Employee Networks and Steering Groups
LGBT+ Staff Network
The LGBT+ Staff Network is open to any member of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø staff who identifies as lesbian, gay, homosexual, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, non-binary gendered or as belonging to any other minority group determined by their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Members of staff who are LGBT+ allies (e.g. those who may not identify as LGBT+ themselves, but promote LGBT+ issues at work) are also welcome to attend network meetings and events.
Activities include:
- The network will work with external local, regional and national communities, allies and networks, including partner institutionsÂ
- To recognise and advance the intersectional identities of LGBT+ staff in collaboration with our collegiate staff networks, student bodies, allies and mentoring schemes working closely with EDI team and Stonewall Project Manager
- Providing information, support and networking opportunities to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø staff who identify as LGBT+
- Raising awareness of LGBT+ issues within the university, with the aim of promoting a comfortable, safe and inclusive environment for people who identify as LGBT+ across all ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø campuses
- Working with external local, regional and national communities, allies and networks, including partner institutions
Global Majority Staff Network
The Global Majority Staff Network aims to foster an inclusive and supportive environment at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, contributing to a culture of belonging and empowerment across the university. It is focused on representation, progression and equitable opportunity. The network will create a dedicated space for staff to connect, advocate and for their own professional development. The network is open to all ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Staff, with the aim to bring people together to create an institution where everyone feels they belong.
Activities include:
- Monthly network meetings
- Peer support sessions
- Cultural celebrations
- Mentoring programmes
- Guest speakers
- Strategic input into university policies
- Annual conference
If you would like to learn more, you can contact Dr Ayazullah Safi
How to get involved:
If you would like more information or to join any of the steering groups or networks then please contact us.
