{"id":240,"date":"2025-01-14T11:51:09","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T11:51:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/?page_id=240"},"modified":"2026-01-20T10:17:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T10:17:59","slug":"dei-help-page","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/dei-help-page\/","title":{"rendered":"DEI help page"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-does-your-organisation-engage-with-suppliers-and-the-whole-supply-chain-to-encourage-robust-ways-of-working-in-line-with-your-own-values\"><strong>Help notes: DIVERSITY EQUALITY &amp; INCLUSION<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-3728bbe456d6d1b47cc40cfa3f3f4aa2\" style=\"background-color:#6c5e74\"><strong>Does your organisation have a policy or statement in place for diversity, equality and inclusion, which is shared with staff?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This question is about fostering fairness, respect and belonging for everyone who interacts with your organisation (for example customers, employees or suppliers), whatever their background.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Background can include things like age, sex, race, disability, religion, socioeconomic background, being pregnant, sexual orientation or gender reassignment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-65662dc0-5dfd-41d4-b577-859cc39cb2dd\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n                <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\"\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-65662dc0-5dfd-41d4-b577-859cc39cb2dd\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                    <p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-65662dc0-5dfd-41d4-b577-859cc39cb2dd\"><strong>What is a &#8216;Yes&#8217; for me?<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span>\n                    <\/div><\/div><div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-65662dc0-5dfd-41d4-b577-859cc39cb2dd\">\n\n<p>Answering \u2018yes\u2019 to this question means that you can show, via a policy, that your organisation is committed to an environment where people from all backgrounds feel respected and valued, and that the approach is used where you work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For very small organisations, a policy could take the form of a simple statement shared and understood by staff, and available to share with others e.g.:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cI believe in fostering inclusivity and respect for everyone I work with, regardless of their background or identity.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cMy business is committed to fairness, equality, and creating a welcoming environment for all.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You could also make this visible via your website, social media profiles or posts, or physical places like shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For larger organisations, the ACAS (Advice, Conciliation and Arbitration Service) website provides <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acas.org.uk\/equality-policy-template\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">templates for EDI policies<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To further show your commitment, you can think about ways organisations can demonstrate DEI in practice (see below).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-d13eba24-87ff-4999-b8a5-5c5e14f76a83\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n                <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\"\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-d13eba24-87ff-4999-b8a5-5c5e14f76a83\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                    <p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-d13eba24-87ff-4999-b8a5-5c5e14f76a83\"><strong>Does this question apply to me? Is<\/strong> <strong>this a regulatory requirement?<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span>\n                    <\/div><\/div><div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-d13eba24-87ff-4999-b8a5-5c5e14f76a83\">\n\n<p>This question is for all suppliers with employees.&nbsp;&nbsp; Even smaller organisations can consider whether their environment fosters fairness for employees, customers and other people they work with.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses with employees have legal obligations to prevent discrimination and support fairness in the workplace via the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/equality-act-2010-guidance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Equality Act 2010<\/a>. Employers must comply with equal pay legislation and avoid discrimination in benefits, promotion, and other workplace matters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Producing a policy is not a specific legal requirement but is a way to think about and demonstrate preventing discrimination and promoting fairness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n                <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\"\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-d13eba24-87ff-4999-b8a5-5c5e14f76a83\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                    <p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-d13eba24-87ff-4999-b8a5-5c5e14f76a83\"><strong>Simple statements for very small organisations<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span>\n                    <\/div><\/div><div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-d13eba24-87ff-4999-b8a5-5c5e14f76a83\">\n\n<p>For very small organisations, a policy could take the form of a simple statement shared and understood by staff, and available to share with others e.g.:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cI believe in fostering inclusivity and respect for everyone I work with, regardless of their background or identity.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cMy business is committed to fairness, equality, and creating a welcoming environment for all.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You could also make this visible via your website, social media profiles or posts, or physical places like shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To further show your commitment, you can think about ways organisations can demonstrate DEI in practice (see below).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-5360667a-6deb-4ae8-8fdd-eff9b51fad12\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n                <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\"\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-5360667a-6deb-4ae8-8fdd-eff9b51fad12\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                    <p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-5360667a-6deb-4ae8-8fdd-eff9b51fad12\"><strong>Demonstrating Diversity Equality and Inclusion in practice<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span>\n                    <\/div><\/div><div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-5360667a-6deb-4ae8-8fdd-eff9b51fad12\">\n\n<p>Organisations can consider which measures are relevant to them:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand what DEI is:&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Diversity: Recognise and value different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equality: Ensure everyone has the same opportunities to thrive.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inclusion: Create a welcoming environment where everyone feels respected and valued.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For Customers: Ensure all customers feel welcome and respected, regardless of their background.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For Suppliers and Partnerships: Consider working with diverse vendors or suppliers to promote inclusivity.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For Marketing and Communication: Use inclusive language and imagery to resonate with a broad audience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For staff recruitment or working with partners:&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using unbiased language in job ads&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being open to candidates from diverse backgrounds&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being educated about unconscious bias and cultural competency&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offering supportive policies like flexible working options or accommodations for individuals with specific needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For the community: Supporting community initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taking on board feedback from others on how you can improve inclusivity.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Higher Level questions on this survey include further topics around supporting Diversity, Equality and Inclusion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-31fe2c35-296a-4f6d-9524-f0cf37b451c3\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n                <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\"\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-31fe2c35-296a-4f6d-9524-f0cf37b451c3\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                    <p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-31fe2c35-296a-4f6d-9524-f0cf37b451c3\"><strong>More information about DEI<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span>\n                    <\/div><\/div><div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-31fe2c35-296a-4f6d-9524-f0cf37b451c3\">\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5a79906f40f0b63d72fc6ced\/business-quickstart.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Equality act 2010: What do I need to know? quick-start guide for businesses who sell goods and services<\/a>. British Chambers of Commerce; Government Equalities Office&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawsociety.org.uk\/topics\/diversity-and-inclusion-framework\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Diversity and inclusion framework | The Law Society<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Help notes: DIVERSITY EQUALITY &amp; INCLUSION Does your organisation have a policy or statement in place for diversity, equality and inclusion, which is shared with staff?\u00a0 This question is about fostering fairness, respect and belonging for everyone who interacts with your organisation (for example customers, employees or suppliers), whatever their background.&nbsp; Background can include things [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-no-title","meta":{"ub_ctt_via":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-240","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"featured_image_src":null,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/240","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=240"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/240\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1000,"href":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/240\/revisions\/1000"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/suppliers.duchyofcornwall.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=240"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}