Equality and Diversity

Equality and diversity policy

QIA seeks to influence equality and diversity practice in the sector through championing good practice and by our commissioning and procurement activities. We make sure that equality and diversity issues are addressed systematically, policy impacts are monitored and that improvements are made where necessary

Below are links to documents that describe key QIA policies and schemes:

Equality and Inclusivity Policy

Disability Equality Scheme

Single Equality Scheme is published

QIA has published its Single Equality Scheme which outlines how we will fulfil our statutory duties to promote equality of opportunity and avoid discrimination on grounds of race, disability and gender.

The scheme takes account of equality regulations covering age, religion or belief, sexual orientation and gender reassignment, as well as the Work and Families Act 2006. It also summaries our role in improving performance in the Further Education and skills sector.

Improving equality of opportunity is essential to us in achieving our vision of excellence in the sector. The scheme sets out our aims to respond positively to our statutory duties, monitor the impact of our work to seek opportunities for improvement and seek to be a model of good practice. The scheme includes an action plan that will help us achieve these aims.

To read QIA's Single Equality Scheme, click here