New education package to tackle caste discrimination

A new education project, which will work with local communities to tackle caste prejudice and discrimination has been unveiled by the Government. The initiative follows work within Government to identify the most appropriate and effective way of tackling caste-related problems.

The Government Equalities Office and the Department for Communities for Local Government have appointed Talk For A Change to work with all interested organisations to find practical solutions to the problems that caste-based prejudice can cause. The programme will generate educational material for employers, schools, colleges and community groups to raise awareness of, and help tackle, the problem.

Talk For A Change has extensive experience of working with local groups to address tough issues, helping to build positive relationships and resilient communities.

The Government has also asked the Equality and Human Rights Commission to examine the nature of caste prejudice and harassment, and consider what other action might be helpful. The Commission will publish its findings later in 2013.

For further information telephone 020 7211 6000.