Unit 203 Essay

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Outcome 1 1. Explain what is meant by: 1a. Diversity Diversity is when there are lots of different types of people or things in one group. There is always going to be a very diverse group of people in health and social care settings, this is because there will be service users of different age and from different cultures and backgrounds. Understanding diversity allows people to be different to others and that being understood. 1b. Equality Some people think that equality means to treat everyone the same, this would not be right, Equality is making sure that people are treated fairly and have the same rights as other people regardless of background or culture and age, in a health and social care setting it is essential that individuality is taken in to account. 1c. Inclusion Inclusion means to include everyone no matter their age, culture or sexual orientation. It should ensure that people have the same opportunities. If a service user cant be included in something because of disability or a difference then it should be adapted so that everyone is included. 1d. Discrimination Discrimination is when a certain group of people get treated badly or less favourably than others. Discrimination occurs because of pre conceived opinions and attitudes. In the health and social care setting it is important not to let your opinion of a certain group of people affect the way you work with them. 2. Describe how direct or indirect discrimination may occur in the work setting Direct discrimination is when someone is treated unfairly due to their circumstances; an example of this could be missing out on a promotion at work because your employer thinks you are capable but chooses someone younger instead because they will be working for longer. Indirect discrimination can sometimes go unnoticed by people, rules
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