Equality & Human Rights Commission
Linking regional and national... Equality & Human Rights Commission
On 1 October 2007, a new Equalities & Human Rights Commission was established. This replaces the three separate equality commissions and also takes on responsibility for the other aspects of equality: age, sexual orientation and religion or belief, as well as human rights. The changes are in response to the need for a more collaborative approach; one which recognises the distinctiveness of, but also the complexities within, each diverse community.
The new commission is 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.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission acts not only for the disadvantaged, but for everyone in society, and can use its new enforcement powers where necessary to guarantee people’s equality. It also has a mandate to promote understanding of the Human Rights Act.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission is a non-departmental public body (NDPB) established under the Equality Act 2006 – accountable for its public funds, but independent of government.
VONNE will be working with the regional arm of the Commission as it develops. To help shape VONNE’s engagement, please contact Jane Cater.
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