Champion Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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Champion Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 1. Understand diversity, equality and inclusion in own area of responsibility 1.2 Explain models of practice that underpin equality ,diversity and inclusion in own area of responsibility As a Senior Support Worker at Whitworth Lodge I have a responsibility to everyone within my care which includes Clients, Clients families, volunteers and staff to ensure that they are treated equally and fairly and to promote a Centre where people can freely participate with an equal status keeping in mind the Equality Act 2010 which covers many elements such as religion or beliefs, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, maternity, sex, marriage and civil partnerships. There are many other issues which may cause exclusion and discrimination issues such as physical appearance, the cleanliness of a person (which I sometimes come across in Home Care) due to neglect and living alone. My role is to ensure that all people whom I deal with will be dealt with dignity and respect and I will strive to provide an environment where all people feel a sense of belonging and inclusion whilst recognising that each person is unique and that specific individual needs are met and maintained. This in turn will allow everyone which I deal with to feel valued and included. I always provide feedback on good practice which shows others and encourages my team to maintain equality and diversity and I aim to lead by example. All clients that we care for are usually vulnerable in some way or another. Understanding my role can have a direct impact on promoting equality, diversion and inclusion. Discrimination is not tolerated by Whitworth Lodge who has many policies and procedures in place which are regularly discussed within staff meetings. Staff awareness and training is a necessity to ensure all staff are up to date

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