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EDI resources

Networks to join related to EDI, practical tools you can use and other relevant information.

Staff equalities networksÌý

×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳’s staff equalities networks are open to all staff. These are places where people with shared identities and backgrounds can connect with colleagues and make positive change across the university.Ìý


×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ wellbeingÌý

We aim to foster aÌýcultureÌýat ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳Ìýwhere all our staff and students can flourish. We also have programmes and support in place to protect staff and students from unacceptable behaviour.ÌýÌý
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IfÌýa student or member of staffÌýexperiences bullying, harassmentÌýorÌýsexual misconduct at the university,ÌýourÌýtrained Dignity AdvisorsÌýare available to talk to. They’re thereÌýtoÌýprovide an informalÌýandÌýconfidential information service, signpost to relevant support and advise on next steps.Ìý

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Gender equalityÌý


The Faculty of Life Sciences currently holds three Athena SWAN awards, in recognition of our workÌýto tackle gender inequality in higher education.ÌýÌý

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The Gender Equality Network is a ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ virtual networkÌýfor anyoneÌýinterested in gender equality to find out more:Ìý

Other networks relating to gender equality include:Ìý

Information forÌýnew and expectantÌýparents,Ìýincluding entitlement to leave and other benefits:Ìý
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Pregnant studentsÌý

×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ Parental Leave ToolkitÌý

More information on family-friendly policies at ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ HRÌý
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Disability equalityÌý

×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ offers a range ofÌýsupport for people with disabilities, including reasonable adjustments, access to buildings and IT support:Ìý

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Guidance on disability equality for staff and managers:Ìý

Information on dyslexia and other learning differences:Ìý


LGBTQ+ equalityÌý

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LGBTQ+ staff and students at ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ have access toÌýdedicated careerÌýsupport, mentoringÌýandÌýotherÌýresources:Ìý

Out@×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳Ìýis a staff social network and a way for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer (LGBTQ+) staff at ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ to connect and take part in activities:Ìý

Guidance for managers: supporting lesbian, gay and bisexual staff at work:Ìý

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q×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳Ìýis a university-wide initiative that brings together ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ staff and students with research and teaching interests in LGBTQ studies, gender and sexuality studies, queer theory and related fields:Ìý
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Race equalityÌý

×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ was one of the first universitiesÌýin the UK to receive a Race Equality Charter Bronze Award in January 2016Ìýin recognition ofÌýourÌýefforts to understand and address racial inequality in higher education. Ìý

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The ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ BME Attainment Project is aÌýthree-year project to address the disparities in attainment and experience of undergraduate BME and white students at ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳:Ìý

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Race equality networks, clubs and societiesÌýat ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳,ÌýofferingÌýnetworking, peer supportÌýandÌýsocial events:Ìý

Mentoring and leadership development for Black,ÌýasianÌýandÌýethnic minority staff:Ìý

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The Fair Recruitment Specialist Scheme sets upÌýracially-diverseÌýrecruitment panels, particularly for ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ departments thatÌýcan’tÌýprovide this from within their own staff cohort:Ìý

×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳’s Access and Widening Participation team runs visits, events and programmes forÌýschool children and adult learners who are under-represented in higher education:Ìý

Information on racial and xenophobic harassment, including who to contact for support, advice and positive action:Ìý


Religion and belief equalityÌý

Information for students on ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳’s approach to religion and belief equality:Ìý

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Information for ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ managers on how to respond to faith-related requests:Ìý

Religion and belief guidance for managersÌý

SupportÌýforÌýMuslim staff during Ramadan:Ìý

Supporting Muslim staff during RamadanÌý
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Quiet contemplation rooms for staff and registeredÌýstudents:Ìý

Places of worship, Interfaith Forum, events and activities:Ìý

Religious festivals, equality, diversity and inclusion related events and key dates:Ìý


Age equalityÌý

Age is classed as a protected characteristic in equality law and ×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ aims to support colleagues of all ages:Ìý


Deaf staff and staff with disabilitiesÌý

×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ staff who are Deaf or have a disability can access comprehensive support in the workplace:Ìý


Zero tolerance of bullying, harassment and sexual misconductÌý

×î×¼µÄÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ and the Students’ Union have set up the Zero Tolerance to Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct campaign, Full Stop. We all have a responsibility to make our university a safe space for all students and staff:Ìý

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Staff and students are welcome to talk to Dignity at Work Advisors for informal advice and support.Ìý

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HR policies and benefitsÌý

Other relevant policies, benefits and guidance:Ìý

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