C2E Equality Standard

In April 2010 the Equality Act became law. 7 years after C2E was founded to deliver practical solutions for organisations to make a real difference to the issues of racial equality and diversity in the workplace. Since then, the C2E Equality Standard for Business, as the authoritative market leader, has grown and developed into a streamlined, practical yet cutting edge programme that delivers the best in equality practice to organisations across the UK.

C2E Equality standard

Age, Disability, Gender reassignment, Marriage and Civil partnership, Pregnancy and maternity, Race, Religion or belief, Sex and Sexual orientation

The case for change is straightforward

  • Become a preferred employer and supplier
  • Have vision - look at demographic trends - these will impact on your organisation in the not too distant future
  • A recognised Committed2Equality employer reduces the risks and costs of non- compliance
  • The gains generated by embedding equality in every segment of your organisation will raise profits and increase the worth of the business

Equality in the workplace...

  • ...is a key dimension of Corporate Social Responsibility. Our surveys confirm that integrating equality into business strategy makes good bottom line sense
  • As a practical solution to achieving these goals the C2E Equality Standard, Committed2Equality (C2E), assists, advises and records commitment from SMEs and large organisations alike, working within the existing infrastructure and delivering measurable good equality practice - a valuable business asset which among other things demonstrates that the organisation is equality "fit to supply"

The role of C2E

  • C2E is an independent not for profit organisation. C2e's training programmes, Diversity Assured support, audit and assessment which enable organisations to certify their equality compliance with the Statutory Duties, are delivered by C2E's Equality Partners. C2E are responsible for review, accreditation, certification and awarding the C2E Equality Standard
  • The C2E Equality Standard is a solution that brings practical recommendations to life. We have specifically created this vehicle to advance existing equality activity and to deliver real measurable results on the equality agenda. Good Practice - Change models for Business to adopt - appropriate to their size
  • Accredited organisations are awarded a Unique Number ensuring visible confirmation of the business's Commitment to Equality
  • Change models are available for organisations of all sizes and include an award system for equality achievers. The award is a public display of commitment, and hence organisations have the opportunity of achieving public recognition
  • Recognition of commitment will aid the choice of suppliers, for large or small organisations, for government and for local authorities
  • Most importantly, individuals entering the employment arena can easily identify organisations, which are Committed2Equality
  • The C2E Equality Standard actions for business reflect the requirements within the Equality Act 2010

Please use the links to Equality Partners for further information