Magenta proactively encourages diversity and inclusion across all of our work practices, and we do not tolerate discrimination in any form. We are committed to adapting and educating ourselves to ensure good practice, providing opportunities for people to participate in our working practices on equal terms and in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Overview

Magenta aims to foster a workplace culture which promotes respect, acceptance and fairness among its workforce. We do not tolerate or ignore bullying, harassment or victimisation in our workplace and we treat all allegations and complaints about employee behaviour very seriously.

We recognise not all accessibility requirements are visible and personal needs may vary between individuals. Therefore, we avoid making assumptions and we wish to encourage a process of good practice where it is encouraged to talk openly, ask questions, learn and educate ourselves, and express oneself in a safe and comfortable environment. 

The policy’s purpose is to:

• provide equality, fairness and respect for all in our employment, whether temporary, part-time or full-time;

• not unlawfully discriminate in line with the Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation; and

• oppose and avoid all forms of unlawful discrimination. This includes in pay and benefits, terms and conditions of employment, dealing with grievances and discipline, dismissal, redundancy, leave for parents, requests for flexible working, and selection for employment, promotion, training or other developmental opportunities.

Magenta, and its employees, commit to the following:

When working with each other, we will

• encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in all of our work;

• create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation, promoting dignity and respect for all;

• not discriminate against fellow employees (whether full-time, part-time or freelance), customers, clients, suppliers or members of the public with whom we come into contact in our work;

• ensure hiring processes and progression in the company are based on merit, while providing the necessary resources and support for employees from marginalised groups to succeed; and

• review employment practices and procedures when necessary to ensure fairness, and also update them and the policy to take account of changes in the law.

When working with others, we will

• ensure that our research aims to include participants from a diverse range of backgrounds regarding ethnicity, gender and disability;

• ask participants if they have any accessibility considerations we can support to ensure the best experience;

• encourage our clients to consider and engage with issues regarding diversity and inclusion in their sector; and

• take seriously complaints of bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination by fellow employees, suppliers, clients, the public and any others linked to the company’s work activities. 

We commit to monitoring and assessing how the equality, diversity and inclusion policy, and any supporting action plan, are working in practice, reviewing them annually and take action to address any issues.