Equal Opportunities Handbook

Now in its fourth edition, The Equal Opportunities Handbook has been fully revised and updated to take account of new important policies such as equal opportunities in the workplace, and updates on legislation including the Disability Discrimination Act. This guide sets out straightforward procedures, relevant to all types of situation, that demonstrate how simple it is to behave with fairness, courtesy and sensitivity to all – regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexuality, disability or religious beliefs. This practical book will: help you to check your own behaviour and attitudes; provide guidance on fair treatment; give valuable information on the most important issues in equal opportunities. This up-to-the-minute book also includes a summary of relevant legislation and agencies, self-assessment sections and points for reflection, and personal action plans. It will prove a valuable resource for managers, trainers, HRM staff, teachers, lecturers and anyone with an interest in equality of opportunity.