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Equality & Diversity

At Chichester College Group, we positively and robustly uphold the principles of inclusivity and equality of opportunity.

Our Anti Racist Statement

As part of our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, to complement our EDI policy and associated priorities and action plans, work has been undertaken to create an anti-racist statement.  There has been input from staff, Staff Forum, students, the College Leadership Team and Governors to produce the following statement:
‘Anti-racism is an active and conscious effort to work against all aspects of overt and systematic racism; racism is institutionalised across our society, based on shared history, and it is our collective responsibility to set things right.
We stand against racism in all its forms. Any form of discrimination is opposed to our values wherever it takes place. We are committed to call it out, call it what it is and reject in all its forms.
As a College Group, we seek to create a sense of belonging and celebrate diversity as an inclusive organisation.’
 
This anti-racism statement has been discussed and endorsed by the Group Leadership Team and the Governing Body.
Thank you very much to everyone who has contributed and shared their views and perspectives as the iterative process to create this statement has taken place.  It is important now that this is not just a form on words on a page or website, it is alive and part of our way of working together as a College community.
The commitment to this statement will be reviewed through the EDI team and implementation is integrated into clear anti-racism actions as part of our EDI commitment.

Our Pledge

The college pledges to:

Have a continuous and positive focus on providing positive quality diversity training for staff and learners;

  • Regularly review and seek to improve our policies and strategies;
  • Improve the monitoring and response to diversity issues and concerns; and
  • Embed quality and diversity in all that we do.

IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism

The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism has been adopted by the Chichester College Group. Further details and more information can be found here: What is antisemitism? (holocaustremembrance.com)

Governance and management of equality and diversity

Our strategic intent is to foster an inclusive environment where every student and staff member feels valued and respected. We are committed to embedding EDI principles into all aspects of college life, from curriculum design to recruitment practices.
We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture enhances creativity, innovation, and overall success.
Our core values include respect, inclusivity, trust and support. These values underpin our commitment
to creating a welcoming community for all.
The purpose of this report is to:
  • Provide detail on the key deliverables set out in the AOC EDI Charter
  • Share information about our organisations profile
  • Present our plans and our progress in relation to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and a sense of belonging and how they link to our people strategy

Read our latest annual diversity report.

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