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

This ballot isn’t just about workload. It’s about wellbeing.

It’s about keeping great teachers in the profession.

It’s about better outcomes for learners.

Vote YES YES now in the consultative ballot and put pressure on COSLA & the Scottish Government to act on CCT #SU4QE

Before you take a well deserved rest this summer don't forget to stand up for reduced workload ✊

1. Vote Now in the consultative ballot ☑️
2. Repost this message to remind others 🔁
3. Relaaaxxx 😎

We know it's the summer holidays but don't forget your EIS homework...

Voting in the consultative ballot!

We'll even tell you the answers 👇

Vote YES to ASOS and YES to Strike Action in pursuit of reducing weekly class contact time to 21 hours #SU4QE

Teaching should not come at the cost of your mental health or your personal time 🧠⏰

The 1.5h hour reduction won’t solve all our workload problems but it’s a step in the right direction #SU4QE

✅ Vote YES to strike
✅ Vote YES to ASOS

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Archive Material

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