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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Building an inclusive environment while providing advice, support and guidance on equity and diversity-related issues.

How we support inclusion and belonging

We value, promote and celebrate inclusion, challenging discrimination and putting equity, diversity and belonging at the heart of everything we do. We aim to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged.


Athena Swan

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Athena Swan offers a valuable framework for introducing cultural changes that create a better environment for all members of University community.

Race Equality Charter

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The Race Equality Charter (REC) offers a valuable framework to identify and address the barriers facing Black, Asian, and minority ethnic staff and students.

Disability Confident

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Disability confident offers a valuable framework to identify and address cultural barriers facing the disabled community.

Harassment is Never OK

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#NeverOK is a joint initiative run by the University and The SU, which aims to tackle all forms of harassment, bullying, sexual misconduct and discrimination.

Equality Objectives 2026 – 2030

The University’s objectives for advancing equality, diversity and inclusion in compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty and the Equality Act 2010.

Toolkit

A range of resources to support staff and students in their equity, diversity and inclusion activities.


Diversifying Recruitment Guide

This guide is for recruiting managers to help ensure we value, promote and celebrate inclusion in our recruitment practices across the University.

Training

We offer a range of training for staff, find out more here.


Policies and guidance

Discover key University's EDI policies and find out more about Equality Impact Assessments.


Equality Impact Assessments

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We’ve simplified our EIA process and we need your help raising awareness and asking your teams to complete it when required.

EDI community

Meet the Culture and Inclusion team and EDI groups.


ËÄ»¢Ó°Ôº Networks and Groups

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Our ËÄ»¢Ó°Ôº Networks are dedicated spaces for colleagues sharing particular circumstances or characteristics to connect with others and share their experiences.

Culture and Inclusion team

The team provides advice and good practice to the University around equality, diversity, and inclusion and commitments under the Equality Act 2010.

News and events

Keep up to date with the latest developments, inspirational stories and events.


Campus Pride Month 2026

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Find out about the events and activities happening across the University to mark LGBTQ+ Pride this April.

Race Equality Week 2026

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The University commemorates Race Equality Week from 2 to 6 February with a series of activities and events.

About us

The ËÄ»¢Ó°Ôº recognises that our diversity fuels our creativity and innovation. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion drives us forward every day to provide advice, support and guidance on equity and diversity-related matters. Everyone is welcome at the ËÄ»¢Ó°Ôº and we are continuously working to create an inclusive community where our staff, students and visitors are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to the University.


Keep in touch

Contact us and follow our social media channels for regular updates on how we promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the University.