Diversity Approach

The Supporting People's commitment to promoting equality and diversity can be found  on this document [38kb] (opens in a new window) along with the Diversity Approach action plan [19kb] (opens in a new window). We welcome all feedback and suggestions on how this approach can be improved.

Commission for Racial Equality (CRE) Code of Practice on Racial Equality in Housing

The revised Quality Assessment Framework (QAF) makes clear its expectation that providers policies will be in accordance with the Code of Practice on Racial Equality in Housing [208kb] (opens in a new window). For more information please contact the Dorset Supporting People Access and Inclusion Officer.

Transgender Experiences in the South West

Equality SW has produced a report [214kb] (opens in a new window) giving a wider understanding of life as a Transgender person in our region entitled 'Transgender Dimensions of Inequality in the South West'

LGB Recruitment

Stonewall UK's lesbian, gay and bisexual recruitment guide, 'Starting Out' is now available online by visiting the Stonewall (opens in a new window) website.

Asylum seeker housing support guide

On 29 September 2008 Shelter published a new guide aimed at asylum seekers and refugees who need information about accessing accommodation and housing support in England and Wales. For more information visit the Shelter (opens in a new window) website

The Housing Corporation - equality and diversity

See the good practice note about Housing Corporation Equality and Diversity Guidance [138kb] (opens in a new window) for more information.

New Commission for Equality and Human Rights

The Commission for Equality and Human Rights (CEHR) replaced the Commission for Racial Equality, Disability Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunities Commission.

Banning age discrimination

On 29 June 2009 the Government Equalities Office published 'Equality Bill: Making it work – ending age discrimination in services and public functions'. The document outlines further proposals for a new legal ban on harmful age discrimination, to ensure older people do not face unfair treatment when buying goods or using services. Consultation ends 30 September 2009. For more information please see the news distribution service (opens in a new window) website.

Access to justice for people with mental health issues or a learning disability

On 3 August 2009 the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) published two public policy statements. These explain how the CPS will deal with cases involving victims and witnesses who have mental health issues or a learning disability, to ensure they have access to justice. For more information please see the Crown Prosecution Service website. (opens in a new window).