Equal Opportunity Policy

Statement of Intent:

The Medau Society is fully committed to the principles of the equality of opportunity. The Society will ensure, to the best of its ability, that there is open access for all those who wish to participate in the activity, in whatever role, and that all are treated fairly and equally.
The Medau Society believes that all teachers, employees, volunteers, Society members and participants have a responsibility and a role to play in the promotion of equality of opportunity for all.
The Medau Society aims to ensure that people from all sections of the community have equal opportunities to participate in classes, training and performance groups at all levels, and to become Society members.
The Society will take all appropriate action to remove any barriers or obstacles to such opportunities, including a review of all publicity and other materials.
The Society is committed to the provision of high quality services and activities in a way which is fair to all.
All teachers will be encouraged to treat their members equally, regardless of their age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, domestic circumstances, ethnic background, religious beliefs, political persuasion and social or cross-cultural differences.
All class members will be encouraged to accept each other as equal, and teachers will take steps to prevent any discrimination, whether direct or indirect, or harassment which might arise.
In terms of employment, service delivery or activities, the Society will not disadvantage anyone by requirements or conditions which cannot be justified.
The Society will encourage its employees, teachers, volunteers, members and participants to promote equality of opportunity in everyday life.
The Society will continue to support schemes for under-represented sections of the community.
The Society regards discrimination as gross misconduct, and any teacher, employee, volunteer, Society member or participant who discriminates against any other person will be liable to appropriate disciplinary action.
The Society recognizes its legal obligations under the relevant legislation.