Introduction

We want NASS to be a fair, inclusive and safe place for all our communities and to challenge the inequities that may occur in our society. In order for us to address the external issues around health inequities it is first necessary for us to understand how we present as an organisation and also if we are reaching all of the audiences we claim to represent.

We are therefore opening a consultation with our staff, trustees, branches, members and wider axial SpA community to better understand how we perceive ourselves and how we are perceived by others.


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* 1. ·What is your own personal understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion within organisations and what do you think it means for NASS?

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* 2. Do you believe that the staff and trustee board at NASS represents a cross section of society in terms of protected characteristics such as race/ethnicity, sexuality and disability. Do we represent lower income families and those living with disabilities? How do you think we could improve if at all?

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* 3. Do you feel confident that NASS offers a safe space for the full cross section of society? Is there any way we could improve?

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* 4. Is the imagery that is used by NASS a fair reflection of society in the UK? Consider race and ethnicity, gender, sexuality and age, plus any other category you think appropriate. How do you think we could improve if at all?

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* 5. Is our messaging as inclusive as possible? For example, are there any marginalised groups that we exclude.

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* 6. Is the information we provide accessible? For example, consider if we provide enough information in printed format as well as digital, if our guides are accessible to people from different backgrounds, if the language we use is suitable and easy to understand.

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* 7. What do you think NASS should be doing to improve equality, diversity and inclusion?

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* 8. How does NASS compare with other organisations that you have worked for or are aware of? Are there any lessons we could learn as an organisation?

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* 9. If there is anything else you would like to add about NASS as an organisation and our approach to equality, diversity and inclusion please do so.

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