Resource: Introduction to the Equality Act (2010) and the Protected Characteristics

This resource is aimed at organisations who want a basic overview of the Equality Act, what it means and how it relates to the third sector. It cannot be used as legal guidance.

It covers:

• The types of discrimination covered
• What is meant by the Protected Characteristics
• Exceptions, including implications for volunteers and the Charities’ Exception
• What is meant by Positive Action
• How the Act links to human rights

Use the links below to download the full resource.

You can view the rest of our Beyond Protected Characteristics series here.

The Beyond Protected Characteristics series was published in 2024.