Diversity Champions

Diversity Champions

 

The University aims to develop and enhance a fair and inclusive working and learning environment for the benefit of all.  The establishment of Diversity Champions in each School/Service is an important initiative for the University in support of this aim. 

Working in collaboration with the EDI Manager, the responsibilities of the champions is to:

• Raise awareness of equality and diversity responsibilities within Schools/Services
• Act as an initial point of contact on equality and diversity queries within the Schools/Services
• To take forward matters arising within the School/Service to the EDI Committee/UEDIEC/EDI Manager as appropriate
• To advise the EDI Officer of current projects, initiatives or research within the School/Service, in order to assist in the delivery of appropriate EDI events and initiatives
• Play an active role in championing the University’s commitment to equality and diversity across the institution
• Advocate on equality and diversity matters
• Act as a conduit for information on equality initiatives and an advocate for positive change
• Raise awareness of the equality dimension in decision making in their department
• Actively support their School/Service in equality and diversity initiatives

 

Diversity Champions for Schools/Services