Read the pamphlet of the Equality and Human Rights Commission and choose the correct answers to the questions below.
We are the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). We are Great Britain’s national equality organisation that has been awarded an ‘A’ status as a National Human Rights Institution by the United Nations.
Our job is to make Britain fairer. We do this by safeguarding and enforcing the laws that protect people’s rights to fairness, dignity, and respect.
The Commission operates independently. We aim to be an expert and authoritative organisation that is a centre of excellence for evidence, analysis, equality, and human rights law. We also aspire to be an essential point of contact for policy makers, public bodies, and businesses.
We use our unique powers to challenge discrimination, promote equality of opportunity, and protect human rights on all levels. We work with other organisations and individuals to achieve our aims but are ready to take strict actions against those who abuse the rights of others.
Our vision
We live in a country with a long history of upholding people’s rights, valuing diversity, and challenging intolerance. The Commission seeks to maintain and strengthen this heritage while identifying and tackling areas where there is still unfair discrimination or where human rights are not being respected.
Other information
If you think you might have been treated unfairly and want further advice, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service.
Telephone: 0808 800 0082
Textphone: 0808 800 0084
You can also email us using the contact form on our website.
Opening hours:
9 am to 7 pm Monday to Friday
10 am to 2 pm Saturday
Closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Choose the correct option.
What does the Equality and Human Rights Commission do for people? [It helps them use their unique powers.|It helps them find better employers.|It helps them protect their rights and take actions against discrimination.]
When is this organisation open? [Only on weekdays.|Every day except Sundays.|At the weekend and weekdays.]
How can you contact the Equality and Human Rights Commission? [Only by phone.|Only by email.|By phone, textphone, and email.]