Lauren Stella: 200 years of EDI Data Workshop and the Importance of Representation through Data

by EDI Blog | Jul 1, 2024 | Data and Research

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About Data is being collected everywhere, even as far as our internet browser cookies noting how long we hovered over the “PAY” button before committing. But a lot of collected data can be important to understanding real social...

Heather Lennox: Learning about Asexuality

by EDI Blog | Jun 6, 2024 | LGBTQ+

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About As part of my L5 CIPD HR apprenticeship, I was tasked with developing and implementing a people strategy with a focus on celebrating equality and diversity. With little scope to do so within my own role, I reached out to...

Laura Cragg: Importance of Charter marks at the University

by EDI Blog | May 29, 2024 | Charter Marks

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About June is chartermark month on the University’s 2024 Diversity calendar.   2023 was an important year with the submission of our Athena Swan and Race Equality Charter Silver applications, our Disability Confident Level 3...

Sarah Finn-Sell, Michelle Almeida and Catherine Stull: Parents and Carers Peer Support Staff Network Group and UN Global Day of Parents 2024

by EDI Blog | Apr 29, 2024 | Staff Networks

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About With over 140 staff members we are an ever-growing staff network to facilitate peer support and communication between parents and carers across the university in whatever form ‘parenting’ takes. We welcome all: mums, dads,...

Rachel Heyes: What are Staff Networks?

by EDI Blog | Apr 29, 2024 | Staff Networks

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion blog About If you’re new to the concept of staff network groups, you’re not alone. Before joining the University of Manchester, I hadn’t encountered them either. These networks are invaluable resources, offering peer...