Inclusion Policy

1. Introduction

All of us at Zomi Communications Ltd, including Antoinette Dale Henderson and the Leading with Gravitas associate team, believe in creating a learning environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. This Inclusion Policy highlights our commitment to promoting inclusion, equity, and accessibility in all aspects of our learning opportunities.

2. Principles of Inclusion

We adhere to the following principles to ensure inclusivity in our learning opportunities:

• Diversity: We celebrate and embrace the diversity of our participants, recognising that everyone brings unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to the learning environment.
• Equity: We strive to create equal opportunities for all individuals to participate and succeed in our learning programmes, regardless of their background, identity, or abilities.
• Accessibility: We provide accessible learning opportunities that accommodate the diverse needs and preferences of participants, including those with disabilities or specific requirements. Additionally, we have a Reasonable Adjustments Policy that outlines this further.

3. Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment

To promote inclusion, we:

• Provide Accessible Materials: We ensure that learning materials, resources, and technologies are accessible to all participants, including those with disabilities or diverse learning styles.
• Offer Flexible Learning Formats: We offer flexible learning formats, including online, in-person, and blended options, to accommodate participants’ preferences and circumstances.
• Facilitate Communication: We foster open and respectful communication channels that encourage participation and collaboration among all participants, regardless of background or identity.
• Promote Diversity and Representation: We integrate diverse perspectives, voices, and experiences into our learning content, examples, case studies, and discussions to reflect the richness of our global community.
• Provide Support Services: We offer support services, such as mentorship and coaching, to assist participants in overcoming barriers and achieving their learning goals.

4. Accessible Design

In pursuit of accessible materials, we adhere to the following practices:

Digital Content:

• Ensuring compliance with WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) for website accessibility.
• Providing alternative text for images and utilising screen-reader-friendly formats.
• Flexibility to offer materials in multiple formats (audio, video, text) to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.

Printed Materials:

• Utilising clear, legible fonts and high-contrast colour schemes.
• Provision of materials in large print or Braille upon request.
• Ensuring physical materials are user-friendly.

Audio and Visual Components:

• Incorporating subtitles or captions for all video content.
• Supplying transcripts for audio materials.
• Using clear, concise language, avoiding unnecessary jargon.

5. Commitment to Continuous Improvement

We are committed to:

• Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly monitoring and evaluating our programmes to assess their inclusivity, effectiveness, and impact on participants’ learning experiences.
• Feedback and Reflection: Soliciting feedback to continuously enhance the inclusivity of our learning opportunities.
• Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing training to ensure our understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices remains up to date.

6. Policy Review and Updates

This Inclusion Policy is reviewed periodically to ensure alignment with our values, goals, and evolving best practices in inclusive education.

7. Contact Information

For enquiries, feedback, or support related to inclusion in our learning opportunities, please contact us at katherine@gravitasprogramme.com