{"id":148,"date":"2026-06-09T10:09:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T09:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/educationcpandsafeguarding\/?page_id=148"},"modified":"2026-10-05T18:49:09","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T17:49:09","slug":"dgc-race-aware-programme","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/educationcpandsafeguarding\/dgc-race-aware-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"DGC Race Aware Toolkit"},"content":{"rendered":"
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OUR COMMITMENT<\/h3>\n

\n \u201cRacism exists within our education system, interpersonally and institutionally.
\n We commit to eradicating racism through our anti-racist actions and policies.\u201d
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Source:<\/p>\n

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\n Whole School Approach to Racism and Racist Incidents (Scottish Government)
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\n This section provides guidance for schools on identifying, investigating, addressing, reporting and logging racial incidents. The aim is to support a consistent, proportionate and anti-racist response across Dumfries and Galloway schools.\n<\/p>\n

Responding to Racial Incidents<\/h2>\n
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1. Identification of a Racial Incident<\/h3>\n

Supporting staff to recognise racial incidents, understand the difference between inappropriate language, hate incidents and hate crimes, and know when further advice or escalation may be required.<\/p>\n

Read more \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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2. Investigation of a Racial Incident at School Level<\/h3>\n

Supporting schools to gather information, consider context, speak with those involved and respond fairly and consistently.<\/p>\n

Read more \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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3. How to Address a Racial Incident<\/h3>\n

Supporting schools to address harm, support affected learners, engage with families and use educational or restorative approaches where appropriate.<\/p>\n

Read more \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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4. Reporting and Logging a Racial Incident<\/h3>\n

Supporting schools to understand where incidents should be recorded, including education reporting systems, Health & Safety reporting routes and when Police Scotland should be contacted.<\/p>\n

Read more \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h3>\n

Answers to common questions about racial incidents, hate incidents, hate crime, reporting requirements, Police Scotland involvement and restorative approaches.<\/p>\n

Read more \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Anti-Racism Resources Guide<\/h2>\n
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\n This guide brings together national guidance, professional learning and practical resources to support anti-racist education across Dumfries and Galloway schools. It includes resources for school leaders, practitioners, classrooms, learner participation, community engagement and further support.\n <\/p>\n

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\n Download the Anti-Racism Resources Guide (PDF)
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Adaptable Communication Templates for Schools<\/h2>\n
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\n These templates provide examples and suggested wording to support clear, sensitive and consistent communication following a racial incident. They are not standard letters that must be used unchanged.\n <\/p>\n

\n Schools should adapt each template to the individual circumstances, the needs of the children and families involved, and their own established procedures.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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1. Whole-school communication following a racial incident<\/h3>\n

Suggested wording for communicating with the wider school community following an incident.<\/p>\n

Download template (Word)<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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2. Communication with parents\/carers of a child who has caused racial harm<\/h3>\n

Suggested wording to support a constructive and proportionate conversation with parents or carers.<\/p>\n

Download template (Word)<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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3. Parent Council briefing following a racial incident<\/h3>\n

Suggested wording for providing an appropriate briefing to a Parent Council.<\/p>\n

Download template (Word)<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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4. Communication with parents\/carers of a child who has experienced racism<\/h3>\n

Suggested wording centred on acknowledgement, support, safety and appropriate follow-up.<\/p>\n

Download template (Word)<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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5. Responding to complaints: suggested wording for schools<\/h3>\n

Suggested wording to help schools respond clearly and sensitively when concerns or complaints are raised.<\/p>\n

Download template (Word)<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Guiding Principles<\/h2>\n
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\n Safeguarding First<\/strong>
\n The safety and wellbeing of all pupils is our priority.\n <\/div>\n
\n Trauma-Informed Approach<\/strong>
\n We respond with empathy, respect and understanding.\n <\/div>\n
\n Equity, Inclusion & Respect<\/strong>
\n We challenge racism and promote belonging for all.\n <\/div>\n
\n Consistency & Accountability<\/strong>
\n We follow clear procedures and keep accurate records.\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n Using the toolkit:<\/strong> Each section includes further guidance, downloadable flowcharts, practical examples and links to relevant local and national resources.\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

OUR COMMITMENT \u201cRacism exists within our education system, interpersonally and institutionally. We commit to eradicating racism through our anti-racist actions and policies.\u201d Source: Whole School Approach to Racism and Racist Incidents (Scottish Government) This section provides guidance for schools on identifying, investigating, addressing, reporting and logging racial incidents. The aim is to support a consistent, proportionate and anti-racist response across Dumfries and Galloway schools. Responding to Racial Incidents 1. Identification<\/p>\n

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