Equality Action Plan Update May 2017

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1 SCOTTISH RUGBY UNION Action Plan Action Plan Update May 2017 Scottish Rugby s Action Plan set out the Goals, Actions and Performance Indicators Scottish Rugby sought to achieve over the plan period. Progress against this Plan has been regularly monitored by Scottish Rugby s internal Action Team, and the group s assessment of the progress being made has been documented in the attached schedules. A traffic light monitoring system has also been prepared for ease of reference. An overview of the key points is set out below. Status Update The Action Plan contained 40 Actions, all of which were due to be completed within the Plan period i.e. by 31 December As at the end of 2016 thirty four of these Actions had been fully completed (being 85% of the total). Of the remaining Actions, three related to preparation for the new Plan (Actions 6.1.1, and 6.1.3). During the early part of 2017 these Actions were completed and this Update has been prepared to reflect this change in the post-plan period. This leaves three Actions, all relating to Engagement with Black and Ethnic Minority Communities which were partially, but not yet fully, completed. These Actions numbers 1.2.1, and sought to ensure that Scotland s black and ethnic minority communities are fully engaged with the game. Progress has been made in this regard but there remains more to do. In summary, considerable progress was achieved over the Plan period - with the equality objectives Scottish Rugby set itself now substantially achieved (with 37 out of 40 wholly completed). Preparation is now underway for a new Plan to help take the game forward. This new Plan will build on the successes of the Action Plan Further Information The Scottish Rugby Outreach & and the Action Team are happy to provide such further information or detail as to the progress being made as may be required. GA Ireland 15 May

2 Goal 1: Improve research into under-represented groups and understanding of the issues and barriers faced by those groups Objective Action Responsibility Timeframe Performance Indicator Status 1.1 Identify and monitor the demographic profile of Scottish Rugby (including Board, Council, staff and the wider game). 1. Carry out demographic audits on all key areas of the sport, with comparison with national census. 2. Prepare report on findings from demographic survey for consideration by (a) Board and (b) Council. Action Team Q Q Survey results aggregated for review. Survey Report to be minuted. Achieved Board meeting 24 April 2014 Council meeting 8 May Conduct specific further investigation into participation levels and barriers affecting potentially under-represented groups. 1. In association with BEMIS, conduct specific studies into the participation rates within (a) the Asian and (b) the Muslim Scottish communities. Q Outcomes to be reported to the Board and Council in Q Meetings with BEMIS and Glasgow Life. Consultation with Sporting Equals. Work ongoing 2. Undertake further targeted study into participation rates amongst Catholic Scots, including in relation to barriers which might be affecting participation Q Outcomes to be reported to the Board and Council in Q In 2013/14 delivery to75% of Catholic secondary schools (compared with 79% non- denominational) (2014/15 77% Catholic v.74% nondenominational). 3. Work with Scottish Disability Sport (SDS) to get a better understanding of, and advice for, inclusion opportunities with people with disabilities. Q Outcomes to be reported to the Board and Council in Q Achieved Leaflet and video produced with SDS and other partners for SRU and SDS website with information on opportunities in disability rugby. 2

3 Goal 2: Develop and implement practices to increase access for under-represented groups Objective Action Responsibility Timeframe Performance Indicator Status Gender 2.1 Further improve the opportunities for women and girls to participate in rugby, and to succeed with the Scottish representative teams. 1. Develop a specific, measurable and realistic implementation plan in support of the strategy paper A future for Women s Rugby in Scotland, with particular reference to: a. Establishment of a Scottish Women s Rugby Advisory Board; b. Appointment of a Women s Rugby; c. Growth of girls and women s rugby in schools and clubs; A girls and women s rugby Strategy Paper was taken to the Board and Council in Q It was agreed to fast track the proposals and during Q a Working Group asked to address the implementation issues associated with the paper. Women s Rugby Human Resources Women s Rugby 3 Q Membership appointed and first meeting held Advisory Board reported Nov 14 Q Position to be filled. By Q Measures to be proposed to Board by Working Group Sheila Begbie MBE appointed. Achieved (1) 3 Full time Women and Girls specific Development Staff appointed September 2015 (2) 21% increase in women and girl s teams in 2015/16 compared to 2014/15. (3) 14 new U12 teams and 26% increase in girl s teams in 2015/16 compared to 2014/15 (4) New competitions for 2016/17 season- Presidents

