Equality and Diversity Policy
Introduction
Equality and diversity are not optional extras for Pollination Campaigns. They are an integral part of our business model, strategic objectives and delivery plans. The real test of our commitment to delivering equality and embracing diversity is what we actually do in practice. We however also recognise the need for a public statement so people inside and outside our company can be clear about our ethos and the standards we demand.
We recognise a genuine equal opportunities environment is a continuous process and that we must continually adapt. This statement is a living document that will be changed over time.
Company objectives
Pollination Campaigns is committed to delivering equality and embracing diversity in all our activities.
We recognise that to be successful we must;
- Reflect the communities we work within and for
- Be flexible enough to take full advantage of the skills, experience and expertise of a diverse range of people
- Treat everyone who we come in contact with, with dignity and respect
- Challenge Discrimination
It is the policy of Pollination Campaigns not to discriminate against an individual or group. Although already protected by anti discrimination legislation Pollination Campaigns reaffirms our commitment not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of their age, disability and health, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status. Pollination Campaigns will also not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of their martial status, economic or education status, trade union membership or geographical location.
Pollination Campaigns recognizes that people have multiple identities and that discrimination occurs within groups of people who are themselves discriminated against. We also will take account of the fact that some people are unable to disclose an identity for fear of further discrimination.
Language
Due to the nature of our work we are particularly mindful that communication can be used as a way of discriminating against individuals or groups. With this in mind we will, where appropriate, take steps to ensure that our company will meet the needs of
- People who do not speak English as a first language
- People with low English language literacy
- d/Deaf people who use British Sign Language or Sign Supported English
- Blind and visually impaired people who use accessible formats such as Braille, tapes or CDs
- Learning disabled people who access information through easy-read
We are happy for meetings to be conducted using translation and transcription. Pollination Campaigns is committed to the bilingual use of Welsh in public documents when working in Wales. Participants Pollination Campaigns is committed to promoting equality and reflecting diversity in our consultation, participation or involvement events. This includes meetings, events, focus groups and all other structures. Where participants are involved in decision-making, evaluation or research meetings a user involvement protocol will be developed.
This will set out
- An equality statement
- A code of conduct
- Statement of confidentiality
- Follow up / processes feedback
Implementation
Everybody working within the umbrella of Pollination Campaigns will be given a copy of this policy. It is a condition of anyone working with Pollination Campaigns that they are responsible for the implementation of this policy. Breaches of this policy will be regarded as misconduct and could lead to termination of contracts or withdrawal of agreements. Anyone who feels they have been discriminated against should raise the matter with the project manager. Initially the project manager should aim to resolve the matter informally. If they are dissatisfied with the outcome, the complaint is very serious, or the project manager is the cause of the complaint the matter should be raised with the Directors of the company.
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updated: 31/03/2008