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Equality Delivery System (EDS) Paul Deemer – NHS Employers Supporting the EDS Implementation. Personal, Fair and Diverse. Equality Delivery System. Definitions / descriptions. The EDS is designed to improve scrutiny and increase accountability for equality and diversity. Clear vision
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Equality Delivery System (EDS) Paul Deemer – NHS Employers Supporting the EDS Implementation Personal, Fair and Diverse
Equality Delivery System Definitions / descriptions The EDS is designed to improve scrutiny and increase accountability for equality and diversity • Clear vision • Clear purpose • Outcome focussed • Clear roles • Leadership • Working together • Teamwork The EDS relies on the engagement of local interests and the involvement of staff through their representative bodies “The ancient Romans had a tradition: whenever one of their engineers constructed an arch, as the capstone was hoisted into place, the engineer assumed accountability for his work in the most profound way possible: he stood under the arch.” Michael Armstrong
How the Equality Delivery System improves accountability Identify local interests – patients, communities, staff and third sector Publish grades / actions and review Improved patient access and experience Better health outcomes for all Gather evidence – JSNA, public health data, staff surveys Jointly agree overall grade and prioritise Inclusive leadership at all levels Empowered, engaged and well-supported staff Agree roles and analyse performance against outcomes