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As part of understanding Diversity, this page explains briefly what is meant by some key phrases covering the various themes of Diversity.

Ageism

Stereotypes and prejudices held about people on grounds of their age.

Appearance

The way a person or thing looks to other people.

Beliefs

The feelings of certainty that something exists or is true.

Disability

Disability is the functional limitation within the individual caused by physical, mental or sensory impairment.

Diversity

Diversity is the acknowledgement and respect of differences within and between groups of people. Equality is the framework that enables opportunity, access, participation and contribution that is fair and inclusive.

Elitism

The belief that certain persons or members of certain classes or groups deserve favored treatment by virtue of their perceived superiority, as in intellect, social status, or financial resources.

Gender

The physical and/or social condition of being male or female.

Health

Health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being.

Language

Language discrimination is when a person is treated differently for the way he or she speaks.

Mental Health

The condition of the mind and the degree to which it is free from illness, or the state of being well.

Race

A group with particular similar physical characteristics, who are considered as belonging to the same type, or the fact of belonging to such a group.

Religion

The belief in and worship of a god or gods, or any such system of belief and worship.

Sexuality

The condition of being characterized and distinguished by sexual orientation.