4 Conference at U15 and U18, Schools Cup and North Women s League d. Increased support for women s representative teams; and e. Increased finance for Women s Rugby. Women s Rugby By Q Measures to be proposed to Board by advisory the Working Group SWAB reported Nov 14. (1) Shade Munro appointed a full time head coach for Scotland Women (2) Jade Konkel became Scotland s first full time women player. 16 female players in BT Sport Scottish Rugby Stage 2 and 3 Academies Finance Director Q Inclusion in 2014/15 Budget. Health and Disability 2.2 Further improve the opportunities for those with specific disabilities to participate in rugby. 1. Improve the Membership section of the website to highlight the ability of disability sports clubs to join the SRU. Q Website updated.. 2. Raise the level of disability awareness amongst the development team. Schools & Youth / Head of Club Services By Q All development staff to undergo SDS disability awareness training. 3. Develop opportunities for further participation in rugby for people with learning difficulties. Schools & Youth / Head of Club Services Q Guidance distributed to development team. Examples : (1) 3-year Partnership with Trust Rugby launched in May Centres for Unified Rugby now operating in Kilmarnock, 4

5 Edinburgh and Glasgow (2) Scottish Rugby provided kit for The Clan to attend Mixed Ability Rugby World Tournament in Bradford in August 2015 (3) Scottish Rugby supported Get Onside rugby delivered at Murrayfield Wanderers for people who use social work services. 4. Increase support to wheelchair rugby. Club Services Q Wheelchair rugby support plan produced. e.g. Dundee Dragons and Caledonian Crushers are associate member clubs of SRU. Glasgow Panthers linked to Glasgow East Rugby Club. Video and materials on website. Kit provided for wheelchair 7 s to participate in world alternative games 2016 Ethnicity 2.3 Further improve the opportunities for those from under represented ethnic groups to participate in rugby. 1. In association with BEMIS, develop specific guidance and materials to assist the development team to promote participation by under - Q Materials and guidance distributed to development team and available on website. (1) Ongoing discussions with BEMIS, Glasgow Life, Sporting Equals (2) Pilot projects to be delivered in Glasgow and Aberdeen during

6 Religion 2.4 Further improve the opportunities for those from under represented religious backgrounds to participate in rugby. represented ethnic minorities in the game. 1. In association with BEMIS, develop specific guidance and materials to assist the development team to promote participation by under - represented faith groups in the game. Q Materials and guidance distributed to development team and available on website. (3) Delivered rugby sessions at Glasgow Mela- summer 2016 (1) As 2.3 above. Gender reassignment 2.5 Further improve the opportunities for transgender athletes to participate in rugby. 1. Improve the transgender section of the website to clarify the ability of transgender athletes to participate. Q Website updated. Sexual Orientation 2.6 Ensure Scottish Rugby s policies reflect best practice within Scottish Sport. 1. Monitor ongoing work being undertaken by sportscotland into the Scottish LGBT Sports Charter and reflect outcomes in Plan. Q Awaiting sportscotland outcomes. Achieved LGBT Sports Charter launched in May Scottish Rugby is a signatory. Other activities have included e.g. ongoing work with Caledonian Thebans (support of annual coaching clinic and Bingham Cup bid). New Club- Glasgow Alphas established in November 2015 and are associate members of SRU. 6

7 Goal 3: Raise awareness and understanding of equality for all involved in Scottish Rugby through recruitment, training and education Objective Action Responsibility Timeframe Performance Indicator Status Recruitment and HR Policies 3.1 Ensure that key recruitment and associated policies continue reflect equality legislation and the objectives of the Action Plan 1. Continue cyclical round of equality impact assessments on key HR policies. HR Ongoing To be report to Board and Council as part of Annual Review. Ongoing Staff Training and Awareness 3.2 Ensure that all staff, regardless of function or level, receive a standard introduction to matters. 1. awareness briefing to be provided as part of the Team Brief. HR Q Briefings to have been recorded by HR. 2. Following initial briefing staff members required to complete ACAS online training module. HR Q Staff members to provide HR with copy of course certificate. Staff requested to undertake training /lodge certificate. 3. Conduct further Team Brief and renewed training offer aimed (in particular) at new starts. HR Q As above for 1 and 2. Board and Council 3.3 Ensure that Board and Council members receive an introduction to matters. 1. awareness briefing to be provided as part of briefing associated with the Survey. Q session to be noted in the appropriate minutes. Achieved 2. Board and Council members to be encouraged to complete the ACAS online training module. Q To be included in L&G monthly report; link to be forwarded to each Board and Council member; and one follow up reminder issued. Achieved 7

