Gender Equality
The key challenges for the Council in respect of promoting gender
equality are:
- Domestic violence, both men and women
- Equal pay
- Women and employment
- Transport – safety, accessibility and appropriate routes
- Teenage pregnancy
- Sexual health
- Trans men
and trans women
- Flexible working practices for men and women who are carers or
have childcare responsibilities
The Human Resources Team supports individuals who have experienced
or are experiencing discrimination, bullying or harassment for many
different reasons, including their gender. This category of crime
is called a hate crime. We can provide guidance and support,
and signpost people to individuals or organisations that provide
specialist advice and support. If you have been the victim of
a hate crime we would recommend that you report it to the
police. We can, if you wish, support you through this
process. Alternatively you can also
view our
webpage on Hate Crime.