Principles of Diversity, equality and inclusion in adult social care settings

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Outcome 1 – Understand the importance of diversity, equality and inclusion.

1.1 – Diversity – Diversity is all about difference, everyone is different Equality – Equality is about everyone being equal and so not treated differently to someone else because of their preferences. Inclusion – Inclusion is where you ensure that there is nothing that would exclude the person to fully participate in the activity. Discrimination – Discrimination is where you give unfair treatment to someone on the basis of prejudice.

see more:key legislation relating to diversity equality inclusion and discrimination

1.2 – There are many potential effects to discrimination. It can damage a person’s self-esteem and possibly lose their sense of identity. They could also be made to experience anger, humiliation, frustration and hopelessness when subjected to discrimination.

1.3 – Inclusive practice is important in promoting equality and supporting diversity. This is because it helps to provide the support people need so as to live their life to the full by asking the question of what changes need to be made so that this person can participate in the task at hand or outing being arranged.

Outcome 2 – Understand how to work in an inclusive way.

2.1 – There are key legislation and codes of practice relating to diversity, equality, inclusion and discrimination in adult social care settings. The National Minimum Standards which we have in England are watched over by the Care Quality Commission. The Codes of Practice include protecting the rights and promote the interests of people and their carers, establish and maintain the trust and confidence of people and their carers, uphold public trust and confidence in social care services, promote independence of people while protecting them from danger or harm, respect the rights of people while seeking to ensure that their behaviour does not harm themselves or other people and be accountable for the quality of one’s work and take responsibility for maintaining and improving your knowledge and skills.

The main parts of legislation that relate are; Equal Pay Act 1970, Sex Discrimination Act 1975, Race Relations Act 1976, Disability Discrimination Acts 1995 and 2005, Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001, Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) and (Sexual Orientation) Regulations 2003, Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006, Racial and Religious Hatred Act 2006 and Equality Act 2006.

2.2 – Not actively complying with legislation and codes of practice relating to diversity, equality, inclusion and discrimination in adult social care has a couple possible consequences. Things like being sacked are at the top end of the scale of punishments, things like disciplinary action is more likely for first time offenders.

2.3 – Our own beliefs, cultures, values and preferences may affect working practice as we tend to side towards people who share the same beliefs and values as ourselves and so unintentionally act in a more positive way compared to people who have different beliefs and values. It is always important to know and understand other people’s beliefs and values and help them to work towards them in a positive way.

2.4 – Making sure that interactions with individuals respects their beliefs, culture, values and preferences is important. The workplace is a setting which diversity and difference is acknowledged and respected and so unacceptable behaviour is not acceptable. You should always try to recognise our own prejudices and make yourself aware of your own beliefs and values and those of everyone else so that interaction will be made easier with no disrespect given.

2.5 – Inclusive practice is where you ensure that there is nothing that would exclude the person to fully participate in the activity. Practice which excludes an individual is when the individual is prevented from participating in an activity.

Outcome 3 – Understand how to raise awareness of diversity, equality and inclusion.

3.1 – You can challenge discrimination in a way that promotes change by making sure you know your rights, your client’s rights and also make sure that the client knows them as well, as you won’t be there all of the time and they will be able to tell you if something has happened.

3.2 – You can raise awareness of diversity, equality and inclusion through either training or discussion with staff as they will learn a lot and be able to put it into everyday practice. You could also use thing like leaflets and information about the company’s policies and procedures as these will also give staff important knowledge of agreed ways of working and the consequences of malpractice.

3.3 – You are able to support others to promote diversity, equality and inclusion by giving them the power and control over their lives. You can help to support them in organizing and participating in local activities which they would like to attend. All some people need is encouragement for them to achieve their goal.