The Element of Inclusion

Why the Equality Act Doesn’t Create Inclusion

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15 years ago the Equality Act was introduced in the UK.

And unlike most people, I actually bothered to read it.

Key Topics Covered in This Episode:

  1. Why people misunderstand the Equality Act
  2. Why it has limited impact
  3. Why it created an industry people hated

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    Key Takeaways from This Episode:

    1. The Equality Act wasn’t meant to create inclusion, it was meant to prevent discrimination.
      • “It was designed to create minimum standards of legal protection. Not a roadmap for building inclusive cultures.”
      • You can comply with the law and still fail your people.
        • “I’ve heard people say that they’re following the rules but their culture hasn’t changed.”
        • Real inclusion needs leadership not legislation.
          • “All the real impact comes from proactive leadership, not passive compliance.”

            • Check out these resources:

            • Equality Act 2010 
              • EHRC Gender Pay Gap Reporting Update – GOV.UK

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