Equality Impact Assessments (EIAs)
Government creation of EIAs:
The Macpherson report (1999) led to the requirement for the public sector to assess equality of impact to ensure that their operations are non-discriminatory.
What are Equality Impact Assessments?
Equality Impact Assessments (EIAs) are methods of ‘self-assessment or auditing’, which results in a detailed indicator on the University’s performance with the Equality Act (2010) and the Public Sector Equality Duty (2011).
- Refer to webpage: Definitions of an EIA
- To ensure fairness and equality of opportunity across University policies, practices, procedures and services.
- To ensure our customers receive a competitive and reputable service.
- To manage the risk of discrimination in line with funding expectations.
- To adhere to the requirements of the Specific Duties for Scotland.
How do I conduct an EIA?
Follow the guidance on webpage: EIA Toolkit
Recognition: For awareness a list of online University EIA guidance was forwarded to ECU, who stated “They are pretty comprehensive!"
University commitment to EIAs:
The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting and monitoring fairness and equality of opportunity throughout its operations, for our staff; students; and anyone associated with the University (e.g. visitors, contractors and service providers). As part of this commitment, the University are conducting EIAs as a performance and compliance tool.
- Refer to webpage: Completed EIAs
- Refer to webpage: Engagement: Opinions & Feedback