Elderly care and home help companies: obligation to implement LGTBI+ equality and non-discrimination measures
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Summary
The modification of the VIII State Framework Agreement for dependency care services has been registered to incorporate Annexes V and VI. These new provisions require companies in the sector to implement planned measures for LGTBI+ equality and non-discrimination, including protocols against harassment and discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity (Annex V and VI).
In 3 key points
- Obligation to create a favourable diversity context and eliminate LGBTI+ discrimination (Anexo V, Primero)
- Guarantee of selection processes free from stereotypes, with special attention to transgender individuals (Anexo V, Segundo)
- Integration of LGBTI+ rights training modules for the entire workforce and senior management (Anexo V, Cuarto)
How it affects those involved
Private elderly care and home help companies must create a favourable diversity context and eliminate stereotypes in staff selection. LGBTI+ workers gain specific protection in professional classification and promotion based on objective criteria. Companies are required to bear the cost and manage specific LGBTI+ rights training for all staff, including middle and senior management.
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