this fit with the company’s vision, strategy, and objectives?
3. What practices currently exist to support this vision?
4. How do Equality and Diversity impact me as an individual and employee?
5. What is Unconscious Bias, and how does it occur?
6. What are the consequences of Unconscious Bias, and how can we mitigate them to ensure there are no adverse outcomes?
7. Personal Action Plan

Additional funding information

No One Left Behind Training Allowance
Dumfries and Galloway Local Employability partnership (Funded by the Scottish Government) are proud to be working in partnership with DG College to offer eligible individuals funding to learn new, work-related skills and training.

You can use the money to build the skills you need for a job or get some training to take your career to the next level.

And because it’s not a loan, you don’t have to pay it back.

Check if you are eligible then follow the registration process.

Are you eligible?

You must meet all of the following criteria

16 years of age or older
Resident in Dumfries and Galloway
Have the right to work and live in the UK.
Unemployed and looking to get back into work OR in employment and claiming an income-based benefit (i.e Universal Credit)

AND at least one of the following characteristics: (hyperlink to the definitions)

Parents with a child under the age of 19 (still registered in full time education)
Armed Forces Veteran
Asylum Seeker
Care Experienced
Caring responsibilities
Childcare needs
Criminal Convictions
Homeless or affected by housing inclusion.
Long Term health condition/ illness
No Limited work experience.
Refugee
Substance related conditions
Lack of Transport

If you meet the criteria, you could receive the full cost of your course fee.

Apply for your No One Left Behind Grant

To access support with the fees you must register with DG Works. Just follow the link or use the QR code. If you are already registered, please contact your Employment Key Worker for next steps.

Once you have completed the registration form and your eligibility has been checked someone from DG Works (part of Dumfries and Galloway Council) will contact you to ask you to provide the following evidence: