Diversity Policy

Introduction

ComputerMinds are committed to creating and sustaining a positive and supportive working environment where staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and supportive working environment for our staff.

Diversity - We view the diversity of our staff as a great asset.

Equity - We believe in the equitable treatment of all.

Commitment to equality and diversity

ComputerMinds believe that excellence will be achieved through recognising the value of every individual. We aim to create an environment that respects the diversity of our staff and enables them to achieve their full potential.

To this end, ComputerMinds acknowledge the following basic rights for all members and prospective members of its community:

  • to be treated with respect and dignity
  • to be treated fairly with regard to all procedures, assessments and choices
  • to receive encouragement to reach their full potential

No individual will be unjustifiably discriminated against.  This includes, but not exclusively, discrimination because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Responsibility

The ComputerMinds directors, have overall responsibility for ensuring that ComputerMinds complies with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010, including the general duty to have due regard to:

  • Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and other conduct prohibited by the Act.
  • Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not.
  • Foster good relations between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not.

ComputerMinds recognises that all of its staff have a duty to support and uphold the principles contained in its Equality and Diversity Policy and supporting policies. 

Dealing with discrimination

ComputerMinds is committed to creating and sustaining a positive and mutually supportive working environment for our staff where individuals are equally valued and respected.

Bullying, harassment or victimisation of any individual will not be tolerated and any allegations will be taken seriously and dealt with appropriately under the relevant procedure.