Definitions of terms used within the Equality and Diversity Information Programme

Equality | Diversity | Ethnic Monitoring | Ethnic Group

Is about creating a fairer society where everyone can participate and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. It is mostly backed by legislation designed to address unfair discrimination and resulting inequalities based on membership of a particular group.
 
This approach is about ensuring that groups of people who continue to be disadvantaged or unfairly discriminated against have access to opportunities for full participation in society. It supports legal sanctions that encourage organisations to endorse this approach.