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Welcome to this short Online Programme on equality and diversity. Its purpose is to explain what equality and diversity mean and how they affect you. We will also look at some of the barriers that can prevent equality from being realised and cover the key legislation surrounding it. Finally, we will take a look at both employers' and employees' responsibilities in relation to the legislation.

This short online programme is designed for anyone who comes into contact with children through their work or leisure activities. Information sharing is key to delivering better, more efficient services that are coordinated around the needs of children, young people and families. It is essential to enable early intervention and preventative work, for safeguarding and promoting welfare and for wider public protection. Information sharing is a vital element in improving outcomes for all.