HIEF/EOC Gender Equality Duty

There are still a few places left for the free of charge HIEF/EOC event,

"Doing the Gender Equality Duty Better in the Highlands & Islands"

This event will benefit those involved or interested in the public duty on gender - public authorities and groups and individuals focussed on gender issues. Its aim is to understand the next steps in developing the Duty, with an emphasis on practical tips as well as new learning

Agenda

Key speeches:

A vision for the future of the Scottish Parliament/Government - speaker tbc

Recent research findings – Scottish study on addressing gender inequalities in schools – Dr Alastair McPhee, Glasgow University

The Gender Duty Phase 2: Early lessons from first GES + what next - Philippa Bonella, EOC

Plus workshops with a focus on practical tips:

'Procurement' – Nick Croft, Edinburgh City Council

‘How to engage with the transgender community’ - Swans

‘How to develop an Equal Pay Statement’ - Emma Ritch, Close the Gap

'How to Equality Impact Assess' - Paddy Zakaria, Equality Forward

There are still some travel bursaries available. Please ask for details.

Closing date for registration is Tuesday 28th August. Contact hief@scvo.org.uk Tel 01463 251734