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Equality and Diversity
What are Equality and Diversity?
Equality is about treating people with respect and dignity, and providing everyone with opportunities to fulfil their potential.
Diversity brings a huge range of benefits for the University. The more diverse our staff and students populations are, the more we will all benefit due to the rich mix of backgrounds, heritages, ages, experiences and skills that spark innovation and create a fruitful and vibrant community.
Equality and Diversity Report 2010-11
The annual Equality and Diversity Report for 2010-11 has been approved by the Board of Governors. This report highlights some of our key activities and achievements as well as providing a summary of equality statistics for both staff and students. It also features training opportunities and examples of staff and student experiences.
Equality Objectives 2012 - 2016
These objectives form the basis of our approach to equality for the next four years and will be underpinned by equality action plans within every Faculty and Service.
University Equality Objectives (PDF, file size: 56.96KB)
University Equality Objectives explanatory notes (PDF, file size: 129.68KB)
For more information visit our Equality Policy webpage.
Current Events
We promote and celebrate many aspects of diversity throughout the year. As well as our own events, we highlight national and international celebrations.
To find out more visit Diversity Events.
Holy Days and Festivals Calendar: To find out more about religious holy days and festivals visit the BBC Multifaith Calendar.
Celebrating Diversity Highlights
All year round, events are organised across the University to celebrate and promote our diversity. The University is also involved in many events organised by our local partners. A big thank you to all those who have a role in organising and supporting these.
Celebrating Diversity Newsletter January 2012 (PDF, file size: 661.25KB)
Celebrating Diversity Newsletter Jan 2012 (DOCX, file size: 384.4KB)
If you have been involved in an event or activity which celebrates diversity or raises awareness or are planning to, please let us know so it can be included in our next newsletter.
Equality objectives
Our Scheme outlines our policy and objectives for delivering equality of opportunity and access to all. Read more about Equality objectives »
Inclusive Curriculum
Information on diversity and inclusion in learning, teaching and assessment - accessibility, disability, gender, LGBT and ethnicity. Read more about Inclusive Curriculum »
Training and Development Activities
Find out more about equality and diversity and why they are important aspects of your study or work. Read more about Training and Development Activities »
Bullying and harassment
Discrimination, harassment or bullying are not tolerated. We work to promote good relations between all staff and students. Read more about Bullying and harassment »
Getting Involved
Discuss issues around equality and discrimination, and think about how to be more inclusive as you work or study. Read more about Getting Involved »
Age
The legislation on age equality aims to bring about long term cultural changes and challenge assumptions and stereotyping on the grounds of age. Read more about Age »
Disability
Information on disability equality, support at the University for disabled students and staff, and organisations to contact for advice. Read more about Disability »
Gender
We appreciate the positive contribution that men, women, transmen and transwomen make to society. Read more about Gender »
Race
We seek to eliminate discrimination and positively promote equality of opportunity and good relations between people of all racial groups. Read more about Race »
Religion or Belief
Information on our catering facilities, Multifaith Chaplaincy and prayer facilities. Also links to local and national information on religion and belief. Read more about Religion or Belief »
Sexual Orientation
Information on issues around sexual orientation, and sources of advice, support and social networking for gay, lesbian and bisexual people. Read more about Sexual Orientation »
