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Diversiton’s half day training session provides a range of insights and practical support for those wishing to develop greater awareness of religion and belief – particularly in the context of the Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations (2003).

• Belief systems and faith patterns in Great Britain – demographic changes
• Getting to know our neighbours – learning about the beliefs of different faith communities
• Overview of the equality provisions contained in the Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003
• Applying the regulations – the legal requirements and practical considerations e.g. food, holidays, dress, etc.
• Direct and indirect discrimination - case studies
• Recognising the needs of different faiths in the workplace – how are we doing?
• Building good relations with people of different faiths and beliefs – our role in religious diversity
• Action checklists for employers and employees
• Training strategies and approaches for religion and belief
• Monitoring and evaluation of training sessions

Over 3,000 people have already been trained in religion and belief by Diversiton. Here is a selection of feedback and comments

• “Excellent – content very relevant & informative” J Campbell
• “Stimulating and helpful. Provided sound knowledge base” S Knox
• “Very comprehensive and well presented. Good focus on the principles behind the issues” L Krishna Das
• “Excellent. Well run. Good teamwork and participation. Good facilitator. Good time-keeping. Objectives were achieved.” R Moore
• “Very informative, useful for my role. Informal, relaxed approach encouraged participation from everyone.” A McAllister,
• “Excellent. Informative, participative and challenging.” S Poxon
• “Very enjoyable and interesting – excellent course.” M McKelvey
• “Excellent, very worthwhile event. One of the best events I have attended – if not the best!”. J Patton
• “Very thorough! Not only covered legislation but looked at how it’s going to work “on the ground” and what issues employers need to be aware of.” S McCloskey
• “Genuinely enjoyable.” S Ogle
• “Participative, informative, well delivered.” C Nixon
• “Very well presented and thought provoking.” E Godfrey
• “Well planned and constructed. Much learning.” J McCrudden
• “Very good introduction to the complexities of religious diversity in NI.” B Harkin
• “Excellent – very professional in terms of presentation and materials.” E McKnight
• “Very impressed, well organised and thought out.” R Smith
• “Very good – I found it extremely informative.” M Doyle
• “Very informative, learned a lot” P Clarke
• “Challenging, informative, thought provoking”. E Carroll
• “Wonderful – The best use of a day ever!” P McQuillan
• “Very impressed with contents and delivery of the training day” P Stewart
• “Very informative - relevant and practical” M Pollock
• “Excellent, I liked the pace of the day, the quality of materials, etc and was pleased with how it met my expectations” C Rodgers

Dates

Our next open course is:

London - 17th December 2008

9.30am - 1.00pm

Please contact mail@diversiton.com to book your place.

The cost per person is £145.

Special discounts are available for organisations with less than 50 staff and those in the community and voluntary sector. Please contact us for details courses@diversiton.com or tel 028 417 54777

The course runs from 9.30am – 1.00pm Registration with coffee/juice is from 9.00am – 9.30am. Please arrive in good time for a prompt start.

Each delegate will receive a copy of the Diversiton ‘Religion & Belief’ training manual covering all aspects of the course.

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