The aim of the CCQM is to improve equality, reduce discrimination, and enable equitable access to opportunities for every citizen. The CCQM supports organisations and individuals to reflect on their services and improve the knowledge, understanding and practices that support work, wellbeing, enjoyment and quality of life for adults and children.
The Council’s vision for Leeds is to be the best council in the best city, to reduce inequalities, understand and address causes of unfairness, and ensure equity of outcomes for all. The task of creating a culturally cohesive society in which all individuals and communities live side by side harmoniously, feeling respected, safe, valued, and having equal opportunities for personal success and fulfilment, is complex. The CCQM provides a framework to increase and embed culturally positive attitudes and behaviour into practices and structures, and reduce segregation and inequality across communities in Leeds and beyond.
Resources
1. September 2025 update
Our team is committed to making strong progress towards the CCQM:
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Reflected on our achievements and set clear priorities for the year ahead, with plans to further grow the CCQM working group.
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Updated the LGBTQ+ A–Z guide to ensure language and guidance remain current and inclusive.
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Revised MHMSS, replacing gender-related questions with sex-related questions for improved clarity and accuracy.
2. October 2025 update
Our team has continued to make meaningful strides in towards the CCQM:
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Updated AMR resources to ensure they are more accessible and user‑friendly.
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Engaged with schools through our consultants to explore how we can make services and resources more inclusive.
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Supported Show Racism the Red Card Day to stand against discrimination and promote equality.
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Hosted the Herd Farm Open Day, welcoming families from the Alwoodley parish to an inclusive community event.
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3. November 2025 update
We remain committed and are steadily progressing towards the CCQM:
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Held discussions on how to make our events more inclusive by identifying and reducing barriers to participation.
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Continued attending DAWN network meetings to learn from people with lived experience of disability.
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Begun applying insights from these sessions to drive improved council practice and enhance our own services and support.