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An explicit and well-publicised commitment to tackle discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity, including promotion of equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender staff and learners.
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Specific policy, procedure and action against homophobic, biphobic and transphobic bullying and harassment
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Tangible action to increase the visibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender lives in education.
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A senior manager to lead on developing sexual orientation and gender identity Equality.
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Training for all staff and learners on sexual orientation and gender identity equality, including legislation and standards of behaviour.
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Information on sexual orientation and gender identity equality in staff and student induction.
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Incorporation in policies and procedures of relevant agreements on sexual orientation and gender identity equality, such as that between the education unions and the Association of Colleges.
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Involvement of staff and students’ unions in the promotion of sexual orientation and gender identity equality.
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Clear procedures for raising concerns about issues relating to sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Inclusion of sexual orientation and gender identity equality in single or full set of equality schemes.
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Funding and development of strand specific equality action groups, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender support groups for staff and learners and other forms of organisation and support.
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Incorporation of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender learner issues into institutional improvement programmes.