Principles of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in adult Social Care settings. 1.1 Define what is meant by :- Diversity:- Working with individuals with a range of social, cultural, disabilities and language & ethnic backgrounds. Each individual should be treated fairly & equally. Equality:- To treat the individuals fairly & equally, making sure the person is given the best care & treatment, & to make their own decisions to the best of their ability, also in line with their own interests. As the carer, we should inform & support the individual.
If in society our actions went deeper than just acceptance of individual’s differences but welcomed them we can create an environment in which everybody feels valued. The meaning of equality is ensuring individuals or groups of individuals are treated fairly and equally and no less favourably, specific to their needs, including areas of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation and age. Equality means that everyone is being treated the same, but different people have different needs so individuality should be taken into account. Equality is about making sure people are treated fairly and have access to equality of opportunity. Equal opportunities are safeguarded by the Equality Act 2010 and the Human Rights Act 1998.
Equality, Diversity and Rights within a Health and Social Care setting. In this essay, I will explain Equality, Diversity, and out Rights as human beings, I will also talk about how these things can affect us as individuals, and also how they can affect our communities. Equality is when all people are treated fairly and have the same value as others, however, this does not mean that everyone should be treated the exact same. With equality we have to recognise that different people have different needs. According to Stretch B’ and Whitehouse M’ ‘The word ‘equality’ is often linked to ‘opportunity’.
Unit 33 - Principles of diversity, equality and inclusion in adult social care settings 1.1 Explain what is meant by a) Diversity Diversity is about valuing individual difference. The concept of diversity includes acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies. b) Equality Equality is about making sure people are treated fairly and given fair chances.
Diversity is about recognising and valuing those differences. Diversity therefore consists of viable and non-viable factors,which include personal characteristics such as background,culture,personality,and work style in addition to the characteristics that are protected under the discrimination legislation in terms of race,disability,gender,religion and belief,sexual orientation and age. Equality- Equality is about creating a fairer society,where everyone can participate and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential ,equality means being equal in status,rights and opportunities ,no matter what their race,disability,gender,religion and beliefs,sexual orientation or age. Inclusion- Inclusion is a sense of belonging,feeling included,feeling respected,valued for who you are even if you lack some advantages,feeling a level of supportive energy and commitment from others so then you can achieve your best. Inclusion ensures everyone has access to resources,rights,goods and services,and be able to participate in activities.
1517 Introduction to Equality and Inclusion in Health, Social Care or Children’s and Young People’s Settings. 1.1 Explain what is meant by: Diversity is about difference, and a value of diversity is the richness and variety that different people bring to society. There are specific differences between people, all of the features that make each of us an individual, and there are broader, for example: appearance, gender, race, culture, ability, talent, beliefs. I must value the contributions made by my residents’ different perspectives, different ways of thinking and different approaches. Equality is assuring individuals or groups of individuals are treated fairly and equally and no less favourably specific to their needs, including areas of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation and age.
There are various pieces of legislation which have been put in place to promote equality and reduce discrimination. These include: - The Disability Discrimination Act 2005 - The Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001 - The Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000 - Racial and Religious Hatred Act 2006 - Convention on the Rights of the Child (UN, 1989) - The Human Rights Act 1998 - The Sex Discrimination Act 1975 (as amended) - Employment Equality Regulations 2003 Inclusive practice is about the attitudes, approaches and strategies taken to ensure that people are not excluded or isolated. This means welcoming people's differences and promoting equality by ensuring equal opportunities for all, most of all, aspects of diversity. Inclusive practice is about providing the
Diversity also means identifying and eliminating all forms of discrimination and putting measures into place to overcome employment disadvantage faced by equal opportunity groups. * Equality Equality means treating everyone with fairness and respect and recognizing the needs of individuals. It is the quality or state of having the same rights, social status, etc. * Inclusion Inclusion means to be fully included, to make people feel valued and respected, irrespective of ethnicity, culture, gender, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. It is about giving equal access and opportunities.
SHC 33: Promote equality and inclusion in health, social care or children’s and young people setting. 1.1 What is meant by: diversity, equality and inclusion? Diversity refers to the variety and differences between people and groups in our society. These differences need to be recognised and respected. Diversity is about acknowledging your prejudices, allowing people to be different and respecting these differences.
* Discrimination = means treating a person or group of people differently because of their race, age, sexuality, gender, ethnicity etc. 1.2 Describe how direct or indirect discrimination may occur in the work setting. * Direct discrimination may occur if an individual applies for a job but is turned down due to their disability, or if an individual is refused a promotion due to their age. * Indirect discrimination may occur if an individual has specific religious beliefs and appropriate food is not provided (halal meat or kosher) or appropriate equipment is not provided (Quran, bible). 1.3 Explain how practices that support diversity, equality, inclusion reduce the likelihood of discrimination.