EDI Core Policy Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is the purpose of the Equality Act (2010)?
To protect individuals from discrimination based on specific characteristics.
List the protected characteristics under the Equality Act (2010).
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage and civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
What does the NHS equality, diversity and inclusion improvement plan aim to address?
Prejudice and discrimination against certain groups within the NHS workforce.
True or False: The NHS equality, diversity and inclusion improvement plan provides clear implementation steps.
False
What is emphasized as important in the Department of Health and Social Care (2018) report?
Cultural competency in clinical practice.
What does the Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES) focus on?
Monitoring diversity and identifying disparities in recruitment, retention, and career progression among BME staff.
Fill in the blank: The WRES 2023 report found that _____ of the workforce across NHS trusts in England were of a black and minority ethnic (BME) background.
26.4%
What percentage of BME staff experienced bullying, harassment, or abuse from other staff in the preceding year?
27.6%
What is a key barrier to access highlighted by the BPS APPTS Project?
Limited resources and geographical limitations.
What is the role of the BPS regarding racial injustice?
To value diversity and combat inequity.
What is a significant impact of COVID-19 mentioned in the BPS statement?
Exacerbation of existing inequalities affecting Black and minority ethnic groups.
What should registrants understand and apply in their practice according to HCPC EDI guidelines?
Equality legislation.
What is emphasized as a proactive approach in the updated HCPC standards?
Active implementation of EDI principles.
What does the HCPC state about empowering service users?
Practitioners must empower service users to maintain their own health and wellbeing.
True or False: The WRES report indicates that white applicants are less likely to be appointed from shortlisting compared to BME applicants.
False
What is the focus of tailored interventions in mental health services?
Addressing the specific mental health needs of different ethnic groups.
What is one of the goals of the NHS improvement plan?
Facilitating social mobility in the communities served.
What does the EDI strategy in APPTS include?
- Identifying barriers to access
- Developing action plans
- Involving service users
What is required for consent before providing care according to HCPC guidelines?
Valid, voluntary, and informed consent.
