We have joined the government's Disability Confident scheme, which means we are helping to positively change attitudes, behaviours and cultures, including creating a workforce that reflects the diverse range of the customers we serve.
Equality is about making sure that everyone has the same opportunities to achieve the same or similar outcomes. It is not about treating ‘everyone the same’ but recognising that ‘‘one size doesn’t fit all’ and that services should be tailored to meet individual needs.
Diversity is about respecting, valuing and celebrating people’s differences.
Inclusion is about making sure that people feel comfortable to be themselves, that they belong and can reach their full potential without disadvantage or discrimination.
Embedding EDI is the right thing to do for our customers, our business and the communities we serve. Bringing together people with a diversity of perspectives will lead to a better understanding of our customer and staff needs and ultimately better service performance. Creating environments where all our customers and staff are valued and respected and can be their true selves will bring innumerable benefits to individuals and local communities.
Rykneld Homes works with, refers customers to and signposts to agencies that can support customers in a number of different ways. Please see the links below:
Every older person should be included and valued. Through campaigning, local support, advice and friendship, Age UK aim to change the way we age.
ANDYSMANCLUB are a men’s suicide prevention charity, offering free to attend peer-to-peer support groups across the United Kingdom and online. We want to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and help men through the power of conversation. #ITSOKAYTOTALK
Learn British Sign Language online at your own pace. Work through our online course, or use hundreds of free BSL signs, games, tools and printable resources.
Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)
CIH are the professional body for people who work in housing, the independent voice for housing and the home of professional standards. We champion the modern housing professional and promote the art and science of housing.
Their vision is to empower people through education, where individuals grow and communities thrive.
Citizens Advice give people the knowledge and confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are and whatever their problem. They to help everyone who needs it with practical advice you can really trust.
Disability Confident is creating a movement of change, encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people.
Dementia Action Alliance (DAA) is where people come together to connect, form friendships, exchange ideas, learn, and create a better community in which to live with dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
The Council is run by democratically elected Councillors who are responsible for making decisions on behalf of our community about local services.
Their mission is to increase access to justice for disadvantaged individuals and communities in Derbyshire. Their funding covers core activities and specific projects to address areas of need in the areas of law that we support.
East Midlands Chamber connects, supports and champions businesses and communities across Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone: The Elm Foundation is here to support you.
Access to Work can help you get or stay in work if you have a physical or mental health condition or disability.
GOV.UK Department for Work and Pensions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions and child maintenance policy. As the UK’s biggest public service department it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers.
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
The HSE is Britain’s national regulator for workplace health and safety. They are dedicated to protecting people and places, and helping everyone lead safer and healthier lives.
The mission of the Housing Ombudsman Service is to improve landlords’ services and residents’ lives through housing complaints. They are an independent, impartial, and free service for social housing residents.
View the address, contact details and job vacancies available at the JobCentre Plus.
Through their helplines, resources and network of local Minds, they provide life-saving information, support, and advice. They campaign to improve services, challenge stigma and make mental health a priority.
North East Derbyshire District Council
North East Derbyshire District Council is a forward thinking inclusive, accessible and innovative authority that strives to do the best for the residents and businesses of North East Derbyshire.
TPAS are here to promote, support and champion tenant engagement and influence in social housing across England, by bringing tenants, landlords and service providers together to have the conversations that matter. When the voices of tenants are heard, social housing works better.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy July 2023
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Delivering Services To Vulnerable People Policy v6 Aug26
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