Protected Characteristics & Priority Groups
Sexual Health D&G is committed to providing a service in which diversity is valued and encouraged, and to ensure that all people – patients, carers, families and staff – are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to provide a service that is accessible, appropriate and sensitive to the needs of all service users.
No-one should be excluded or experience difficulty in accessing and effectively using our service, especially in relation to the protected characteristics as outlined in the Equality Act 2010:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender Reassignment
- Marriage and Civil Partnership
- Pregnancy and Maternity
- Race and Ethnicity
- Religion or Belief
- Sex
- Sexual Orientation
In addition to these protected characteristics, Sexual Health D&G also pays particular attention to the needs of people who are:
- Looked After Children
- Survivors of Sexual Abuse
- Sex Workers
- Homeless
- Alcohol / Drug Dependent
- in the Custodial System
- living with Multiple Deprivation
For more information about equality and human rights, see:
equalityhumanrights.com/en/commission-scotland