Equality and Diversity

London is one of the most diverse cities in the world, with over 300 languages spoken by the people that make up its seven million population. London Probation has to be aware and understand the needs of each of the different communities in the city in order to perfrom effectively, so diversity is obviously very important to us. So.....

What does diversity mean to London Probation?

"Diversity underpins all of our work and is at the heart of what we are and what we do. Our commitment goes beyond the legal requirements of the Equal Opportunities legislation.

It is about valuing, respecting and celebrating differences between individuals as well as utilising their talent and experiences allowing them to contribute their best.

We believe this can be done through creating a mutual understanding and learning environment based on inclusion that contributes towards meeting the needs of our diverse staff, offenders, victims and communities." - London Probation definition of diversity

We have a dedicated Equality and Diversity team that works hard to increase awareness and understanding of the diverse needs of the people we serve. This includes providing translations and interpreters for offenders where necessary, and also providing the necessary provisions for both offenders and staff with disabilities.

An on-line British national museum for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history and culture ancestry website named Proud Heritage went live on last week. It's worth exploring.

To find out more about the work we are doing to engage with the many different communities in London, please contact our Equality and Diversity team on 020 7960 1824.

London Probation publishes its second Equality Scheme

London Probation is pleased to publish its Equality Scheme and Action Plan for April 2009 – 2012. This Scheme updates the previous Scheme, published in April 2007. The Scheme responds to legislative duties on LP to promote equality in relation to race, gender and disability, and incorporates LP’s human rights approach. As good practice, LP has extended the Scheme to cover sexual orientation, age and religion and belief. LP has also revised its Equality Impact Assessment Tool. London Probation, a law enforcement agency, is committed to ensuring that it provides services of equal value to all its users, to become an employer of choice, and to make London a safer, more cohesive City.