Culture, Behaviours & Language - Actions
| Action | How? | Timeline |
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Communicate anti- racist values, expectations and behaviours through all documents and operate zero- tolerance on racism. |
Terms for Reference outlines that diversity and representation are considered across all activity & governance policies are transparent. Clear anti-racism statement in Terms of Reference. |
In place. In place. |
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Eradicate the use of terms such as BAME, People of Colour, Urban and other acronyms and terms that generalise or cause harm. Use specific language. |
CLB reviewed language on current documents and agreed not to use term BAME. We will actively review language to reflect changes in external environment. |
In place. In place. |
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Equip Board members with access to resources, training & tools to develop their knowledge, understanding & confidence to be actively anti- racist. |
Create a learning resource for board members. Invite external presenters to educate & challenge board members. Discussion with Chair & board members on how to encourage an open culture,enabling people to ask questions and fully engage. |
In place. First sessions during 2022. In place & reviewed annually Self-assessment Aug/Sep 2022. |
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Stop using sector jargon that can exclude people from important conversations and decision-making. Create an accessible environment. |
Implement ‘jargon busters’. Check all documents and amend as required. |
In place. Ongoing. |