This online Equality, Diversity and Inclusion course examines EDI concepts and outlines what employees and employers must do to create a fair, inclusive workplace.
The course addresses discrimination and unconscious bias, helping staff to comply with legislation, avoid conflict and build stronger teams.
Legislation makes it necessary for employers to promote equal opportunities and encourage diversity in the workforce. Workplace and customer attitudes are changing too. More people are choosing organisations that prioritise EDI.
Research also shows that diverse and inclusive teams consistently surpass less diverse counterparts. This outperformance includes better decision-making, more innovative thinking and overall achievement.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training supports compliance and lets employers create fairer workplaces. Organisations can meet the evolving expectations of stakeholders and tap into the competitive advantages of diversity and inclusion.
Employers must comply with the Equality Act 2010 to promote fairness and protect workers from unfair treatment. The Equality Act prohibits direct or indirect discrimination based on nine protected characteristics:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment (either completed or ongoing)
- Marriage or civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Race
- Religion or beliefs
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
The Equality Act also protects against workplace harassment – unwanted behaviour that makes someone feel intimidated, degraded or offended.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training helps employers and employees understand and respect protected characteristics. It also explains how to distinguish bullying, harassment and discrimination. This knowledge lets staff act accordingly and tackle harmful or unlawful workplace behaviour.
