10 | Accord Housing Association
Our Employees
The strength of Accord lies in the quality and commitment of its employees . The ability to meet our business objectives and commitments to customers in an efficient manner depends on the contribution of employees throughout all aspects of the business . Accord is committed to equal opportunities for all employees and will not discriminate against the nine protected characteristics , which are : age ; being or becoming a transsexual person ; being married or in a civil partnership ; being pregnant or having a child ; disability ; race including colour , nationality , ethnic or national origin ; religion / belief or lack of religion / belief ; sex and sexual orientation .
The Board conducts an annual review of equality and diversity across the whole organisation to identify successes , challenges and future actions ; this includes further embedding an inclusive culture , our response to the Black Lives Matter movement and striving to close the gender pay gap . We already have many mechanisms in place to ensure the working environment is free from discrimination , stereotyping or unconscious bias , including being a Disability Confident employer , Stonewall diversity champions , and have a number of trained mental health first aiders to support colleagues ’ health and well-being .
Accord demonstrates its commitment to equality and fairness in all aspects of employment , including recruitment , career development , training , promotion and welfare , ensuring that these practices are objective and free from prejudice , bias or discrimination . Accord continues to be committed to consulting with employees and keeping them informed on matters affecting them and on the progress of the organisation .