• Course overview



    Eligibility: Open to South Gloucestershire Council adult social care staff only.

    A human rights approach in adult social care goes beyond understanding the Human Rights Act 1998. It reflects core social work values—promoting dignity, participation, anti-discriminatory practice, and the social model of disability.

    This workshop introduces the principles and practicalities of applying a human rights approach in adult social care. It will explore the current legislative landscape and how human rights have been impacted in the post-pandemic context.

    Participants will engage with research and lived experiences to understand the benefits of this approach. Case law examples will illustrate how human rights considerations influence practice. The session will also explore strategies for embedding a human rights approach into everyday work, encouraging reflection and discussion on how to uphold rights-based practice in challenging environments.


    Learning outcomes

    As a result of this course, participants will :

    • Explore how human rights legislation in the UK applies to adult social care practice.
    • Develop understanding of a human rights approach through the lens of legal literacy, the social model of disability, and anti-discriminatory practice.
    • Identify both the benefits and challenges of applying a human rights approach, informed by research and lived experience.
    • Discuss practical examples of balancing risk and rights in everyday decision-making.
    • Examine case law and legal literacy to support taking a human rights approach.
    • Reflect on how their approach to human rights in practice may evolve in response to changing contexts.
    • Consider their own professional development in embedding a human rights approach.

    Charges

    This course is fully funded. When you sign up you'll be able to book your place for free. 

    Please refer to our terms and conditions for more information.

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    Course activities to complete

    • Book and attend at least 1 event(s)
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