Organisational structure 

The Equality Commission´s senior management team is led by chief executive, Evelyn Collins CBE.  There are four core divisions.  Click here to view the Commission´s organisational structure.

Advice and Compliance

This division provides advice and compliance support, training and guidance to employers and service providers on all aspects of their equality obligations, including codes of practice and best practice.  It also oversees the effectiveness of Section 75 equality and good relations duties and Disability duties on public authorities.

Legal, Policy and Research

This division concentrates on public policy, research and evaluation, along with legal casework and formal and Section 75 investigations. It provides public policy recommendations, including equality law reform, and an evidence based approach to policy development and delivery.

Communications and Promotion

The Communications and Promotion Division is responsible for stakeholder engagement, media relations, public engagement, campaigns and marketing.

Corporate Services

This division plays an overarching organisational support role for the Commission, supporting and enabling the other divisions in their outward facing service delivery. The division is responsible for corporate governance, strategic planning, business efficiency and shared services.