ATTICS International Equality and Diversity Policy

These policies are developed exclusively for ATTICS International. Any copying, sharing, or reuse without written consent is not permitted.

Purpose

ATTICS International is committed to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and respect in all aspects of its operations.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all individuals engaging with ATTICS International  including employees, learners, clients, partners, and stakeholders are treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and are not subjected to discrimination or harassment of any kind.

Scope

This policy applies to:

It applies across all service areas:

Policy Statement

ATTICS International:

Equality Commitment

No individual shall be discriminated against on the basis of:

Positive Action Measures

ATTICS International may implement targeted positive action initiatives to address underrepresentation of specific groups in certification schemes or training programs, ensuring such measures are proportionate, time-limited, and do not constitute positive discrimination against other candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion Practices

ATTICS International commits to:

Universal Design Principles

All training materials, assessment tools, and digital platforms shall incorporate universal design principles to maximize accessibility for individuals with diverse abilities, language proficiencies, and cultural backgrounds from the initial development phase.

Fair Assessment and Certification

For training, examination, and certification services, ATTICS International ensures:

Responsibilities

Top Management

All Personnel

Partners and Approved Centres

Reporting and Complaints

Any individual who experiences or witnesses discrimination, harassment, or unfair treatment may report the matter through ATTICS International’s Complaints & Appeals Procedure.

All reports shall be handled confidentially, impartially, and without retaliation.

Protection Against Retaliation

Individuals reporting equality concerns or participating in investigations are protected against retaliation under ATTICS International’s Whistleblower Protection Policy, with any alleged retaliation treated as a separate disciplinary matter requiring immediate investigation.

Training and Awareness

ATTICS International provides equality and diversity awareness training to ensure understanding and implementation of this policy across all operations.

Monitoring and Improvement

Equality and diversity performance shall be monitored through:

Diversity Metrics and Reporting

ATTICS International collects and analyzes anonymous demographic data of candidates and employees to identify potential barriers to access or participation, with aggregated findings reported annually to management review and used to inform policy adjustments.

Compliance with International Standards

This policy supports alignment with:

Related Documents

This policy should be read in conjunction with:

Distribution

This policy is distributed to all employees via the company intranet and is available to stakeholders upon request. All personnel are responsible for reviewing and complying with the latest version available in the document management system.