Athena Swan
Athena Swan offers a valuable framework for introducing cultural changes that create a better environment for all members of University community.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Building an inclusive environment while providing advice, support and guidance on equality and diversity-related issues.
How we support inclusion and belonging
We value, promote and celebrate inclusion, challenging discrimination and putting equality, diversity and belonging at the heart of everything we do. We aim to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged.
Race Equality Charter
The Race Equality Charter (REC) offers a valuable framework to identify and address the barriers facing Black, Asian, and minority ethnic staff and students.
University renews disability confident accreditation
We are pleased to announce that we have successfully renewed our Disability Confident Leader Status.
Harassment is Never OK
#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.
Statement of Equality Objectives 2023 to 2025
Our Statement of Equality Objectives reflect Bath's priorities around equality, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I).
Toolkit
A range of resources to support staff and students in their equality, diversity and inclusion activities.
Diversifying our environment
Find out top tips to diversify recruitment, explore an employee's inclusive journey and learn more about good practice across other Departments.
Commemorative Days Calendar
Key celebration dates in the inclusion calendar.
Videos
Watch videos by members of the University community.
Nyika Suttie, from Student Policy and Safeguarding, discusses her experience of Dyspraxia, and the effects it has on her personal and professional life.
Rob Cooper from the Public Engagement office discusses his experience of having had Lymphoma, and the effect it had on his personal and professional life.
Professor Lizzi Milligan, from the Department of Education, discusses her experience of Long Covid, and the effects it has had on her working life.
Training
We offer a range of virtual training workshops for staff and students. Contact us if you want to book a session or find out more about tailored workshops.
Inclusive language
Making changes to use more inclusive language offers us a chance to grow and become better communicators while also caring for those we鈥檙e communicating with.
Being an Equality Ally
Understand the need for courageous allyship, and discover how to become an equality ally.
Unconscious Bias
Deepen your understanding of unconscious biases, how they influence behaviour, and how they impact us all.
ED&I Induction
An online page hosts an introduction to ED&I for those who are new to University
Inclusive Marketing
Empowering marketers to lead with their values, deepen connections with their customers, and reflect the diverse communities they serve.
Policies and guidance
Discover key University's ED&I policies and find out more about Equality Impact Assessments.
Policies and protected groups
This page provides links to ED&I related policies and lists groups protected by Equality Act 2010.
Equality Impact Assessments
We鈥檝e simplified our EIA process and we need your help raising awareness and asking your teams to complete it when required.
Partnerships
Find out about the other departments and teams around the University and externally helping to build and promote an inclusive environment.
External ED&I partnerships
University works together with local charities, B&NES Council, corporate and other partners to strengthen our commitment to EDI within the wider community.
EDI community
Meet the ED&I team and other staff and student groups.
Staff Networks and Groups
Our Staff Networks are dedicated spaces for colleagues sharing particular circumstances or characteristics to connect with others and share their experiences.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
We are responsible for the promotion of equality of opportunity across the University.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Network
We provide a forum for equality and diversity issues. Each department at the University should have a representative on the Network.
Athena Swan Self Assessment Team
A list of the members of the Athena Swan self-assessment team (USAT).
Race Equality Charter University Self Assessment Team (REC USAT)
REC USAT is the group of people working to identify and address the barriers facing Black, Asian, and minority ethnic staff and students.
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.
Disability History Month and International People with Disabilities Awareness Day (IDAD) 2024
The University commemorates Disability History Month from 14 November - 20 December and IDAD on 3 December with a series of activities and events.
Black History Month 2024
October marks Black History Month in the UK, and where teams across University host a range of activities, events and seminars.
EDI Officer appointed as Athena Swan Reviewer
Aiste Senulyte Zubiniene selected for a prestigious Athena Swan Reviewer role
About us
The 色中色 recognises that our diversity fuels our creativity and innovation. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion drives us forward every day to provide advice, support and guidance on equality and diversity-related matters. Everyone is welcome at the 色中色 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 equality, diversity and inclusion at the University.