Why are equality, diversity and human rights very important to NHS Croydon?
Diversity moves beyond ‘equal opportunities’ and is about visible and non-visible differences, including factors such as gender, age, ethnic background, race, disability, personality and work style. It is found on the premise that harnessing these differences creates a productive environment in which everyone feels valued, where their talents are being fully utilised and in which organisational goals are met. It is a concept that embraces a broad range of people, not just those groups covered by legislation, e.g. race, disability, or age. It is a proactive rather than defensive strategy. Equality is the principle by which all persons or things under consideration are treated in the same way regardless of individual differences. Equality – ensuring that people have equal access to study and employment opportunities regardless of age, caring responsibilities, colour, disability, employment status, gender, gender identity, marital status, nationality, race, ethnic origin, religion or beli
