The Commission in Wales champions equality and human rights for everyone living or working in Wales.
Equality Exchange Conference 2013 - A fresh approach to fairness
The Commission in Wales' annual conference was held in Llandrindod Wells on 5th June.
New guidance launched to help employers support staff experiencing domestic abuse
10/04/13
New guidance has been launched to help employers manage and support employees affected by domestic abuse, which one in four women will experience at some point in their lifetime.
Guidance on the Equality Duty for the Welsh Public Sector
Read the Commission’s guidance on the specific steps that Welsh listed bodies must take to help promote equality for anyone protected by the Equality Act 2010. The eight non-statutory guides are set out in the supporting documents below.
Supporting documents
1. The essential guide to the Public Sector Equality Duties in Wales
2. Equality Objectives and Strategic Equality Plans
3. Engagement
4. Assessment of impact
5. Equality information
6. Employment information, pay differences and staff training
7. Procurement
8. Annual reporting, publishing and Ministerial duties
Wales news and events
EHRC Response to the Commission on Devolution in Wales
The Commission has provided a formal response on the review of the powers of the National Assembly for Wales.
31/01/13
Equality Exchange Network - Using the census to promote equality
The next round of regional events are being held in February and March 2013 and focus on the 2011 Census.
15/01/13
Guidance on building a fairer Wales
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has today published Technical Guidance to assist public authorities in using the Public Sector Equality Duty Wales as a tool to improve public services in Wales. The new guidance will also assist courts and tribunals in passing judgement on issues of equality law.
Commission resources
Useful links and important information from the Commission
Our work
Securing a strong equality and human rights agenda
This publication looks back at the Commission in Wales' work in 2011/12, and outlines our priorities for the next 12 months.
How fair is Wales?
This Review brings together, for the first time, evidence to answer the question How fair is Wales?. It offers a new perspective on some persistent inequalities and it identifies some new challenges.
Your Business - Workplace policies on domestic abuse and mental health
Our 'Who do you see? Living together in Wales' research found that prejudices persist towards people with mental health conditions and domestic abuse. These are two areas that employers in Wales should make their business in order to tackle sickness absence, retain skilled and experienced staff and ensure staff feel safe and supported in the workplace.