1. Equality Framework for Lifelong Learning Min Rodriguez Lifelong Learning UK

2. Consistent approach to equalities Provides a minimum standard Establishes a model of excellence Joins up equality initiatives Considers all equality areas Incorporates measures to assess impact Aligned to common inspection framework Rationale

3. Aims of the Framework Establish and promote good practice Outcome focused approach - emphasis on self assessment and evidence gathering Take account of local needs and circumstances Integrates requirements of Equality Act 2010 Highlights role of providers and partners in challenging inequality in local communities

4. Levels of Performance The Framework consists of three levels of performance for benchmarking Level 1 – Developing Level 2 – Achieving Level 3 – Excelling

5. Performance Areas The five areas of performance Leadership and organisational commitment Learner and stakeholder engagement Learner achievement, access and experience A modern and diverse workforce Knowing your community and equality mapping

6. Model of Continuous Improvement Collect equality data, consult, assess Set equality priorities and objectives Monitor and evaluate Achieve and review equality outcomes

7. Phase One: Pilot Exercise Bradford College* Highbury College Bilborough College* Riverside College* Otley College* Michaeljohn Training School* Fortune Centre of Riding Therapy*

8. Phase Two: New Providers Yeovil College Peterborough Regional College Petroc College Epping Forest College A4e Ltd Derbyshire Learning and Development Consortium BL Hairdressing Cornwall College Beneast Training Ltd Kingston College East of England Next Steps Careers Yorkshire & Humber NETA Training Ltd Portland College Derby College Tyne Metropolitan College Oakwood Court College In Touch Care Ltd Anne Clarke Associates Ltd Carlisle College Kensington & Chelsea College City College, Brighton & Hove Bexley College Hopwood Hall College Burton College CfBT Next Step Halesowen College South Nottingham College Alliance Learning Ltd

9. Self Assessment: Performance against Standards Holistic and comprehensive approach Performance against criteria Evidence gathering Identifying improvements Action planning

10. Critical friend visit Online support – Excellence Gateway Development of validation process Pilot ends 31 st March 2011 Roll out to sector 2011/12 Next Steps: Getting Involved

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12. Contact Details Min Rodriguez Lifelong Learning UK Tel: 020 7375 9538 Email: minrodriguez@lluk.orgminrodriguez@lluk.org www.lluk.org