Barriers to attending and participating

• Venues are physically accessible and accessible by public transport
• Gender neutral toilets are available
• It is clearly stated whether children are able to attend the event and actions are taken to enable people with caring responsibilities to fully participate
• Meetings aren’t always in the evenings
• There is a welcome steward and name badges for participants
• Reasonable adjustments are anticipated
• There are no communication barriers for people attending. Everyone can understand and contribute to discussion

Beyond the basics – conferences

• Staff and volunteers have received safeguarding and equality awareness training
• The event has a welfare and inclusion officer
• Additional services are available such as a crèche and quiet room
• The event programme has adequate breaks and a diverse speaker list
• Information is available in alternative formats such as braille or on CD
• Consideration has been made about the accessibility and facilities in the area around the venue including: street clutter, transport, and accommodation
• There is financial assistance to help pay for accommodation and transport
• Dietary requirements are considered
• It is clearly stated that abusive language will not be tolerated
• People are free not to participate if they don’t want to

Participating remotely

• Members are able to participate in meetings via digital methods such as Skype or social media
• Events are filmed and shared
• People are able to vote via post or by proxy

Campaigning activities

• A variety of campaigning activities are available
• People are offered tasks which match their skills and experience
• Volunteer job descriptions/role briefs are available to members

Challenging presenteeism

• Presenteeism and a long-hours culture is challenged. Breaks are encouraged
• All roles are equally valued

Recruiting new members

• Action is taken to recruit more LGBTI, ethnic minority, disabled people and women to the party
• Outreach activities are held at diverse range of events and locations