BME workers and people with other protected characteristics may be at greater risk due to coronavirus

Covid-19 equality guides

Trade Unions are leading the campaign to protect the most vulnerable workers during the coronavirus crisis. The guides below will help you if you have a protected characteristic, or a representing a colleague who does.

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BME workers in Wales and Covid-19

BME workers in Wales and Covid-19

Read our guide on issues facing BME workers in Wales during the Covid-19 crisis.

Sex and Covid-19

Sex and Covid-19

Read more about how the gendered impacts of Covid-19 intersect with other characteristics, what can be done and what we are seeking to do.

Pregnancy, maternity and work during the Covid-19 crisis

Pregnancy, maternity and work during the Covid-19 crisis

For pregnant women the coronavirus crisis can be particularly daunting. Read this guide for advice on what your rights are and what your employer should do to make sure you're safe if you're a pregnant worker.

LGBT+ workers in Wales and Covid-19

LGBT+ workers in Wales and Covid-19

Read our guide on some of the issues faced by LGBT+ workers in Wales during the coronavirus pandemic, and what employers can do to make work better.

Disabled workers in Wales and Covid-19

Disabled workers in Wales and Covid-19

Read our guide on how the Covid-19 crisis has further impacted disabled people and how we should move forward.

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Domestic abuse and Covid-19: supporting members in Wales

Read more about how many union reps are supporting union members and co-workers affected by domestic abuse during the coronavirus lockdown and how you can develop awareness and skills to give the best support and advice to someone who may be in danger or need support.

Age and Covid-19

Age is an important factor in how vulnerable you are to Covid-19 or its impacts. Older people are more likely to contract Covid-19 which can lead to serious illness or death. Older workers need to be protected both financially and with their workplace health and safety. As with other groups, older workers need help to allow them to work from home if possible.