13.9.12

Equality Matters

The Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) and other Trade Unions represent their members at work regardless of their race, religion or ethnic origin; Trade Unions have also been tireless campaigners for women’s rights both in and out of the workplace.

Equality
Equality is about reaching and maintaining a fair society, where everyone can participate and has an equal opportunity to fulfil their potential. PCS helps work towards this by trying to eliminate prejudice and discrimination.

Diversity
Diversity can be defined as difference when used as a contrast or addition to equality; within the workplace it is about recognising individual as well as group differences and recognising these place positive values into our workforce. PCS campaigns against any form of discrimination. The local Branch has been involved in many equality events including but not limited to the subjects of: Anti-Bullying and Harassment, Stress Awareness, Black History Month, World Aids Day and Mental Health Awareness.

Proud
PCS Proud is the equality group representing lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) members. The aim of PCS Proud is to support LGBT members in the workplace and offer support, guidance and training for any issues they may encounter.

Further Information
A stand containing information on many aspects of equality in the workplace is being arranged by Fylde Central Benefits Branch and Services Branch as follows:

Tuesday 18th September 2012
Warbreck House Restaurant
11.45am – 1.30pm