Disability Support at Avon and Somerset Police

The Disability Confident Leader status is the highest level of the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. We have achieved this level since 2020. We recognise the need to be an inclusive employer of disabled people but also actively champion disability inclusion in our own communities and workplaces.

In order to achieve the Leader status, we continue to:

• demonstrate inclusive recruitment and retention practices
• actively support disabled and neurodivergent employees
• share best practice and encourage others to become disability confident
• undergo external validation of our approach to disability inclusion

Being a Disability Confident Leader means actively creating an environment where everyone can thrive. It is about challenging stereotypes, removing barriers, and ensuring equal opportunities for people with disabilities.

By fostering inclusion and accessibility, leaders empower individuals to contribute their unique talents, driving innovation and building a workplace that reflects fairness, respect, and diversity.