Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

The Maidenhead & District Stroke Club Committee (referred to as The Committee) believe in equal rights for all people, no matter what their gender, race, colour, religion, disability, political belief, economic status or sexual orientation. We go further than that by doing what we can to drive equity and inclusion in all we do.

 

The Committee is opposed to all forms of discrimination, and believes it is unacceptable for anyone to be discriminated against – including but not limited to any of the grounds of the list above.

 

We are committed to equality of opportunity for members and volunteers and believe that all those who meet us should be treated with respect and dignity. The Committee will aim to ensure that:

 

• Stroke Club meetings and activities are accessible to all regardless of their physical or communication disability

• Those who are affected by Stroke are aware of our group and can access information about how to join

• Our members and volunteers are aware of our policies and procedures in relation to ED&I

 

The Stroke Club holds its meetings at Cox Green Community Centre. This facility has been agreed by the Committee as suitable and accessible for all.

 

The Stroke Club will be advertised in the local community as much as is feasible. This will include posters in the library, GP surgeries, local pharmacies, citizen’s advice bureau, social services and the stroke ward of hospitals in the surrounding areas. At least once a year the Committee will ensure that new posters are posted to these locations. We are always open to suggestions as to finding new and creative ways to let people from all backgrounds know we are here for them.

 

The views and feelings of our members and guests are valued and respected. Language, humour or discussions around areas such as but not limited to gender, race, colour, religion, disability, political belief, economic status or sexual orientation which members find offensive will not be accepted.

 

Bullying, harassment or intimidation is not acceptable and will not be accepted.

 

We reserve the right to suspend any members, volunteers or committee members to investigate any allegations into behaviours that contravene our ED&I Policy.