Create governance frameworks (the structures and processes that guide decision-making)
You could:
At foundation level:
- Set up clear governance structures to oversee equality and human rights programmes
- Support decision-making processes and ensure accountability
At development level:
- Create frameworks for overseeing equality and human rights work and making decisions
- Include regular reporting to senior management and governing boards
- Establish clear processes for handling equality concerns and complaints, including protection from retaliation (ensuring people can raise concerns safely)
At advanced level:
- Include stakeholders (such as service users) in governance structures where appropriate
Suggested Priority: High | Suggested Timeframe: Short (1-2 years) and ongoing
Understanding priorities and timeframes
Priority levels
- High priority: Essential actions that form the foundation for equality and human rights mainstreaming
- Medium priority: Important actions that build on foundational work
- Low priority: Beneficial actions for advanced implementation
Timeframes
- Short (1-2 years): Actions that can be implemented relatively quickly
- Medium (2-5 years): Actions requiring more extensive planning and resources
- Ongoing: Actions that should continue throughout your mainstreaming journey
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