The FOA believes that a radical change of culture is needed if we are to regard all sections of society as playing a equally valuable part in the delivery of our fire and rescue services. Despite many years of fine talk, little seems to have been achieved on the ground.
This page will expand to contain more information on initiatives and developments in the area of equality and fairness but, for the time being, you might obtain helpful information at the sources listed below:-
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Fire and Rescue Service Equality and Diversity Strategy 2008-2018 - Consultation |
The Equality and Human Rights Commission champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.
Access Matters is a pan disability consultancy working on the premise that encourages accessible environments and culture to enhance the workplace for employees and improves service delivery to customers. Working closely with their clients to develop a realistic resolution between legislative demands, the opportunity for provision, and the finite resources available.
Link to the Direct Gov site for Disabled People.
Link to the Disability Rights Commission who have one key goal: "A society where all disabled people can participate fully as equal citizens".
Link to Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister - Equality Commission.
In 1993, the NWFS was established as a self-help group for women in the Fire and Rescue Service. Over the past 13 years, NWFS has sought to influence the equality agenda, engaging with the major players in order to have the voice of all women in the Fire and Rescue Service heard.
NWFS is an independent voluntary group of people who aim to contribute to making the Fire and Rescue Service a place where women and men can work together harmoniously and professionally.
