Networks to join related to EDI, practical tools you can use and other relevant information.
Staff equalities networksÌý
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø’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
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø wellbeingÌý
We aim to foster aÌýcultureÌýat Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍøÌýwhere 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 Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø virtual networkÌýfor anyoneÌýinterested in gender equality to find out more:Ìý
Other networks relating to gender equality include:Ìý
Parent and Carers Together (PACT)Ìý-Ìýa volunteer-led grassroots network that’s raising awareness of the needs of working parents and carers.Ìý
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Information forÌýnew and expectantÌýparents,Ìýincluding entitlement to leave and other benefits:Ìý
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Pregnant studentsÌý
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø Parental Leave ToolkitÌý
More information on family-friendly policies at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø HRÌý
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Disability equalityÌý
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø offers a range ofÌýsupport for people with disabilities, including reasonable adjustments, access to buildings and IT support:Ìý
How to book a sign language interpreterÌý
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Enable@Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍøÌýis a staff network for anyone with disabilities working at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø, as well anyone interested in promoting disability equality: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 Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø have access toÌýdedicated careerÌýsupport, mentoringÌýandÌýotherÌýresources:Ìý
Out@Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍøÌýis a staff social network and a way for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer (LGBTQ+) staff at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø to connect and take part in activities:Ìý
Guidance for managers: supporting lesbian, gay and bisexual staff at work:Ìý
LGBTQ+ support and equality for managersÌý
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Inclusion language is vital for a successful, inclusive and welcoming working environment.Ìý
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What is inclusion language?Ìý
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qÏã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍøÌýis a university-wide initiative that brings together Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø 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
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø 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 Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø BME Attainment Project is aÌýthree-year project to address the disparities in attainment and experience of undergraduate BME and white students at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø:Ìý
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Race equality networks, clubs and societiesÌýat Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø,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 Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø departments thatÌýcan’tÌýprovide this from within their own staff cohort:Ìý
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø’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 Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø’s approach to religion and belief equality:Ìý
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Information for Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø 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 Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø aims to support colleagues of all ages:Ìý
Deaf staff and staff with disabilitiesÌý
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø staff who are Deaf or have a disability can access comprehensive support in the workplace:Ìý
Zero tolerance of bullying, harassment and sexual misconductÌý
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø 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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Employee Assistance Programme - for staff access to counselling and other support servicesÌý
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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