Our overall objective is bringing people together and creating a fairer Britain. A fairer society benefits everyone in terms of economic prosperity, quality of life and good relations within and among communities. 

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Equality Act crest imageEquality Act 2010 guidance

Find guidance based on new equality law that comes into force in October.

Young Brits at ArtYoung Brits at Art 2010 winners announced

After much deliberation we are proud to announce the winning entries for Young Brits at Art 2010.

Image of the Nice Day video used for the Inquiry into disability-related harassment project

Inquiry into disability-related harassment

Find out about our Inquiry into disability-related harassment and how you can help us by submitting evidence.

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Triennial Review

Every three years, we must publish a report that demonstrates how far society is making progress in equality, good relations and human rights, which will help set our agenda for future work. 

Working Better

How can we match the aspirations of employees with the needs of employers in ways that meet both the economic and individual challenges of modern Britain?

Projects in Scotland

Find out about our projects in Scotland including Halt Hate Crime, the Inquiry into Human Trafficking in Scotland and our work to promote Independent Living.

 

Trans inequalities reviewed

Read the main findings from the Trans Research Review we published in October 2009 and the actions we will take over the next year.

Gypsies and travellers

Preserving the traditional lifestyle of these nomadic groups whilst meeting the health and education needs is a challenge met successfully by some pioneering local authorities.

Projects in Wales

Find out about our projects in Wales, such as Dignity Drive - the interactive human rights resource, Who do you See? and our violence against women campaign.