The EFA enables members to shares their ideas and experiences on innovative policy development with each other through seminars, workshops and other networking events.
We encourage members to share information whether it is on 'problems faced' or 'solutions'. Currently this information can be obtained confidentially. As awareness of best practice grows the EFA will make new case studies available.
There are currently a limited number of historical case studies available on this website; however, some members have developed learning in sensitive policy areas which are available to EFA members privately. Click here to access.
If you are unable to find information relevant to your organisation or issue, or would like to share your knowledge of best practice please contact us.
The introduction of legislation in October 2006 means that advice on best practice and policy development must take into account the new regulations. It is therefore essential that employers take legal advice before embarking on policy changes.
Key steps to success in age diversity:
We encourage members to share information whether it is on 'problems faced' or 'solutions'. Currently this information can be obtained confidentially. As awareness of best practice grows the EFA will make new case studies available.
There are currently a limited number of historical case studies available on this website; however, some members have developed learning in sensitive policy areas which are available to EFA members privately. Click here to access.
If you are unable to find information relevant to your organisation or issue, or would like to share your knowledge of best practice please contact us.
The introduction of legislation in October 2006 means that advice on best practice and policy development must take into account the new regulations. It is therefore essential that employers take legal advice before embarking on policy changes.
Key steps to success in age diversity:
- Age profile your workforce
Measure your workforce age profile across different parts of the business. Consider age alongside other diversity issues.
- Audit age out of policies
Ensure that your employment, training, communications and other policies are age neutral and don't disadvantage particular age groups. Start by including age within your Equal Opportunity statement / policy if appropriate.
- Change existing working practices
Remove unnecessary age criteria from day-to-day practice and procedure (to comply with age laws). Make age awareness training available to all employees.
- Ensure Top-level involvement
Establish an age champion to keep age on the Board's agenda and build age awareness into all aspects of the business.
- Raise awareness with all stakeholders
Help employees, customers, suppliers and the wider community recognise the organisation's commitment on age. Ensure everyone understands the value of age diversity.
- Measure the impact
Create measurable performance indicators and develop accountability. Establish benefit to bottom line, where possible, to help deliver success.
