ABOUT EQUALITY CITY CARDIFF

Equality City is a FOR Cardiff project which aims to culturally embed the concept and understanding of equality and diversity into working practices across the city, and support action towards wider changes in policy, planning and the public realm in relation to city life.

WHAT IS AN EQUALITY DRIVEN CITY?

· A city that is free from all forms of discrimination, affords everyone the same opportunities and is one in which all those living and working in the city feel seen, heard and valued

· A city where there is fair and equitable representation among decision-makers, where equality is at the heart of all decision-making and where everyone has agency over their lives and the decisions that affect them

· A city that Is a happy, safe and healthy place to live, work and socialise for all

While no single actor will be able to make this vision a reality, and some actions will sit outside of the scope of this project, this vision provides an essential foundation on which to build.

REALISING THIS VISION WOULD MEAN:

  • There are no physical barriers in the city

  • Public transport that works for everyone and is regular, reliable, affordable and safe

  • Workplaces that are accessible, diverse and inclusive

  • Fair work and pay equality for all

  • Accessible and high-quality public services, including childcare, for all

  • Equality, diversity and inclusion being embedded in education

  • Public spaces are safe and inclusive for all

  • All decisions help to advance and safeguard equality

HOW CAN FOR CARDIFF MEMBERS AFFECT POSITIVE CHANGE AND DIVERSE MOVES TOWARDS AN EQUALITY DRIVEN CARDIFF?

The biggest area in which the majority of FOR Cardiff members can affect change is in relation to employment and the world of work.

Actions could relate to:

  • Fair and equitable pay

  • Flexible and agile working

  • Supporting staff with caring responsibilities – maternity/ paternity/ parental leave/ support with childcare

  • Ensuring workplaces are free from harassment and discrimination

  • Putting in place inclusive workplace cultures and leading by example

  • Fair and diverse representation in senior roles and clear, accessible progression pathways

  • Work with schools/ colleges/ youth services to support careers advice and tackle gender stereotypes

  • Accessible workplaces and shops/ services

  • Fair and inclusive recruitment practices that are free from bias

  • Being a champion for equality, diversity and inclusion, internally and externally. Challenging those around them to do better and playing an active role in driving wider change towards an equality city

  • Measuring, reporting and evaluating current practice and progress to continually improve and keep striving towards best practice

    This policy should include the same points as covered in the flexible working policy checklist above.