Equality &
Diversity Policy
Policy Statement
NOAH is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across all areas of governance, employment and service delivery.
NOAH is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to ensuring that service users, employees, volunteers, trustees, contractors and partners are treated with dignity, fairness and respect.
We comply with the Equality Act 2010 and relevant employment and safeguarding legislation. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment or victimisation.
Age
We will not discriminate because of age. Decisions relating to recruitment, employment or service access will be based on objective criteria, merit and organisational need. Any age related criteria will only be applied where lawful and objectively justified.
Sex, Gender and Gender Identity
We will not discriminate against any individual because of their sex or gender reassignment.
We are committed to ensuring fair and lawful treatment in employment and service delivery.
Disability
We recognise that disabled individuals may face barriers in employment and when accessing services.
As a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to inclusive recruitment practices, making reasonable adjustments in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, and supporting disabled employees to remain and progress in work.
We will take proactive steps, where reasonably practicable, to remove barriers to participation in employment and service delivery.
Sexual Orientation
We will not discriminate because of sexual orientation. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and lawful working and service environment.
Religion and Belief
We will not discriminate because of religion or belief, including lack of religion or belief. We respect diverse beliefs and practices, subject to health, safety and safeguarding requirements
Age
NOAH opposes all discrimination on the grounds of age and is committed to maintaining an inclusive service/workplace that does not identify or otherwise single out people based on their age.
Pregnancy and Maternity
We will not discriminate because of pregnancy, maternity or pregnancy-related illness. We are committed to ensuring fair treatment and appropriate support during pregnancy and maternity leave.
Marriage & Civil Partnership
We will not discriminate because an individual is married or in a civil partnership. Fair treatment will be maintained in employment practices.
Recruitment & Employment
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Recruitment, promotion, training, pay and progression decisions are based on objective and transparent criteria.
Part-time and fixed-term employees will not be treated less favourably than comparable full-time employees except where lawful and objectively justified.
Volunteers will be treated with dignity and provided with appropriate support and supervision relevant to their role.
Pay and Reward
We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. We will not discriminate in relation to pay, benefits, terms and conditions, access to training or career progression.
Pay decisions are subject to governance oversight and internal review processes.
Bullying, Harassment & Victimisation
We have zero tolerance for bullying, harassment or victimisation.
Concerns will be addressed promptly and fairly in accordance with our Disciplinary, Grievance, Safeguarding or Complaints procedures as appropriate.
Safeguarding & Service Delivery
We are committed to delivering services that are safe, inclusive and person-centred.
We recognise that discrimination, exploitation and modern slavery may constitute safeguarding concerns. Please refer to our Safeguarding Policy and Modern Slavery & Exploitation Statement.
Reporting Concerns
Concerns may be raised through:
· Line management
· Grievance procedures
· Whistleblowing policy
· Safeguarding procedures
Reports will be handled sensitively and without retaliation.
This policy applies to trustees, employees, volunteers, contractors and partners and informs how we deliver services to service users and the wider public.
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