Page 18 - Anti-Racism Pocketbook for Schools and Academies

If an organisation develops and consciously promotes their
equality and diversity strategies, then they are identifying

that their organisations are not perfect and there needs to be

systems in place to ensure that every ethnic individual is able
to work and learn in a supportive environment. Providing

training and open forums for both students and staff within a

school can allow for open communication on racial prejudice

and racism within the education sector.

Involving children and young people and connecting with

ethnically diverse communities

Allowing students to become involved in local communities
can all them to connect with ethnically diverse individuals.

Not only does this allow them to develop life skills and social

awareness, by volunteering and doing outreach work

students will have the great opportunity to immerse
themselves in activities that are usually outside of their

comfort zone.

Outside of the valuable experience that students can achieve

from connecting with ethnically diverse communities,

students are able to develop employable skills. Showing a

sense of responsibility, selflessness, and respect for others
within their community, students are gaining qualities that

benefit their entirety of society.

Creating visually inclusive learning environments

When attempting to create a visually inclusive learning

environment, schools should demonstrate diversity though

their website, brochures, and other marketing materials.

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