Addressing the equality and human rights impact of digital services and AI is a priority area for us. We recently produced a 10-step guide that offers clear and practical guidance on assessing the equality impact of policies. Read our guide here:

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) has championed human rights for nearly 60 years. The UK signed up in 1976, promising freedom of expression and the right to a fair trial for people in Wales. Find out more 👉

Colleagues from the EHRC recently met staff from Uganda’s Human Rights Commission during their visit to the UK. They discussed the similar challenges and opportunities both organisations face and how they can work together to advance human rights around the world.

📚 Schools should be inclusive places for all. We encourage teachers and school leaders to read and engage with our resources and guidance on how to prevent hair discrimination in schools. View our resources here 👉

📢 Today we're releasing over 200 assessments of UK and Welsh Government actions on human rights through our updated Tracker tool. From education to voting rights, explore how governments are responding to UN recommendations:

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RT @EHRCScotland: We are deeply concerned by the findings of this report from @MentalWelfare. We urge the Scottish Government and all healt….

Providing access to safe spaces and having a specific policy are just some of the ways employers can support workers experiencing the #menopause. If you employ staff, read our guidance to ensure you understand your legal obligations:

🚨 Did you know, under equality law, all employers must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their staff?. 📝 Our 8-step guide is a useful tool to help you take positive action to prevent and deal with sexual harassment at work 👉

As part of our package of public sector equality duty (PSED) materials, we co-produced six case studies, which show how local authorities have considered the PSED to ensure they use AI technologies responsibly. Read the case studies here 👉

Our Chief Executive and colleagues recently met Graeme Reid, the Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity where they discussed approaches to ending harmful conversion practices. We look forward to continued collaboration with @IESOGI in future.

It's essential that public bodies assess the equality and human rights impact of digital services and artificial intelligence. 📝 Our 10-step guide offers clear and practical guidance on assessing the equality impact of policies. Read our guide here 👉

We recently updated our technical guidance for preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. Our guidance explains employers’ legal responsibilities and outlines practical steps that can be taken to prevent sexual harassment. Read more here 👉

🚨 Are you an employer or HR professional? . Our practical resources will help you understand your legal obligations in relation to supporting workers experiencing menopausal symptoms. 📖 Find out more:

We enforce the Equality Act 2010 and have unique powers to investigate when the law isn’t followed. Sometimes we assist in significant legal cases and at other times we undertake pre-enforcement work. Find out more about our legal action here 👇 .

RT @EHRCScotland: As the equality regulator, we work to uphold the Equality Act, including the Public Sector Equality Duty. The PSED requir….

We welcome that implementation of provisions within the Higher Education Act will proceed. Freedom of expression in HE should be upheld and should only be limited where there are genuine safety concerns, or where it constitutes unlawful behaviour. More:

Measures within the Employment Rights Bill could help tackle longstanding labour market inequalities. But we’ve asked MPs scrutinising the bill to also assess the risk of unintended consequences for some protected characteristic groups. Find out more:

Public services are organised and delivered differently across England, Scotland and Wales. All organisations that deliver public services are subject to the PSED general duty, but specific duties vary for each nation. Read more about specific duties:

🚨 Last chance to apply to be our Finance and Benefits Officer!. This is an exciting opportuning for someone who is organised, logical, and has a good level of financial awareness. Deadline: Sunday 12 Jan. Find out more 👉