Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

The Amara Centre

Website: https://amaracentre.org/
Contact email: hello@amaracentre.org

Effective date: 7 August 2026

1. Introduction

The Amara Centre is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across all areas of our work.

We believe that every person affected by cancer should be treated with fairness, respect and dignity.

Cancer can affect anyone. However, people may experience different barriers when accessing information, support and services due to factors including financial circumstances, disability, location, social circumstances, cultural background or other forms of disadvantage.

The Amara Centre exists to reduce some of the practical and financial barriers that can accompany cancer. We are committed to ensuring that our organisation reflects the values of compassion, dignity, respect and inclusion.

2. Purpose of This Policy

This policy explains our commitment to:

  • Promoting equality and fairness.

  • Valuing diversity.

  • Preventing discrimination and harassment.

  • Creating an inclusive environment for everyone connected with The Amara Centre.

This policy applies to:

  • Trustees.

  • Staff.

  • Volunteers.

  • Ambassadors.

  • Fundraisers.

  • Partners.

  • People who engage with our services and activities.

3. Our Principles

The Amara Centre believes that:

  • Every person deserves compassion, hope and dignity when facing cancer.

  • Nobody should experience unfair treatment because of who they are or their circumstances.

  • Different experiences, cultures and perspectives strengthen communities.

  • People affected by cancer should be listened to and respected.

  • Support should be provided in a compassionate and non-judgemental way.

4. Equality

Equality means ensuring that people have fair access to opportunities, information and support.

We recognise that people may face different barriers and may require different approaches to achieve fair access.

We will consider barriers that may affect people’s ability to engage with our work, including:

  • Financial hardship.

  • Disability.

  • Geographical location.

  • Language barriers.

  • Digital access.

  • Communication needs.

  • Cultural circumstances.

5. Diversity

Diversity recognises and values the differences between people.

The Amara Centre respects diversity including differences relating to:

  • Age.

  • Disability.

  • Race and ethnicity.

  • Nationality.

  • Religion or belief.

  • Gender.

  • Sexual orientation.

  • Social background.

  • Health conditions.

  • Personal experiences and circumstances.

6. Inclusion

Inclusion means creating an environment where people feel respected, valued and able to participate.

We aim to ensure that:

  • People feel heard and respected.

  • Communication is compassionate and appropriate.

  • Information is accessible where reasonably possible.

  • Personal circumstances are considered sensitively.

  • People are supported without judgement.

7. Preventing Discrimination

The Amara Centre does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, bullying or unfair treatment.

Discrimination may include:

  • Direct unfair treatment.

  • Indirect barriers that disadvantage certain groups.

  • Inappropriate language or behaviour.

  • Harmful assumptions or stereotypes.

  • Exclusion from opportunities or support without reasonable justification.

Any concerns relating to discrimination will be taken seriously and addressed appropriately.

8. Cancer and Inequality

The Amara Centre recognises that people’s experiences of cancer can be influenced by wider inequalities.

Barriers may include:

  • Additional costs associated with cancer.

  • Reduced income during treatment.

  • Difficulty travelling to appointments.

  • Limited access to information.

  • Fear or stigma.

  • Lack of practical or emotional support.

Our work aims to understand and reduce these barriers where possible.

9. Working With Communities

The Amara Centre is committed to respecting the communities and individuals we support.

We will seek to:

  • Listen to lived experience.

  • Understand different perspectives.

  • Avoid assumptions.

  • Communicate with respect and sensitivity.

  • Ensure our work reflects the dignity of people affected by cancer.

10. Responsibilities

Everyone representing The Amara Centre has a responsibility to:

  • Treat others with respect.

  • Behave inclusively.

  • Challenge discrimination where appropriate.

  • Maintain professional and respectful conduct.

  • Uphold the values of the organisation.

Trustees and leaders have particular responsibility for ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion are considered within governance, decision-making and organisational development.

11. Accessibility

The Amara Centre aims to make our information, activities and services as accessible as reasonably possible.

We recognise that people may experience barriers relating to:

  • Disability.

  • Technology.

  • Language.

  • Communication needs.

  • Personal circumstances.

We are committed to improving accessibility as our resources and capacity develop.

12. Reporting Concerns

Anyone who experiences or witnesses discrimination, harassment or unfair treatment connected with The Amara Centre should contact:

Email: hello@amaracentre.org

Concerns will be treated seriously, respectfully and confidentially where possible.

13. Review of This Policy

This Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy will be reviewed regularly to ensure it continues to reflect:

  • Our values.

  • Our activities.

  • Legal requirements.

  • The needs of the people and communities we support.

14. Contact Us

The Amara Centre
Email: hello@amaracentre.org

Website: https://amaracentre.org/

The Amara Centre
Compassion. Hope. Dignity.