Equality Policy
Reid-Howie Associates undertakes evaluation and research work for a range of clients and strives to promote equality both in the service which is delivered and in working with subcontracted staff. The company has no links with any political or religious groups.
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Reid-Howie Associates recognises that individuals and groups in society are discriminated against on the basis of a range of inappropriate factors, such as race, gender, disability, religion, marital status, age and sexuality. Reid-Howie Associates is opposed to all such discrimination, direct and indirect, and committed to working to address this in all its functioning. Reid-Howie Associates will strive to prevent discrimination in both its management and the operation of the organisation. Reid-Howie Associates will not knowingly discriminate unfairly against any individual or group.
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The Directors of Reid-Howie Associates have overall responsibility for the Equality Policy. Responsibility for its implementation is shared by all of those undertaking work with and for Reid-Howie Associates.
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Reid-Howie Associates will strive to ensure that the views of disabled people, women, people from minority ethnic groups and other groups which might experience exclusion are sought and included fairly in any research which is undertaken and that these views are used to help to inform the conclusions which are reached. This requires the use of translated information and interpreters, as necessary, and the provision of material in other formats for disabled people. Where public meetings or focus groups are arranged, these will be held at venues which are suitable for people with a range of impairments, including wheelchair users. Childcare provision will also be made, as appropriate, to assist parents in participating in projects. Any other relevant arrangements which are required will also be made.
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Any recruitment/employment undertaken by Reid-Howie Associates will reflect good accepted practice to eliminate discrimination in the process. Working patterns will also reflect this policy.
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6. Use of Language / Materials
Materials and language used can create the impression that discrimination and inequality are acceptable or inevitable. Reid-Howie Associates will strive to ensure that materials and language used in all projects reflect the commitment to equality.
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Reid-Howie Associates will not tolerate harassment, discriminatory acts or discriminatory practice towards workers, subcontractors working with Reid-Howie Associates or others representing the company. This includes unwelcome comments, contact, actions or behaviours which are found offensive, and as a result of which an unpleasant or intimidating environment is created.
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The operation of Reid-Howie Associates will be reviewed regularly in terms of the Equality Policy. The policy will also be reviewed. All of those contributing to the work of Reid-Howie Associates are required to take into account the implications of their work for groups experiencing discrimination.
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