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Sexual orientation discrimination law in Northern Ireland: a short guide
- Author:
- EQUALITY COMMISSION FOR NORTHERN IRELAND
- Publisher:
- Equality Commission for Northern Ireland
- Publication year:
- 2004
- Pagination:
- 10p.
- Place of publication:
- Belfast
- Edition:
- Rev. ed.
Discrimination is not simply unfairness. To be discriminated against means to be treated less favourably than others. Sexual orientation discrimination is discrimination against people because they either have or are perceived to have a particular sexual orientation. It is unlawful to discriminate against people because they are homosexual (gay, lesbian) bisexual or heterosexual (straight). It also covers individuals who are treated less favourably than others based on incorrect assumptions about their sexual orientation and individuals who are treated less favourably because they are associated with people of a particular sexual orientation.
Lesbian, gay and bisexual people's health in the UK: a theoretical critique and systematic review
- Authors:
- MEADS Catherine, CARMONA Chris, KELLY Michael P.
- Journal article citation:
- Diversity and Equality in Health and Care, 9(1), 2012, pp.19-32.
- Publisher:
- Insight Medical Publishing
Around 6% of the UK population are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT). This paper reports on a systematic review of research into LGBT people's physical and mental health, to determine whether their health is similar or different to that of other members of the population. Database and internet searches were used to identify research conducted in the UK and published between 2000 and 2008 which included one or more measures of physical or mental health in people who identified themselves as LGBT. Following quality assessment, 14 studies meeting the inclusion criteria were selected for systematic review: 5 unpublished surveys and 9 published primary studies. The article reports that the results suggest that the mental health of lesbian, gay and bisexual people is worse than that of the heterosexual majority, and that there is a lack of good quality evidence on the physical health of LGBT people. The authors discuss the findings, including politico-legal issues relating to the ability of the NHS to fulfil equalities duties effectively without good data, and comment that marginalisation and invisibility have led to a lack of investigation into sexual orientation as a social determinant of health.
Putting people first: equality and diversity matters 1: providing appropriate services for lesbian, gay and bisexual and transgender people
- Author:
- COMMISSION FOR SOCIAL CARE INSPECTION
- Publisher:
- Commission for Social Care Inspection
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 39p.
- Place of publication:
- London
One year after the introduction of a law establishing equality in services on the grounds of sexual orientation, CSCI has published the first in a series of three equality and diversity good practice bulletins. These are designed to help service providers address the new personalisation agenda set out in the joint protocol Putting People First. This first bulletin builds on good practice to help social care providers make their services appropriate for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, no matter what their sexual orientation. CSCI’s bulletin reports that 45% of lesbian, gay and bisexual people using social care services told CSCI that they had experienced discrimination. Leadership in services is needed to change the ethos: only 9% of registered services say they are taking specific action on equality for lesbian, gay and bisexual people. The bulletin also states that services must ensure that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people feel welcome and able to “come out” if they wish. Services should review publicity, policies, assessment procedures and provide staff training on equality.
The Greater London Authority’s sexual orientation equality scheme: from isolation to inclusion
- Author:
- GREATER LONDON AUTHORITY
- Publisher:
- Greater London Authority
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 68p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The purpose of the Greater London Authority (GLA) Sexual Orientation Equality Scheme (SOES) is to outline in one document the methods the GLA uses now, and will use in the future, to ensure it promotes LGBT equality and challenges discrimination and prejudice on the basis of sexual orientation. It also outlines the work already carried out to promote sexual orientation equality and its outcomes and priorities for action over the coming two years. The GLA’s aim is to make sexual orientation equality a central part of its work by putting it at the centre of policymaking, strategy formulation, service delivery and employment practice. The document covers work the GLA does and work undertaken in partnership with the four other GLA group organisations, namely London Development Agency (LDA), the London Fire & Emergency Planning Authority (LFEPA), Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA), and Transport for London (TfL).
Adopting (in)equality in the UK: the Equality Act 2010 and its impact on charities
- Authors:
- MORRIS Debra, MORRIS Anne, SIGAFOOS Jennifer
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Welfare and Family Law, 38(1), 2016, pp.14-35.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This article considers the relationship between the Equality Act 2010 and the Charities Act 2011 (in Scotland, the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005) in the context of adoption by same-sex couples and the complex exceptions to the Equality Act that charities may be able to rely upon in order to continue to discriminate. It concludes that the law is confusing to the point of opacity, to the detriment of those seeking to exercise their rights and those called on to adjudicate conflicts. (Publisher abstract)
Sexuality, equality and diversity
- Authors:
- RICHARDSON Diane, MONRO Surya
- Publisher:
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 224p.
