In order to provide equal employment, learning and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the IAOT will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities in compliance with all statutory and legal obligations and guidelines.

The IAOT do not discriminate in employment opportunities or operational practices on the basis of gender, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, age, religious or political beliefs, race or membership of the travelling community, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This policy governs all aspects of the delivering of training, employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Any employees or learners with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of the M.D. In turn it is also the policy of IAOT to deliver all its programmes and services to learners in accordance with good practices and in compliance with equality legislation and regulations.

Employees and learners can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment/course participation.