8 3. awareness section to be included in Induction for new Board and Council members. General Counsel Q New section to have been prepared for Induction folder. Included in updated pack Member Clubs 3.4 Increase awareness amongst the individual member clubs. 1. Develop guidance and support appropriate to the needs of the member clubs. Q Inclusion within Club Communication ezine. 2. Make available the online ACAS training module. Q Inclusion within Club Communication ezine. (Q1 2015) Goal 4: Improve the communication and marketing of equality issues and equality within Scottish Rugby Objective Action Responsibility Timeframe Performance Indicator Status 4.1 Ensure that Scottish Rugby s commitment to equality is publicly accessible. 1. Refresh Scottish Rugby Values section of website to reflect new Action Plan. Q New website material uploaded and accessible. Achieved 2. Communicate updated equality web content to membership. Q Inclusion in club ezine. Achieved 4.2 Ensure that awareness of the inclusiveness of rugby and Scottish Rugby s equality Plan is regularly communicated. 1. Ensure that Scottish Rugby communications pay due regard to diversity in terms of quantity, imagery and language. Communications Throughout Plan period Content of press releases, web stories and ezines. Ongoing. 4.3 Promote equality successes arising from implementation of the Action Plan. 1. Ensure key Plan achievements are publicised via website and ezines. Communications Throughout Plan period Web article and ezine content Ongoing. 8

9 2. Annual performance report to be made available to the member clubs via the website. Q Q Link to be included in Club Communication ezine Report on website to follow. Goal 5: Set accountability for equality at the highest levels within Scottish Rugby Objective Action Responsibility Timeframe Performance Indicator Status Operational Responsibility 5.1 To ensure that the day-to-day implementation of the Plan is undertaken by appropriately skilled management group. Senior Management Oversight 1. Appoint a cross functional Action Team (EAT) with operational responsibility for implementation of the Plan. 2. EAT to meet with representatives from appropriate expert groups (BEMIS, Scottish Disability Sport, etc.) to take specialist guidance as to implementation issues. Chief Executive Q Q Q Q Q Q Group to have been appointed and to have met. Group to have been appointed and to have met. Ongoing Have met and are working with appropriate groups and experts. 5.2 To ensure that the implementation of the Plan is reviewed on a regular basis by Scottish Rugby s senior managers. 1. Performance against Plan to be an item on the Senior Management Team Agenda each half year. General Counsel Q Q Q Q Q Inclusion as a SMT Agenda Item. issues are considered by the SMT as a regular part of its ongoing business. decision in 2016 include e.g. signing Scottish LGBT Charter, support for Bingham Cup bid, etc 9

10 Board and Council 5.3 To ensure that progress against the Plan is reported to, and monitored by, the Scottish Rugby Board and Council. 1. An annual performance report shall be prepared each year for consideration of the Board and Council. Q Q Report prepared and including with Board and Council papers. Report to Board on 2 Nov Member Clubs 5.4 To ensure that the membership is kept aware of progress against the Plan. 1. Annual performance report to be made available to the member clubs via the website Q Q Link to be included in Club Communication ezine Update posted to website Dec Update to be posted during Dec 16 Goal 6: Embed equality within the Scottish Rugby strategic planning process Objective Action Responsibility Timeframe Key Performance Indicator Status 6.1 Ensure that updated demographic data is available for the Senior Management Team (SMT) in advance of next strategic planning phase. 1. Carry out demographic audits on all key areas of the sport, with comparison with to national census. 2. Prepare report on findings from demographic survey for consideration by the SMT Action Team Q Q Survey results aggregated for review. Survey Report submitted to SMT. April 2017 May Ensure that the Scottish Rugby post 2016 Strategic Plan includes equality as a key planning issue. 1. Board Champion to confirm equality considerations have been accounted for in draft Strategy Document presented to Scottish Rugby Board. General Counsel Q Board minute. May

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