Draft Age Equality Statement
Bridgend County Borough Council is committed to eliminating ageism and creating a place where people of all ages enjoy living, working and relaxing, and where they feel they can live life to the full.
We recognise that society has negative attitudes, stereotypes and myths about youth, ageing, younger people and older people and that these attitudes and beliefs can lead to both younger people and older people being socially and economically disadvantaged, excluded and isolated. Younger and older people make a significant and valuable contribution to the community and have the right to be listened to, treated with respect and provided with equality of opportunity.
We will aim to ensure that our children and young people have the best possible start in life and are supported to achieve their full potential. We will ensure that older people are valued as full citizens who can make a full contribution to life within the county borough and beyond. We will work with our partner organisations to develop and deliver strategies to improve the well-being of children and young people and older people in the county borough. We will also seek to build positive relationships and understanding between people of all age groups in the community, to build a stronger, cohesive and more caring community. We will work with our partner organisations to prevent abuse, victimisation or exploitation and will seek to ensure that people are able to live in a safe home and community. We are committed to tackling age discrimination and promoting equality of opportunity for all our employees.
- Last Updated: 01/09/2006
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