Equality & Diversity:
The Equality Act, Unconscious Bias and Discrimination

Synopsis

Creating a fair, respectful, and inclusive workplace isn’t just good practice, it’s a legal and ethical responsibility. This course provides a clear, practical overview of equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace, with a focus on the protections and obligations set out in the Equality Act 2010. 

Through engaging, accessible content, learners will explore the nine protected characteristics, the different types of discrimination, and how unconscious bias can influence decision-making. The course also offers practical strategies for recognising and addressing bias, fostering inclusion, and ensuring compliance with UK equality law. 

Whether you’re a manager, HR professional, or team member, this training will help you understand your role in promoting a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and respected. 

 

This course covers:

  • The principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion and their business impact
  • The nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010
  • The five main types of discrimination and how to prevent them
  • Unconscious bias: how it develops and how to manage it effectively
  • The difference between equality, diversity, and inclusion – and why all three matter
  • Practical steps to build a respectful, fair, and legally compliant workplace

Delivery methods:

  • E-learning

Designed for:

  • Anyone In The Workplace

Price:

£45

£33.75
with discount code SPRING25
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Learn from an Experienced Employment Lawyer

Juliette Franklin

Partner
Employment

This course has been developed by Juliette Franklin, an experienced employment and discrimination lawyer with over 20 years’ expertise advising organisations on equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including:

  • The Equality Act 2010 and the nine protected characteristics
  • Direct, indirect, harassment and victimisation discrimination claims
  • Disability discrimination, including hidden, perceived and associative disabilities
  • Managing risk, unconscious bias and fair decision-making at work

Juliette is known for delivering clear, practical guidance that helps organisations understand their legal responsibilities while fostering fair, respectful and inclusive workplace cultures. You’ll be learning from a practitioner with extensive real-world experience of advising on complex discrimination issues and shaping best practice in EDI compliance.

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