by EDI Blog | Jan 28, 2026 | Colleague Listening and Voice
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About At the Thomas Ashton Institute, our mission is rooted in improving the safety, health and wellbeing of people in work and society. But that commitment extends far beyond our research. It shapes how we work together, the way...
by EDI Blog | Jan 28, 2026 | LGBTQ+
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About Picture: Section 28 Demonstration on 20th of February 1988, Manchester. Copyright: Alamy/Mirrorpix Manchester is a city well-known for being at the forefront of the struggle for equality in the United Kingdom. Examples in...
by EDI Blog | Jan 5, 2026 | Data and Research
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About As we adapt for what’s to come, who we are and what we stand for won’t change. Our motto – Knowledge, Wisdom, Humanity – continues to guide us as we chart our next chapter as a globally recognised civic university. But...
by EDI Blog | Nov 12, 2025 | Religion and Belief
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About On 20th October 2025, one of the popular EDI staff networks – the Dharmic Cultures Network (DCN) organised a landmark Diwali ceremony at the University of Manchester. This event, attended by colleagues from across the...
by EDI Blog | Nov 12, 2025 | Disability, UK Disability History Month
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About When I was diagnosed with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) in 2012, my life changed overnight. I went from being a 16-year-old just starting college, making new friends, enjoying my independence,...
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