An_Explanation_of_What_Is_Meant_by_Diversity,_Equality_and_Inclusion___a_Description_of_the_Potential_Effects_of_Discrimination

An explaination of what is meant by Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. Diversity. The dictionary definition of diversity is; having or being composed of different elements: variety. a range of different things*. Within a childcare setting we take it to mean that each and every individual is unique, and recognise our individual differences. These can include but not exhaustive: race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies. Equality. The dictionary definition of equality is; The condition of being equal in number or amount; the state of being equal especially in status, rights or opportunities*. The basis of equality means equal rights for all people regardless of factors which they may have that are different. Inclusion. The dictionary definition of inclusion is; the action or state of including or of being included within a group or structure "the inclusion of handicapped students". ; A person or thing that is included within a larger group or structure.* Educational inclusion is about providing equal opportunities for all learners, whatever their ability, age, gender, ethnic origin, religious belief, impairment, status, sexuality, or social or economic background. What matters are the provisions made for succeeding.OfSTED now uses the phrase "educational inclusion" to cover all the following groups: - Girls and boys, men and women - Black and minority ethnic and faith groups - Travellers - Asylum Seekers and Refugees - Learners with "special educational needs" - "Gifted and talented" learners - Children “looked after” by the local authority - Sick children - Young careers - Children from families under stress - Learners at risk of disaffection and exclusion *All definitions taken from Dictionary.com A drescription of the potential effects of discrimination. Discrimination is based on prejudice assumptions of group characteristics rather than an individual judgement. Effects of discrimination: A child when treated with discrimination at home or work setting faces many educational and social difficulties in life. A few of them are listed below: Violence Low self-esteem Lack of confidence low self worth Embarrassment Withdrawal Feels neglected and scared Lack of interest Lose identity Bullying Feels inferior These outcomes from discrimination might have a long term effects on the child’s social, emotional and educational growth. An explanation of how inclusive practice promotes equality and supports diversity. Inclusion is a sense of belonging: feeling respected, valued for who you are. feeling a level of support and commitment from others so you can do your best work. Every child has the right to be include By using the principle that inclusion is a right for all children, early years settings can make sure that every child: has an equal chance to learn and develop participates equally in activities is given the opportunity to communicate in their preferred format has their individual needs known and met feels safe and know they belong is valued as a unique individual and feels strong and confident about their identity. Recourses. Dictionary.com Wikipedia 2003-2012 Pre-School Learning Alliance DCSF: Special Educational Needs in England: January 2008 Education Act 1996 Chapter 56 Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001 Chapter 10