- Place of publication:
- Basingstoke
From individual experiences of prejudice to international political debate around equal rights, social attitudes towards sexuality and transgender equalities are evolving. This book traces shifts at personal, national and international levels to fully assess the landscape of policy and theory in equality and diversity today. It brings together critical perspectives and original research in order to outline contested terms and key debates in the field. It explains how equality policy is developed and put into practice, examining what has been achieved by legislation so far and highlighting the challenges to overcome. It explores the multiple identities and different agendas of various LGBT communities, drawing on a range of examples to illustrate sexual citizenship today. This book is likely to be of interest to students of sociology, social policy, gender studies and politics.
Diversity and progression among social work students in England
- Authors:
- BERNARD Claudia, et al
- Publisher:
- Goldsmith's College
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 155p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Social workers from a range of backgrounds are necessary for a diverse social care workforce. It is therefore concerning that certain groups of students have disproportionately poorer progression rates. Analysis of data on student progression rates in England shows wide variations in completion rates, with disabled and black and ethnic minority students in particular at greater risk of non-completion, or taking longer to achieve their social work qualification. This project builds on the work of Social Care Workforce Research Unit and the General Social Care Council, and will examine why the differences in experiences occur. It aims to provide an in-depth examination of the particular circumstances of black and ethnic minority students, disabled students, and lesbian and gay students to investigate what individual and structural factors interact to contribute to their experiences. Findings indicate that a number of factors may be having an impact on the three groups of students. In particular, a number of overt and hidden processes interact to shape the overall learning experience in the educational and practice learning environment, which may have an impact on outcomes for black and ethnic minority students, disabled students, and lesbian gay and bisexual students. The conclusion of this study was that areas of inequality in social work education could still be identified, despite the introduction of a range of initiatives and policies designed to counteract them.
Seldom heard or frequently ignored? Lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) perspectives on mental health services
- Author:
- CARR Sarah
- Journal article citation:
- Ethnicity and Inequalities in Health and Social Care, 3(3), September 2010, pp.14-23.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The mental health of lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people and some of the factors that influence the engagement of LGB people with mental health services are discussed. The article looks at the evidence base about LGB mental health, LGB experiences of mental health services, and explores some of the particular difficulties encountered by black and minority ethnic LGB people or LGB people who are seeking asylum. It concludes by discussing how mental health services might respond to and provide for all LGB people and communities in the future.
Diversity our strength: LGBT tool kit for creating lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered culturally competent care at Toronto Long-Term Care Homes and Services
- Author:
- TORONTO LONG-TERM CARE HOMES AND SERVICES
- Publisher:
- Toronto Long-Term Care Homes and Services
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 133p.
- Place of publication:
- Toronto
It is estimated that approximately 7-10% of the Canadian population is lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered (LGBT), and that this could be higher in large urban centres like Toronto. Following research, Toronto Long-Term Care Homes and Services division realised that LGBT senior clients needed evidence that the LGBT community was recognised, supported and welcomed in its homes, and set out to establish LGBT positive and welcoming homes and to facilitate and promote opportunities for inclusion. This tool kit was developed by the LGBT Diversity Initiative Steering Committee established to provide expert advice to the division, and is intended to guide the division in establishing cultural competencies in providing care and services for LGBT residents, partners and their friends. It covers organisational change and leadership, creating an LGBT welcoming environment, gay-straight alliance, governance and administrative processes, privacy and confidentiality, human resources and staffing practices, staff education, volunteers, resident care planning, leisure activities and social programmes, community engagement, self-assessment for a long-term care home and measuring success within the organisational culture.
Going beyond the law: promoting equality in employment
- Authors:
- QUINN Sheila, PARADIS Evelyne
- Publisher:
- ILGA-Europe
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 71p.
- Place of publication:
- Brussels
- Edition:
- 2nd ed.
EU Directive 2000/78/EC, generally known as the Employment Framework Directive, provides for the protection of lesbians, gays and bisexuals against discrimination in the workplace. The introduction of this Directive represents an important step forward in the struggle for equal rights for lesbian, gay and bisexual people in the EU member states. This report gives an overview of the provisions of the Directive, reports on the level of transposition across the EU, and discusses its limitations and weaknesses. It also outlines the nature of discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay and bisexual people and their experience of the legislation, and presents suggestions for action and examples of good practice for employers and trade unions. The report states that this anti-discrimination legislation is a hugely significant step forward. However, a major concern is the fact that the response by individual Member States has varied considerably, resulting in an uneven spread of compliance. Weaknesses and shortcomings in the Directive have meant that aspects of discrimination are not covered, or are rendered more discriminatory. Also, the legislation requires the person experiencing discrimination to come forward and initiate proceedings in order to prove the discriminatory practice and seek redress. The report concludes that legislation and reacting to inequality is not enough, and that the focus needs to be on measures and initiatives that actively promote equality. It points to practical steps that employers and trade unions can take to help realise the promise of equality in the workplace.