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England Basketball is deeply committed to achieving equality In the sport for all members and participants.

We believe that all those who contribute to basketball in the various roles of Coach, Referee, Table Official and Observer are committed to acting in a manner that is fair to all and free of prejudice.

For those who are unsure of England Basketball's Equal Opportunities and Equity Policy we recommend that you visit www.englandbasketball.co.uk in order to investigate this.

Sport England provides free on-line modules on Fairness and Inclusion if you feel this would help you in the delivery of your role. Visit www.fairnessandinclusion.org for more information.

Advice for Referees and Officials:

•  Do not allow considerations of race, religion, gender, ethnlcity, age, occupation, belief or disability to affect your treatment of any participant.

•  Do not discriminate against any participant based on race, religion, gender, ethniclty, age, occupation, belief or disability, or allow this to affect your control of the game or any decisions made during the course of the game.

•  Refrain from making personal comments to participants that could be interpreted in a negative fashion.

• Report any Instances of discrimination to the relevant authority.