Diversity
Merseyside Police Authority is committed to valuing diversity:
promoting and implementing equality of opportunity in all its
activities.
We recognise we can reduce the disadvantages experienced by many
people by making all aspects of our work more responsive to the
different and various individual and community needs. We value the
diversity of Merseyside and want to provide services that are
accessible, relevant and meaningful to everyone.
We will work towards an environment and culture where everyone is
receiving an equality of service regardless of gender, race, ethnic
origin, disability, age, actual or perceived sexual orientation,
gender identity, marital status, nationality, religion, belief or
any other individual characteristics which may impact upon a
person's opportunities in life.
The progress of our equality and diversity agenda is a process,
which should be evidenced by clear links between our documentation
such as Merseyside Police Authority and Merseyside Police's
Race Equality Scheme, Disability Equality Scheme and Gender
Equality Scheme and other general programmes of social influence
highlighted in, for example, the Children's Act and obligations
within the 'Every Child Matters' activities.
In brief, we believe valuing and managing diversity is about
recognising and appreciating individual needs and differences and
treating everyone with dignity and respect.
This commitment is underpinned by the relevant legislation,
including EU Directives and the Human Rights Act 1998, together
with other equality legislation.
Use the links below to see how the Authority goes about fulfilling
their commitment to diversity.
Young People
