Equality impact assessments
An Equality Impact Assessment (EIA, or sometimes referred to as EQIA) is an assessment of the impact of a policy, service or function on different communities and groups. Equality impact assessments ask service providers, policy makers and commissioners to consider what impact a given policy, strategy or service may have on:
- Gender
- Sexual Orientation
- Race or Ethnicity
- Faith or Belief
- Age
- Disability
- Human rights
The conclusions of an Equality Impact Assessment are used to improve services; for example, by improving access, making referral forms more inclusive and increasing cultural competency.
A training package, presentation and workshop have been developed to support teams in the process of equality impact assessing their services. A toolkit, with acompanying training is provided for staff involved in writing and reviewing strategies and policies.
For further information, please contact:
Christine Rivers
Equality and Diversity Coordinator
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Pinewood House,Pinewood Place
Dartford
Kent DA2 7WG
01322 625700 ext 5817
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