Diversity Directorate
For more information about the Diversity Directorate email us at DiversityDirectorate2@surrey.pnn.police.uk
Surrey Police recognises that all individuals
are different and that those differences are valuable to the organisation. By recognising,
understanding and valuing diversity, the Force is creating an environment where
people feel included, able to be themselves, and can then contribute to their full
potential.
The Diversity Directorate was set up to help Surrey Police to ensure that diversity and equality is a central and vital part of our policies, procedures and decision making process. There are two strands to the Diversity Directorate: Internal and External.
Internally the Directorate acts as a co-ordinator of the Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Programme Board to ensure that Surrey Police comply with the Equality Act (2010). By complying with this Act Surrey Police are able to provide better service and opportunities to all ? members of staff and the public.
Surrey Police recognises that all individuals are different and that those differences are valuable and strengthen an organisation. By recognising, understanding and valuing diversity Surrey Police is creating an environment where people feel included, able to be themselves and can contribute to their full potential. The Diversity Directorate also provides guidance and support for officers and staff by promoting the different support groups available to minority members of staff. These support groups are not exclusive and help to provide information and guidance for all.
Externally, the Directorate provides a liaison point between communities and the police. It aims to build confidence and trust within the communities of Surrey to enable the organisation to deliver a more effective and equitable service, to gather better intelligence and to improve performance.
The Diversity Directorate also provides guidance and support for officers and staff by promoting the different support groups available to minority members of staff. These support groups are not exclusive and help to provide information and guidance for all.
Externally, the Directorate provide a liaison point between communities and the police. It aims to build confidence and trust within the communities of Surrey to enable the organisation to deliver a more effective and equitable service, to gather better intelligence and to improve performance.
Equality Information
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The Equality Act 2010 requires public bodies like Surrey Police to publish equality information about the 9 protected characteristics by 31 January 2012, and on an annual basis thereafter. This information will help us understand the effect of our policies and practices on different groups and fulfill our policing pledge to our communities; by treating you fairly with dignity and respect and ensuring you have fair access to our services. There are information gaps, in particular around take-up of training opportunities. We are working towards identifying and resolving these through our Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Strategy for 2012-2015, which will be published in April.
Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Strategy 2012 - 2015
To ensure compliance with the Equality Act, 2010, public bodies are required to prepare and publish equality objectives by 5 April, 2012 and at least every four years thereafter. Surrey Police is pleased to publish its Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Strategy, which includes our equality objectives for the next 3 years. If you would like to provide comments/ feedback on our strategy please email DiversityDirectorate2@surrey.pnn.police.uk.
Independent Advisory Group (IAG)
One
of the most important resources Surrey Police has is the Independent Advisory Group
(IAG). The IAG helps Surrey to appreciate the particular experiences and needs of
individual communities.
The IAG for Surrey was formed in May 2001 as a direct result of the Stephen Lawrence Inquiry conducted by Lord McPherson. The report criticised certain aspects of policing in relation to investigating "major or critical incidents" particularly where these might have an impact on public confidence.
Lesbian and Gay Liaison Officers (LAGLO?s)
Surrey Police has a team of LAGLO officers covering the Surrey policing area. There are currently a total of 18 officers who have specialist knowledge and training surrounding the LGBT community and their issues.
LAGLO?s work closley with the LGBT community and can provide advice, support and assistance to victims and witnesses affected by homophobic incidents and crimes.
If you would like to have a LAGLO assist with your incident or query, let us know when you contact us.
How to Contact a LAGLO
You can contact us on 01483 630474 and leave us a message and someone will make contact over the following days as the phone is not monitored 24 hours a day. Alternatively you can email us at laglo@surrey.pnn.police.uk and someone will deal with your enquiry at the earliest opportunity.
You can now also follow us on Twitter @SurreyBeatLGBT and visit our Facebook page - Lesbian and Gay Liaison Officers (Surrey Police).
Surrey Police Staff Associations
The Diversity Directorate is responsible for the co-ordination of staff associations in Surrey Police. Staff associations assist with career development and ensure members are supported during times of difficulty or discipline.
Diversity Recruitment
The job of a police officer is often seen as challenging – possibly even more so if you have an ethnic background, are from the gay community or have a disability. Surrey Police are committed to working with all sections of our community, in particular with those from under represented groups. Regular presentation events are held at our Guildford headquarters which provide you with detailed information about being an officer.