Equality and Diversity for Human Services

In a country that is home to so many different nationalities, the UK has built up a strong reputation towards helping our international friends. However, even with all the support in place, sadly inequality is still happening. For example, Premier League and EFL football are holding a nationwide movement in the fight against racism to support those who have fallen victim to abuse.  

In 2023, we all deserve to be treated equally, regardless of our social background. Equality and diversity are important values that should be upheld in all aspects of society, including human services. This blog explores the importance of equality and diversity and looks to identify how we can create a more inclusive world for everyone 

Equality in Human Services  

Today, it is vital that everyone has the same opportunities to access services and participate in society. Hobbies and other activities you can get involved in don’t discriminate, so neither should society. The UK has proved recently through the Ukrainian support to victims fleeing the war that we are a supportive nation, helping those in need. So, it’s important to create a positive society that embraces all; generating a community where we all feel we belong. After all, an equal society leads to a happier and healthier community.  

Diversity in Human Services  

Diversity is known as the foundation of human services. By supporting one another and providing services to those in need, we are able to not only help everyone celebrate but also embrace differences. If we look to define diversity, it would be referred to as appreciating the differences between people and treating people’s values, beliefs, cultures, and lifestyles with respect. So ultimately, if we fail to identify the importance of diversity, then the overall aim of equality is almost impossible to achieve; how can we respect someone's beliefs if we don’t learn to accept and understand the culture they have come from?  

Diversity is important because it makes our communities stronger. When we celebrate diversity, we send a powerful message of inclusion to everyone around us; including those who might not feel like they belong.

Develop your Understanding with a Master’s Degree 

Looking to expand your professional knowledge in a rewarding sector that will help you make a positive difference in the community you are working in? The growing social and economic challenges that young people are facing mean that there’s never been a better time to work in the community and youth work sector. So, if you’re a recent graduate and like the idea of progressing your knowledge with an MA Community Development and Youth Studies degree, now is a great time to start your postgraduate education. 

As a leading university in Greater Manchester with over 60 different nationalities on-campus, we are one of the UK’s most multicultural higher education institutions; voted first in the Northwest for Social Inclusion*. We are proud to provide a supportive learning environment that anyone can happily call home, regardless of where students are from. 

With excellent facilities and quality teaching from dedicated lecturers with professional experience, we are well-equipped to provide a well-rounded postgraduate programme using a teaching-intensive, research-informed approach. We offer a specific module dedicated to the equality and diversity of human services, meaning that our students gain an in-depth understanding of societal factors such as personal and social identity, age, gender and society, disability, voice, citizenship, race, ethnicity, and class. 

By choosing the University of Bolton, we can help prepare you to become a future leader. So, if you’re ready to take your next step in a rewarding career, read our MA Community Development and Youth Studies course details and find out more about what the degree entails. 

For more information, please contact us at enquiries@bolton.ac.uk or call on 01204 900600. 

*The Times and Sunday Times, Good University Guide – Social Inclusion – Northwest – 2022