UNISON's membership is made up of individuals from all walks of life and all parts of the world. Every one of them is entitled to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect.

Challenging discrimination and winning equality is at the heart of UNISON's policies. Because we recognise that equality is an inseparable part of all trade union issues, we actively campaign for equality in the workplace and in the wider world.

As the UK's major public sector trade union, UNISON also recognises its responsibility to harness the skills and knowledge of its membership. This is achieved by giving voice to public service workers on how public services are best provided and promoting equality in their delivery.

UNISON is proud of its record in winning equality, but we are not complacent. We will continue to promote equality and campaign to eliminate discrimination wherever we encounter it.

Latest equality updates

Is fairness at work important to you?

(15/03/10) Short animated film on how UNISON equality reps make the workplace better for all. Equality reps are trained to recognise discrimination and help members get the support of their union if things go wrong for them at work. http://www.unison.org.uk/video/video.asp?did=10858

February is LGBT History Month

(01/02/10) February is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender History Month - a celebration of the lives and achievements of the diverse LGBT community.

A million voices for equality

(17/08/2009) A million voices for change is UNISON's campaign to create a fairer and more equal society. If like us, you want to see changes that put people before profit and deliver social justice, good jobs and quality public services, then support our campaign.

UNISON and Fawcett Society call for equality bill to deliver equal pay for women

(27/07/09) Fawcett and UNISON are calling on Members of Parliament to support the inclusion of equal pay audits, hypothetical comparators and representative actions in the Equality Bill.

Making equality happen in UNISON branches

(23/06/09) Guide setting out how UNISON branches can make sure equality is part of everything they do.

Guide to equality in UNISON

(23/06/06) New guide giving an overview of UNISON's agenda for promoting equality and tackling discrimination in employment, in public services, across society and in our union.