"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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Forgiveness When somebody or something makes you unhappy, you have two choices. You can dwell on hurtful events and situations, or you can accept what has happened and focus on moving forward. It’s easy to hold onto resentment, but studies show that forgiveness can lead to a range of health benefits. These include healthier relationships, […]
Today is International Literacy Day! Roughly 12 percent of the world’s population is considered functionally illiterate, with only basic or below average literacy levels in their native languages. What’s more – 781 million people worldwide cannot read or write at all, including 126 million youth.* Functional illiteracy is not just a problem limited to developing […]
International Day of Charity is the natural day to think about how we can support people who are less fortunate. Donating to charity is the most immediate way to help improve life for others, but not everyone has the money to spend. The good news is that money isn’t the only way you can make […]
International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is intended to raise awareness of the tragedy of the slave trade, and encourage collective consideration of the historic causes, the methods and the consequences of this tragedy. Slavery in Africa existed before the arrival of Europeans; however their arrival transformed the way in […]
Wondering how to make new friends? There are a whole host of reasons why you might be looking to make some new friends. As people pack up and move on to wherever the next opportunity takes them, you might find yourself a victim of circumstance in a new area. You might feel you have grown […]
To describe current global displacement levels as indicative of a ‘refugee crisis’ would be an incredible understatement. Nearly 34,000 people are forcibly displaced every day as a result of conflict or persecution; and we are currently witnessing the highest levels of displacement on record. An unprecedented 65.3 million people around the world have been forced […]
Learning Disability Week 2017 is a welcome opportunity to come together to celebrate the achievements of people with learning disabilities. NHS figures estimate that around 1.5m people in the UK have a learning disability. This year’s theme is employment; around 8 in 10 working age people with a learning disability have a mild or moderate learning disability, […]
What are new psychoactive substances and how can they influence our health? Often incorrectly referred to as ‘legal highs’, new psychoactive substances are chemical substances which produce similar symptoms to illegal drugs such as cocaine, cannabis and ecstasy. The UK had the highest rate of legal high purchases in 2015 of any country surveyed in […]
Bereavement is the time we spend adjusting to loss. Losing a loved one is emotionally devastating and it is normal to find it hard to adjust to life without them. It is important to remember that there is no right or wrong way to feel when you’re grieving. Some people might lash out, others may […]
Congratulations to Laura Kemp and Claire Edgington for being joint winners of our May Equality and Diversity competition in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week. During May, the College invited students and staff to submit a piece of work to help raise awareness of mental health. The winning entries consisted of a thought provoking poem […]