We believe universities are transformative institutions that open up learning to all, increase understanding and help shape a more equal society.
At the University of Birmingham we have a strong commitment to fairness and inclusivity dating back to our founding in 1900. We strive to foster an environment where all members of our community can flourish, where our students, staff and leadership reflect wider society and where a diversity of experiences and perspectives is welcomed and encouraged. This commitment will always be at the heart of our academic mission and values.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy for 2025-2028 reaffirms this commitment. It sets out the actions we are taking to enhance fairness and inclusivity across our institution, with a particular focus on:
- Challenging barriers to equality
- Creating inclusive learning and working cultures
- Embedding accessibility across our campuses
- Building EDI into our organisational structures
You can read more about our Strategy here: EDI Strategy 2025-2028 (PDF), EDI Strategy 2025-2028 (Word).
We are proud holders of an Advance HE Race Equality Charter award and hold Athena Swan Charter awards at institutional level and across our academic Schools.
Key EDI documents: