UNIT 203: Principles of diversity, equality and inclusion in adult social care 1 Understand the importance of equality and inclusion 1.1- Diversity: Diversity literally means difference. Diversity recognises that though people have things in common with each other, they are also different and unique in many ways. Diversity is about recognising and valuing those differences. Diversity therefore consists of visible and non-visible factors, which include personal characteristics such as background, culture, personality and work-style in addition to the characteristics that are protected under discrimination legislation in terms of race, disability, gender, religion and belief, sexual orientation and age. By recognising and understanding our individual differences and embracing them, and moving beyond simple tolerance, we can create a productive environment in which everybody feels valued.
Principles of diversity, equality and inclusion in adult social care settings 1. 1.1 A) Diversity: Diversity literally means difference. Diversity recognises that though people have things in common with each other, they are also different and unique in many ways. Diversity is about recognising and valuing those differences. Diversity therefore consists of visible and non-visible factors, which include personal characteristics such as background, culture, personality and work-style in addition to the characteristics that are protected under discrimination legislation in terms of race, disability, gender, religion and belief, sexual orientation and age.By recognising and understanding our individual differences and embracing them, and moving beyond simple tolerance, we can create a productive environment in which everybody feels valued.
1.3 By supporting a person’s equality you are treating them as an equal and including them in all activities, you will be reducing the likelihood of discrimination. Outcome 2 Be able to work in an inclusive way 2.1 There are many legislation and codes of practice that are in place for equality, diversity and discrimination laws that are applied to my role. I ensure that I work with the race relations act 1976, racial and religious hatred act 2006,and equality act 2010, human rights act 1998. Discrimination: Disability
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.
Understand the Important of diversity, equality and inclusion 1.1 Explain what is meant by Diversity Equality Incusion Discrimination 1.2 Describe the potentinal effects of discrimination. 1.3 Explain the importance of inclusive practice in promoting equality and supporting diversity. Diversity - means difference, variety and recongnises 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. When it is used with equality it is about recongnising individual as well as group differences, treating people as indiviudals, and placing positive value on diversity.
M/602/3044 – Principles of diversity, equality and inclusion in adult social care settings 1 – Understand the importance of diversity, equality and inclusion 1.1 – Explain what is meant by diversity, equality, inclusion, discrimination Answer: Diversity is about the differences that people may have and the richness is embracing such differences. What makes us different from each other are: religion, culture or ethnic backgrounds, gender, race, appearance, ability, talent and beliefs. These differences make a person whom he or she is. Equality is giving everyone equal opportunity to participate in society, whilst taking into account the diversified need. When creating equal opportunity for the residence to participate in activities, we have to consider each residents diversified needs so that individuality would be promoted.
Inclusion is based upon the idea of allowing everyone equal access to a service regardless of gender, disability, religion i e, There are many ways to ensure that your setting adheres to its inclusion policy. What is discrimination? Discrimination is treating an individual (or group of individuals) unfairly because they belong to a group against which you have a bias. Racism is one example of discrimination, but people discriminate on basis of gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, political belief, physical disability, and all manner of other things. 1.2 The potential effects of discrimination can be different for different people.
Q1.1 Explain what is meant by * Diversity Diversity by definition is to introduce variety, to vary or to expand one’s range of services. In the context of caring is that the service user has different needs be it cultural needs and companionship. * Treating each person as an individual. * Respecting and promoting individual views, right to express his or her own identity and life style. * Responsibility of the carer not to discriminate against others on the basis that the individual’s identity lifestyle or culture is morally superior to that of others.
Unit Three 1.1 Understand the importance of equality and inclusion Diversity – Diversity to me means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies. It is the exploration of these differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. It is about understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity contained within each individual. Equality Equality to mean being equal.
Unit 38: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Dementia Care Practice 1. Understand the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion when working with individuals with dementia 1.1 Explain what is meant by: – diversity – equality – inclusion Diversity means difference. When it is used with equality, it is about recognising individual as well as group differences, treating people as individuals, and placing positive value on diversity. Diversity is about acknowledging your prejudices, allowing people to be different and respecting these differences. It is also about challenging others if necessary and speaking up for the individuals you support when they cannot speak up for themselves.