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Blog Category: Equality & Diversity

"Equality and Diversity" is a concept and a set of principles aimed at promoting fairness, inclusivity, and equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background, characteristics, or circumstances.

Total posts in category: 161

International Youth Day (12 August)

Young people today face many challenges; as an example, economic uncertainty means that finding steady employment, affordable homes and long term financial security can become challenging. The United Nations’ (UN) International Youth Day aims to raise awareness of these issues, and encourage youth civic engagement in order to ensure that we can confront environmental, social […]

01/08/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Happy Feet!

Did you know that our feet take the full weight of our body? This is why it is very important to make sure they are supported. If your feet aren’t supported it can cause hip, knee and back problems. Giving the muscles and joints in the foot a chance to rest on a regular basis […]

25/07/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Hay fever levels are up!

Did you know if you suffer from hay fever, you can get a better night’s sleep if you wash your hair at bed time? One in five people are affected by hay fever at some point in their life; symptoms include sneezing, runny nose and itchy eyes. There are several ways in which you can relieve […]

18/07/2016

Health and Fitness tip of the Week: Preventing Cancer

Did you know in 2010, around 43% of cancer cases in the UK were caused by lifestyle and environmental factors? Making sure you’re healthy by eating right and exercising enough is one of the ways you can reduce the chances of cancer. When you are in the sun it is important to make sure you […]

11/07/2016

World Population Day (11 July 2016)

According to Population Institute calculations, in just under half an hour, the net growth to the population has already increased by over 6,000. This is unsurprising, given that population levels have been rising steadily for thousands of years. Even endless wars, epidemics, natural disasters and man-made hazards have not been enough to halt the trend. […]

01/07/2016

Health and Fitness tip of the Week: Forgiveness

Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned. – Buddha When somebody or something makes you unhappy, you have two choices: you can dwell on hurtful events and situations, or you can accept what has happened, and […]

20/06/2016

Health and Fitness tip of the Week: Looking after your heart!

Did you know that the heart is the strongest muscle in your body? Every day, your heart creates enough energy to drive a truck for 20 miles. It’s even strong enough to keep beating after it has been detached from the body. You heart can pump around 1.5 million barrels of blood during your lifetime. […]

13/06/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Bring on the sunshine!

Did You Know sunshine directly onto your skin helps you produce vitamin D, which fights depression, heart disease & osteoporosis? Sunlight has all sorts of health benefits such as; reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes, strengthening bones, lowering blood pressure and helping you sleep better. Although sunshine is great for increasing our mood and […]

06/06/2016

Learning Disability Week (20-26 June 2016)

This month sees the return of Learning Disability Week, a welcome opportunity to come together to celebrate the achievements of people with learning disabilities. NHS figures estimate that around 1.5m people in the UK have a learning disability, but what does it mean? A lack of understanding of the range of conditions that exist means […]

01/06/2016

Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Ready, Set, Breakfast!

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. As well as supplying us with energy, breakfast is a good way to provide the body with important vitamins such as iron, calcium and vitamin B. Studies show that breakfast can be important in maintaining a healthy body weight, skipping breakfast can lead to you over […]

30/05/2016