"Equality and Diversity" is a concept and a set of principles aimed at promoting fairness, inclusivity, and equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background, characteristics, or circumstances.
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It’s never too late to learn a new skill, and there’s no better time to see what events and taster sessions are happening near you, than during Adult Learner’s Week between 13th and 19th June. Adult Learners’ Week completes the two month celebration of learning with a national awards ceremony, a reception in Parliament, regional […]
The Gypsy, Roma Traveller History Month runs from the 1st – 30th June 2015. It aims to raise awareness of these communities and their valuable contributions to our society and to offset the negative stereotyping and prejudice that have led to the situation where; Gypsies, Roma and Travellers are the largest ethnic minority community in […]
With the majority of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses coming from a white British background, the first of the Vet Futures Group, a consultative group which includes representatives from a range of veterinary and veterinary nursing organisations, encouraging greater diversity was identified as one of the priorities that the profession should aim to meet by […]
The term autism is used to describe all diagnoses on the autism spectrum including classic Autism, Asperger syndrome and high-functioning Autism. Below are some facts and statistics on Autism: Autism is much more common than many people think. There are around 700,000 people in the UK with autism Autism doesn’t just affect children. Children with […]
Age: There are 10.3 million people aged over 65 in the UK today – this will rise to 12.5 million by 2020. Disability: There are over 11 million people with a limiting long-term illness, impairment or disability in the UK. The prevalence of disability rises with age. Around 6 per cent of children are disabled, […]