Protected Characteristics & Priority Groups 

Sexual Health D&G is committed to providing a service in which diversity is valued and encouraged, and to ensure that all people – patients, carers, families and staff – are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to provide a service that is accessible, appropriate and sensitive to the needs of all service users.
No-one should be excluded or experience difficulty in accessing and effectively using our service, especially in relation to the protected characteristics as outlined in the Equality Act 2010:

• Age
• Disability
• Gender Reassignment
• Marriage and Civil Partnership
• Pregnancy and Maternity
• Race and Ethnicity
• Religion or Belief
• Sex
• Sexual Orientation

In addition to these protected characteristics, Sexual Health D&G also pays particular attention to the needs of people who are:

• Looked After Children
• Survivors of Sexual Abuse
• Sex Workers
• Homeless
• Alcohol / Drug Dependent
• in the Custodial System
• living with Multiple Deprivation

For more information about equality and human rights, see: