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Unconscious bias

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Unconscious bias

Think Local Act Personal

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Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

How someone's background and personal experiences affect what they think or assume about another person - such as a professional or a person receiving care and support services - without them realising. This can affect relationships between people and decisions that are made.

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