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Welcome to our Easy Read blog on understanding Islam. In this informative piece, we will delve into the basic beliefs and practices of Islam, shed light on the contributions of Muslims in Britain, and address common misconceptions surrounding the religion. Our aim is to provide you with a better understanding of Islam, promote dialogue, and

Tips that are available through the Microsoft 365 package, to promote more accessible working! Across the Microsoft 365 packages (Outlook, MS Teams, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint), these are some of the top tools that might be useful. To learn more about how to access these tools, take a look at this youtube video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRqvjH6Oj_c&t=103s

Introduction: On this Equal Pay Day, marked annually on 22nd November, the Fawcett Society releases new data and a report urging a transformative shift in workplace dynamics. The focus is clear – making flexible work the default in high-quality, high-paid jobs. This bold proposition aims to accelerate the closing of the gender pay gap, a

The GM Equality Alliance (GM=EqAl) is a coalition of organisations and individuals drawn from a wide range of communities of experience across Greater Manchester. Our Inclusive Language Subgroup meets bi-monthly to produce guidance to help GM=EqAl members and staff be respectful and consistent in our internal and external communications. We hope others will find the

Hello there, amazing young minds of the UK! Today, let’s talk about something super important—being an active bystander and standing up against racism. You see, in our society, sometimes it might feel easier to stay silent when we witness something unfair, but here’s the deal: being a passive bystander actually unintentionally helps racism keep going.

In a quiet corner of North Carolina, a six-year-old Black boy found himself in a situation that defies both logic and compassion. Arrested for picking a tulip near his bus stop, the incident unveils the troubling reality that racism can seep into the lives of children at an age where innocence should be cherished, not

In a recent eye-opening study titled ‘Black British Voices,’ conducted by The Voice and Cambridge University, a startling revelation came to light – a staggering 98% of Black employees in the UK have felt compelled to tone down their identity to fit in at work. The study unveils a disheartening reality that is rampant in

Introduction: Recruitment and selection interviews are pivotal moments in the hiring process. They offer a unique opportunity for employers to gain a deeper understanding of a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and cultural fit within the organization. To ensure that this process is fair, consistent, and effective, many companies opt for structured recruitment and selection interviews. In

IntroductionUnconscious bias and discrimination continue to be pervasive issues in our society, even in the world of recruitment. These biases can affect the hiring process, leading to unfair advantages or disadvantages for candidates based on factors such as race, gender, age, and more. In this blog, we will explore the concept of unconscious bias and