EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY POLICY

1 in 4 Revolutionaries is committed to equality, inclusivity, and diversity with all we do and everyone we are involved with. A zero-tolerance approach will be upheld to eliminate unlawful discrimination.

1 in 4 Revolutionaries will ensure that these commitments, reinforced by our values, are embedded in our day-to- day working practices.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

The purpose of the Equality, Inclusivity and Diversity Policy is to

Encourage, promote and celebrate diversity in all our activities.

Ensure equal access to services and opportunities.

Ensure compliance with legislation on discrimination and equality including Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation currently in force.

Promote equal opportunities in other areas not currently covered by legislation. Create environments free from harassment and discrimination and bullying.

Maximise the use of resources in the best interests of community members and the general-public.

Confront and challenge discrimination where and whenever it arises, whether it is between colleagues, or in any other area relating to the organisation’s work.

Ensure there is clear commitment from board members and volunteers to accept and implement this policy in their work for the group.

To promote education on our differences to support growth in understanding and tolerance through education

We will provide equality of opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination on grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, race, colour, nationality, religion, age, disability, HIV positivity, working pattern, caring responsibilities, trade union activity or political beliefs, spent criminal convictions – or any other grounds. (See protected characteristics covered by the 2010 Equality Act).

To provide education on our differences to support growth in understanding and tolerance through education and sharing of values through projects and other means.

Promoting equality of opportunity and diversity within the communities in which we work and with all our partners and workforce.

Aiming to build a robust team of volunteers and board members which reflects our customer base, within the diverse communities in which we work, with the aim of having community representation.

Encouraging recruitment from groups currently under-represented.

Treating our customers, colleagues, and the wider community fairly and with respect and kindness.

Promoting an environment free from discrimination, bullying and harassment, and tackling behaviour which breaches this in a fair but firm manner, complying with the zero-tolerance policy held.

Recognising and valuing the differences and individual contribution that people make.

Providing support and encouragement to staff/volunteers to develop and increase their contributions to 1 in 4 Revolutionaries through the enhancement of their skills and abilities.

Incorporating best practice to all our service delivery and board and volunteer policies and procedures and supporting these with appropriate training and guidance.

RESPONSIBILITY

The Committee Board and the Group Founder have overall responsibility for the effective operation of this policy. However, volunteers and any working partnerships also have a duty as part of their involvement 1 in 4 Revolutionaries to do everything they can to ensure that the policy works in practice.

This Policy Was adopted by 1 in 4 Revolutionaries on 01.02.2024. The policy is due to be revised every two years.