Equal Opps Statement
NYON is committed to achieving equal opportunity in all aspects of it’s work and practices. We oppose discrimination on the grounds of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, health related reasons and all forms of discrimination, direct or indirect, which restricts or hinders the promotion of equal opportunities. NYON reserves the right to add further categories to these groups. We believe in:
- Social Equity and Justice
- Anti-discriminatory practices
- Being inclusive
- Celebrating diversity
- Individual and collective accountability, responsibility and scrutiny
- Treating and respecting all employees and volunteers equally
- Mutual personal and professional respect
NYON will develop further links with the communities it serves and seek to extend employment and educational opportunities to a wider range of people especially those from communities facing discrimination. All employees, volunteers and partners (both internal and external) of the NYON will be expected to actively support and work towards the implementation of the NYON’s equal opportunities policies and practices.
All employees and volunteers will be given equal opportunity training. All employees and volunteers will be encouraged to progress within the organisation. We are committed to a programme of action to make this policy effective.
This policy has been written for NYON after consultation with the Trustees, staff, volunteers and service users. It will be reviewed every two years or as often as required. Any changes must be agreed by the Trustees and must be recorded in the minutes.
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