0141 332 4632Introduction
Welcome to Visibility Scotland’s Knowledge Centre, our first digital library.
The primary goal of our Knowledge Centre is to provide an up-to-date resource library that showcases lived experience and Human Rights. By highlighting good practices, we aim to inform and inspire others to adopt inclusive and accessible approaches. The Knowledge Centre offers accessible, straightforward information on popular topics, interviews, case studies, and more. The digital resource will grow, so please keep visiting it and sharing any information you believe should be featured.
The Equality Act 2010
The Equality Act 2010 is a key piece of legislation in the UK that consolidates and simplifies previous anti-discrimination laws into a single framework, making it easier to understand and enforce.
It provides robust legal protection for individuals who might face discrimination in various settings, including employment. This act protects people with disabilities, including vision impairment, by ensuring they are treated fairly at work and have equal opportunities to succeed.
Vision impairment is often a hidden disability; do not assume you know if someone requires support or reasonable adjustment. Best practice is to cultivate an inclusive and accessible environment that allows everyone to thrive.
Please contact us if you have a vision impairment, need support to access specific information, or require training to increase your independence.
If you employ a person with a vision impairment and want support to ensure the environment and work practices are accessible, please contact us.
Examples of good practice
Implementing good practices in relation to the Equality Act 2010 is crucial for fostering an inclusive and diverse environment.
Here are some effective hints and tips that should be enforced in all public and shared spaces:
Examples of good practice
- Never leave objects on the floor; this could lead to a trip or a fall.
- Always communicate verbally with a ‘’hello’’ and a ‘’goodbye’’ when entering and leaving a room.
- Be descriptive with communication. Do not use phrases such as over there.
- Use alt text for pictures; this is an image description.
- Make hyperlinks descriptive.
- Structure your document using Heading Styles (available on the Styles menu within Microsoft Word).
- Use the Accessibility Checker before saving your document to highlight and address accessibility issues.
