The Trust is committed to being an organisation within which diversity is valued and appreciated. Which recognises that everyone is different, valuing the unique contribution that individual experience, knowledge and skills can make in delivering service goals and that this is visible at all levels of the organisation. The Trust is committed to continuous development of services, which are open, equally accessible and meet the needs of all sections of the community served.

The Trust’s priority is to continue to develop and change it’s organisational culture by showing true commitment in providing appropriate training and information for all staff, in order to raise awareness of diversity. The Trust will continue to work towards equality in all service provision, recognising and meeting the needs of the diverse communities of the Wirral.

The Trust will continue to strive to provide an environment in which people want to work and to be a model employer leading in good employment practice. The Trust is also committed to enabling each member of staff to achieve their full potential in an environment characterised by dignity and mutual respect.

The Trust will not tolerate discrimination, victimisation, bullying or harassment of any kind by any party. Any action or behaviour found to be in breach of any of these principles will be addressed in accordance with the Trust’s Procedures.

Equality is about creating a fairer society in which everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Diversity is about recognising and valuing difference in its broadest sense.