Equality and Inclusion Policy

Last updated: June 2025

Our Commitment to Equality

At Moving On Inverclyde, we believe that everyone should be treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people of all backgrounds and identities feel safe, valued, and able to participate fully.

Fairness in Services and Employment

We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form.

We provide equal opportunities for all in employment, volunteering, and access to our services.

This includes people of all:

• Ages
• Races or ethnic backgrounds
• Disabilities or health needs
• Religions or beliefs
• Sexual orientations
• Gender identities
• Marital or family status

Respect and Support for All

Everyone who works or volunteers with us must treat others with respect.

We will take action against any form of bullying, harassment, or unfair treatment.

We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments to support people with disabilities or health needs so they can fully access our work and services.

Who is Responsible?

Our CEO, Bev Thow, is the lead for equality.

But every staff member, volunteer, and partner has a shared responsibility to support inclusion and fairness.
If you see or experience discrimination or harassment, please speak to your line manager or contact the Chief Executive Officer.

How We Learn and Improve

We regularly review our policies and practices to make sure they are fair and inclusive.
We may collect anonymous information to help us understand who is using our services and how we can improve access for everyone.

If Things Go Wrong

If you feel you’ve been treated unfairly or discriminated against, you have the right to raise a concern or complaint.
We will listen and take your concerns seriously.

Discrimination or harassment will be treated as misconduct and could result in disciplinary action.

This policy is reviewed annually.

It works alongside our other policies on Safeguarding, Complaints, Code of Conduct, and Safer Recruitment.