Communications Officer

Health

Working in partnership with Sandwell PCT to identify, assess and monitor functions and policies that impact on equality and community cohesion. Ensuring the PCT and services commission by the PCT fulfill their responsibility under the equality Act 2010, to act as an advocate for all individuals and groups enabling all communities to have a voice …

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Useful links

Kick It Out works throughout the football, educational and community sectors to challenge discrimination, encourage inclusive practices and work for positive change. AABRS is an insolvency organisation that provides help and advice. They have a dedicated page (https://www.aabrs.com/business-resources-for-people-with-disabilities/) about useful resources for disabled people. The guide includes resources you can utilise in the UK, USA, …

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Harassment & Discrimination Tackling

The RES Harassment and Discrimination team offer free advice, information and support for all members of the borough of Sandwell who have experienced harassment or discrimination. The Harassment and Discrimination Team are available to draft letters on clients’ behalf, offer assistance and advice with form filling, assist with the preparation of case papers, liaise with …

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Empowering Women

Rights & Equality Sandwell is working to develop a women’s empowerment group so that all women feel safe. We were approached by a group of Sikh women from Guru Nanak Gurudwara in Smethwick. Initial discussions have taken with some women’s groups, and the feedback has been very promising. We will be working with the groups …

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Definition of Diversity

The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique and recognizing our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies. It is the exploration of these differences in a safe, …

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What is FGM?

FGM stands for Female Genital Mutilation in which a procedure occurs that involves the female genitals, changed or injured due to no medical reasoning. Here are 10 facts about FGM: FGM is often carried out on young girls usually before the start of puberty. It is classed as child abuse FGM is illegal to be …

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