UNIT 422-203 Outcome 1 1. Explain what is meant by: Diversity Diversity is about recognising, valuing and taking account of people's different backgrounds, knowledge, skills, and experiences, and encouraging and using those differences to create a productive and effective educational community and workforce. Equality Equality is often defined as treating everyone the same. True equality means treating everyone differently in order to treat them the same. Inclusion The term inclusion is seen as a universal human right and aims at embracing all people irrespective of race, gender, disability, medical or other need.
Unit 4222-303 Promote equality and inclusion in health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings. Outcome 1. Understand the importance of diversity, equality and inclusion. 1.1 Explain what is meant by * Diversity – means difference and recognises that people have things in common with each other; they are also different and unique. Diversity is about recognising and valuing everyone’s culture, personality, age, race, sex, disability, gender, religion and beliefs.
Unit 303 Promote equality and inclusion in health, social care or young people's settings Diversity Each individual is unique. It is important to recognise the differences in people. Factors considered are: race ethnicity gender sexual orientation social-economics age physical ability religious beliefs political beliefs It is important that we not only recognise the differences between individuals, but that we embrace and explore them in a safe, positive and nurturing setting. Equality We must ensure that each individual person is treated fairly and no less favourably, specific to their needs, with all aspects of diversity taken into consideration. Inclusion This is a universal human right.
Diversity is about recognising differences and valuing the differences. It consist of visible and none visible factors which include the characteristics of a person such as their background, culture personality. In addition to the characteristics that are protected under the discrimination legislation in terms of race, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation and age by recognising and understanding that everyone has the right to be treated as a individual and encouraging individuals to express their individuality freely if they wish everyone who is cared for in your setting will feel valued as a individual. Equality is about creating a fairer society where everyone can participate and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential this is stated in the department of health 2004. Equality also means being equal no matter what you race, gender, age, disability, religion, cultural differences and sexual orientation.
Diversity challenges us to recognize and value all sorts of differences in order to make our environment a better place for everyone to work. | Diversity is visible and non-visible differences which include personal characteristics such as background, culture, race, personality disability, age, gender belief are religion. | Equality | Equality is about making sure people are treated fairly and given fair chances. Equality is not about treating everyone in the same way, but it recognizes that their needs are met in different ways. | Equality focuses on those areas covered by the law, Equal wages for the employees with same qualification, experience doing the same job.
Assignment 203- Principles Of Diversity, Equality And Inclusion In Adult Social Care Settings Task A- Short Answer Questions. Ai- Complete The Following Table, Describing In Your Own Words What Each Term Means. Diversity | Is the understanding that everyone is human and has rights no matter of their race, age, gender etc. These people make the world more interesting and different. | Equality | Is making sure that everyone has the equal chance to participate in everyday life to the best they can.
Unit 33; promote equality and inclusion in health care or children and young people’s settings 1.1 Explain what is meant by diversity, equality and inclusion? Equality means every individual has a right to have chances that will support their present and future life, we cannot make every child the same, because they are all equal but different from one another, we can aim to offer each child equality of opportunity suited to each individual. Inclusion means each individual should have equal opportunities; everyone should be fully included in the setting, taking into account the diversity of the individual and families. Inclusion is the process of making this happen Diversity means differences between individuals and groups of people for example; age, culture, disability (mental, learning and physical), background, ethnicity and sexual orientation etc. Diversity means treating each individual the same and not different for reasons stated above, obviously if an individual has a disability then their maybe times they need more support etc.
1.1 Explain what is meant by a) Diversity b) Equality c) Inclusion ANSWER FOR EACH a) Diversity means that by the way each is being who they are is different from de next and the things that make the difference should be embraced by the society in order to enhance peoples life. b) Equality means that each individual is valued the same within the society (having the same rights under the law, equal access to healthcare, education, social resources or housing, the same opportunities of achieving their potential), regardless of their gender, race, faith, nationality, age, sexual orientation or class. c) Inclusion means the process of improving the ability, opportunity, and dignity of people, disadvantaged on the basis of their identity, to take part in society. 1.2 Describe the potential effects of discrimination ANSWER Discrimination can cause people to have low self-esteem, low self-confidence and low social expectations that can lead to stress and depression which can reduce people's life chances, career opportunities, difficulties in communicating or co-operating with others and can have negative effects on health and well being. 1.3 Explain how inclusive practice promotes equality and supports diversity ANSWER Inclusive practice towards improving people's ability, their dignity, their self-esteem and self-confidence by accepting and embrace their differences supports diversity and leads to improved life chances and also to equal opportunities for all, which promotes equality.
Unit 203 1.1 Diversity: Understanding that each individual person is unique free from prejudice Equality: Equality is ensuring individuals are treated fairly and equally, including, race, gender, disability. Inclusion Make people feel valued and respected to be included in their care, activities and any excursions. To make feel part of family Discrimination: Discrimination is when someone treats someone else unfairly and making them inferior based on, sex, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation. 1.2 I could argue direct discrimination in my work setting as I am not allowed to care for some of the female homeowners due to my gender and age. Indirect Discrimination is when it’s about you or someone else but not obvious.
A diversity approach aims to recognise value and manage difference to enable all employees to contribute and realise their full potential. Diversity challenges us to recognise and value all sorts of differences in order to make our environment a better place for everyone to work. Equality- Equality is about making sure people are treated fairly and given fair chances. Equality is not about treating everyone in the same way, but it recognises that their needs are met in different ways. Equality focuses on those areas covered by the law, namely the key areas of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender and Age.