We are a global community. We believe our diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of our academic mission.
The University was founded in 1900 on an anti-discrimination ethos accepting men and women on an equal basis. Today, as a community of over 145 nationalities in one of the UK’s most vibrant cities, we remain committed to promoting equality, diversity and fairness irrespective of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief and sexual orientation.
Being a truly global university means embracing our diversity as a source of strength.
We celebrate our diversity and provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of the University community, from being members of the Athena SWAN Charter and Stonewall Diversity Champions, to our dedicated staff disability service, wide range of staff support groups and a multi-faith chaplaincy. We celebrate our diversity and provide a welcoming environment for all members of our community.
The University publishes information on equality and will be publishing its new equality scheme in spring 2012.