Equality: Anti-Racism

Promoting Equality in Education

Latest Initiatives

A Diverse Workforce
A diverse workforce reflects a multi-cultural and multi-racial Scottish society at all levels, promoting greater understanding and cohesion, towards the creation of a fairer and more inclusive society;
Mobilising for Anti-Racism at Work
The EIS has produced Anti-racist Leadership Learning Resource for EIS Equality Reps, Trade Union Reps, Local Association Secretaries and Branch Secretaries.
Refugee Week Video
For Refugee Week, we have made a short film that shows the journey of the EIS Welcome Packs that extend a warm welcome to migrant and refugee children into Scottish schools.
National EIS BAME Network
The EIS Equality Department are now working with the EIS Glasgow BAME Network to develop a National Network for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Members.

Welcome to EIS Equality – Anti-racism

The EIS is committed to the promotion of sound learning, rooted in equality. We oppose racism in all its forms, and advocate for educational establishments to be safe, inclusive environments for all children, young people and staff.

On this area of our website, you can find out more about the EIS’s work towards race equality, access opportunities, events and learning, and useful anti-racist learning resources.

If you have a suggestion for what you think should be included on the website, please email John Harris (jharris@eis.org.uk).

Learning and Events

Educational Resources

Guidance and Policy

Member Led Activity

Looking for a new challenge? We are currently seeking a full time Administrative Assistant in our Employment Relations Department. The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Assistant General Secretary, Pension and Payroll Specialists and National…

Independent research commissioned by the EIS has shown that the workload burden faced by teachers causes stress in all aspects of their lives. The amount of unpaid work undertaken in evenings and weekends is leading to lower job satisfaction for teachers.

There are 19 days…

The Glasgow Statutory Ballot is open!

🗳️Don’t miss your chance to vote—get your ballot in the post today.

🗨️Chat with your colleagues and help ensure every vote is counted.

The Ballot will close on the 4th of February. #TeachersMakeGlasgow

Back at work after the lurgy took hold.

Is hard going in schools with fewer staff in place.

Make a difference.

Join @EISGlasgow colleagues in voting

Yellow envelope should have arrived. Post your return, I've voted Yes, but vital all just vote.

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Archive Material

View our archived material on Anti-Racism within Scotland’s education system