All Different, All Equal at Sussex Downs College
Sussex Downs College is committed to the equality and diversity of all its students, staff and service users. We embrace, celebrate and promote the diversity of all and guarantee fair treatment, a safe environment, respect and support for all.
Find out more about:
- Respecting Disability at SDC
- Respecting Sexual Orientation at SDC
- Respecting Gender at SDC
- Respecting Religion and Belief at SDC
- Respecting Race at SDC
- Respecting Age at SDC
Equality and diversity policies and equality objectives
- Sussex Downs College Equality Objectives
- Equality and Diversity policies
- The Equality Act
- Equality and Human Rights Commission website
- Annual Equality and Diversity Report
- Annual Equality and Diversity Report 2009-2010
- Single Equality Scheme 2011-2014
- Single Equality Scheme Action Plan 2011-2012
Equality and Diversity Newsletter
The college equality and diversity newsletter "Reflections" informs the college community of all of the excellent work undertaken by our students and staff in and around Equality and Diversity. It provides information about upcoming activities and events and promote and enhance our work in this area.
Reflections (First Edition)
Reflections (Second Edition)
Reflections (Third Edition)
Sussex Downs College Diversity Calendar 2012
This calendar includes over 200 important diversity dates including holy days, international events and festivals
Sussex Downs College Diversity Calendar 2012
This calendar includes over 200 important diversity dates including holy days, international events and festivals
Equality and Diversity Steering Group
The College Equality and Diversity Steering Group has an active cross-college membership comprising union, staff and student representatives at all levels, including senior management and representation from the Corporation. The group meets on a termly basis and is responsible for setting and monitoring equality and diversity priorities for the College, including priorities arising from the new Equality Act and Ofsted Inspection Framework. Its responsibilities, among others, include the communication and promotion of equality and diversity issues and setting standards for monitoring and evaluating the progress of the College’s equality and diversity activities.
Equality Groups
The College has in place four equality groups (Staff LGBT Group, Mutlifaith Group, Disability Group, Ethnicity Group). The groups meet on a half termly basis and exist to provide members with a forum to discuss issues, offer peer support, forward recommendations to College management and contribute to the College Single Equality Scheme action plan. For more information about each group please click on links below.
Equality and Diversity Calendar for 2013
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Where to go for more information
If you would like further information about equality and diversity at Sussex Downs College or you would like to get more involved please contact:
Mary Howarth, College Equality and Diversity Adviser
Tel: (01323) 637201 / (01273) 402201
Email: equality@sussexdowns.ac.uk
Where to go for more support
If you are a student and have any concerns about equality issues, or you feel that you are being discriminated against or bullied in any way you should speak in the first instance to your Personal Tutor, or a trusted member of staff.
You can also contact our safeguarding team if you need help or advice
If you are an employee and have any concerns about equality issues, or you feel that you are being discriminated against or bullied in any way you should speak in the first instance to your line manager. If you are unable to speak to your line manager you should contact a more senior manager or speak to Human Resources.
See also: Every Student Matters
Accreditations and Memberships
We are a ‘two ticks’ disability employer, which means that we are positive about disabled people and have made commitments to employ, retain and develop the abilities of disabled staff.
We are part of the Network for Black Professionals. Visit the NBP Website for more information.
We have recently signed up to become a Mindful Employer, making a commitment to support staff with mental health problems.
The College is a member of the Women’s Leadership Network which aims to develop a dynamic and influential network of women leaders, to promote equality of opportunity throughout the Further Education sector.
