In September 2023, Macc launched our first What We Stand For policy statements. These new statements set out our stance on a range of issues that affect our city. However, these are more than just written statements. They are our commitment to sharing what we believe and collaborating with others to challenge the very real social issues facing our city.
The physical effects of living in a cold, damp home are well recognised and rightly emphasised, but the mental health impacts of fuel poverty also deserve attention.
This course is designed for frontline staff who support vulnerable or low‑income individuals at risk of living in cold and damp conditions. It explores how fuel poverty can influence both physical and mental health, and how these challenges may affect the way individuals engage with the energy market.
Acas have introduced two new online courses to their free online learning platform - Building neuroinclusive workplaces & Sexual harassment at work: prevention and early action
Building neuroinclusive workplaces
This new e-learning course explains the difference between neurodiversity, neurodivergence and neuroinclusion.
It explores how workplace systems, communication, recruitment, management practice and everyday decisions can affect neurodivergent people’s experiences at work.
Online sessions giving an insight into the Social Model of Disability and one of three areas of the Foundations for Change Framework
Ahead of the launch of the Foundationally Inclusive Workplaces Course, Breakthrough UK are providing three taster 45 minute sessions to give an insight into three of the course topics and the Social Model of disability.
You can expect a briefing on the Social Model to equip you to better understand how to implement the Foundations For Change Framework before diving into one of the Framework Elements.
Online sessions giving an insight into the Social Model of Disability and one of three areas of the Foundations for Change Framework
Ahead of the launch of the Foundationally Inclusive Workplaces Course, Breakthrough UK are providing three taster 45 minute sessions to give an insight into three of the course topics and the Social Model of disability.
You can expect a briefing on the Social Model to equip you to better understand how to implement the Foundations For Change Framework before diving into one of the Framework Elements.
Online sessions giving an insight into the Social Model of Disability and one of three areas of the Foundations for Change Framework
Ahead of the launch of the Foundationally Inclusive Workplaces Course, Breakthrough UK are providing three taster 45 minute sessions to give an insight into three of the course topics and the Social Model of disability.
You can expect a briefing on the Social Model to equip you to better understand how to implement the Foundations For Change Framework before diving into one of the Framework Elements.
Join us for our free webinar on reasonable adjustments: how to get them right, where we will explore the law and good practice on how to implement reasonable adjustments in the workplace.
This webinar will provide an overview of:
• The legal obligations surrounding reasonable adjustments
• How to overcome challenges with practical solutions
• Different types of reasonable adjustments
• And strategies to foster an inclusive workplace
In April 2024 a new law came into effect allowing employees one week of unpaid leave per year to provide care for a dependent with long term care needs.
Eligibility is not dependent an employee’s length of service with an employer.
As a result, there will be practical implications for employers and new policies to be put in place.
This Acas webinar explores:
The Step Forward Fund is a fund designed to provide funding and support to grassroots organisations from Global Majority and racially minoritised communities and help them move from smaller project-based funding to larger grants and investment.
The Step Forward Fund has £4 million to award. The fund plans to give £50,000 to £75,000 per year for between 2 to 3 years. This means you can apply for:
Learn how trauma-informed approaches can create safer, more supportive, and inclusive environments in sport and physical activity.
This training session explores how adopting a trauma-informed approach can help create safer, more inclusive, and supportive sporting environments for young people and adults. Participants will gain a better understanding of trauma, its impact on behaviour, wellbeing, and participation in sport, and how coaches, volunteers, and clubs can respond positively and effectively.