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Hi, welcome to silkysteps, these definitions are available through google search: inclusion - diversity - participation - equality

On page 20 of the Heinemann Level three handbook on amazon

Diversity
the difference between individuals and groups in society arising from gender, ethnic origins, social, cultural or religious background, family structure, disabilities, sexuality and appearance.

Equality of opportunity
in individual in society experiences opportunities to achieve and flourish which are as good as the opportunities experienced by other people.

Equal concern
taking as much care to promote the opportunities and progress of one child as you do for any other child.

Inclusion
a process of identifying, understanding and breaking down barriers to participation and belonging. (definition developed by the Early Childhood Forum http://www.ncb.org.uk/media/216977/e...on_leaflet.pdf )

Discrimination

treating someone less or more favourably than other people, because they or their family are seen as belonging to a group in society.

Prejudice
a judgement or opinion, often negative, of a person or group, made without careful consideration of accurate relevant information, which might lead to the view that some people are inferior to other human beings, and of less worth and significance.

Page 22 Anti-Discriminatory (or anti bias) practice
promoting equality of opportunity by -
being positive about differences and similarities between people
identifying and challenging prejudice
taking positive action to counter discrimination



The equality act 2010 and for information - Highscope's approach for children's active participation


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