Taking equality and diversity seriously is central to living our vision. It will improve the service we provide while ensuring we make the best use of resources, targeting them where they are needed, to make a positive difference to the individuals and communities we serve.
The residents we serve come from many different communities. Statistics from June 2011 show:
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two thirds of tenants are female
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one third of tenants are over 60 years old
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40 per cent of tenants are from black and minority ethnic (BME) communities
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one third of tenants are disabled.
The charity Stonewall (external link) estimates that around six per cent of the world's population are lesbian, gay or bisexual - which equates to 900 of our residents.
Our residents have more than 27 different languages as their first language; describe themselves by many different religions and belief systems; and live in households composed of single adults, couples and families of varying size.
Recognition of equality and diversity is fundamental to ensuring that our services are designed appropriately so that our residents receive an equal service regardless of who they are.