Introduction

Learn2Cycle Cycling Club recognises that it is essential to provide equal opportunities to all persons without discrimination. This policy sets out the organisation's position on equal opportunity in all aspects of volunteering, giving guidance and encouragement to volunteers to act fairly and prevent discrimination on the grounds of sex, race, marital status, age, sexual orientation or religion.

Statement of policy

(a) It is the policy of Learn2Cycle Cycling Club to ensure that no club member or volunteer receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation or religion. The organisation is committed not only to its legal obligations but also to the positive promotion of equality of opportunity in all aspects of membership and volunteering.

(b) The organisation recognises that adhering to the Equal Opportunities Policy maximises the effective use of individuals in both the organisation’s, members and volunteers best interests. Learn2Cycle Cycling Club recognises the great benefits in having a diverse membership base with different backgrounds.

(c) All members and volunteers of the club will be made aware of the provisions of this policy.

Volunteering

(a) Learn2Cycle Cycling Club will not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation or religion in the allocation of duties.

(b) All members/volunteers will be considered solely on their merits with equal opportunities for all.

Training

(a) Members/volunteers will be provided with appropriate training if they wish to participate in it regardless of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation or religion.

Grievances and victimisation

(a) Learn2Cycle Cycling Club emphasises that discrimination is unacceptable conduct within the Club and will not be tolerated.

(b) Any complaints of discrimination will be pursued via the Club Secretary.

This policy was last reviewed on: October 2022