Upcoming Events:
EDI Monthly Connect Meeting
1 October, drop in from 2pm until 4pm (recurring on the first Tuesday of every month)
1st Floor Common Room, Hayes House, George Street
The Equality and Diversity Unit warmly invite you to join them for a casual and confidential social drop in at Hayes House.
Work in EDI can be lonely at times. Come along to connect informally with like-minded professionals and enjoy tea, coffee and cake together. If you have any questions about the session please do get in touch. And if you're able to join, let us know so that we can ensure we have enough snacks. Simply email the EDU
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University of Oxford EDI Community of Practice Training Conference
16 and 17 September 2024, 9 am to 4pm
Blavatnik School of Government, 120 Walton Street, Oxford
Day 1 - Hybrid, Day 2, Online only.
This 2 day conference is designed for Oxford professionals interested in enhancing their knowledge in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and professional development related to aspects of these roles. We have a few remaining in person tickets and there is space to join us online on the second day too.
Parents with babies or children under two are welcome to bring them along - please get in touch if you're planning to do so. There are facilities at the Blavatnik including baby change, highchairs, and a quiet/private space.
Not a member of the EDI Community of Practice? No problem. The event is open to anyone who is interested in learning more about EDI good practice.
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Athena Swan Showcase
24 September, 9:30am – 12:00pm (with lunch from 12:00 – 13:00pm)
Thatcher Business Education Centre, Said Business School
Join the Equality and Diversity Unit (EDU) to learn about the impact of Athena Swan across the University and gain insight in how to successfully advance gender equality. The event will feature:
• An overview of progress on gender equality and Athena Swan over the last ten years
• Presentations from departments and faculties on impactful and innovative approaches to address gender inequities, and;
• Discussions and networking opportunities with colleagues from across the University
As part of the event, we will welcome guests as part of the annual meeting of the International Alliance of Research Universities’ Gender Group, so there will also be an opportunity to network with colleagues working internationally on gender equality.
Attendance is limited by space, so please register your interest early.
Register here
Past events:
Breaking Barriers: Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in academic career progression at The University of Oxford
Co-authors Dr Mahima Mitra and Professor Sue Dopson, Professor Tim Soutphommasane (Chief Diversity Officer), the University’s Equality and Diversity team and Saïd Business School launched the Breaking Barriers report at a special event on 29 May 2024.
Find out more about the report
The Power of Perspectives: Diversifying Oxford’s Committees
Why should we put equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) at the heart of Oxford's committees?
In 2021, the University committed to ensuring University decision-making and governance structures are representative of the University community by setting targets for representation of Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) staff and women on Council and its main committees. These targets are accompanied by a number of actions in the institutional Athena Swan and Race Equality charter action plans.
The University has around 150 members of staff that are elected to sit on the University’s main committees, divisional and faculty boards - helping them play a vital role in the governance of the University. Each year, new committee members are recruited in Trinity term. Ahead of this annual opportunity to introduce fresh thinking into University decision-making, this talk explored why diversity on panels matters and how you can get involved. Hosted by Professor Tim Soutphommasane, Chief Diversity Officer, with Professor Patricia Daley and Professor Helen McShane.
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Calendar of EDI dates 2024/25
You may find this list of awareness days and weeks useful for timing events and communications activities.
Departments can also use this calendar to provide advance notice of the festivals for which staff might reasonably request leave. The University of Oxford is a diverse community, with people from many religious and cultural backgrounds. While this calendar is intended as a starting point, we recognise that there may be other dates that are significant to individuals. We encourage you to make any requests for annual leave in plenty of time.
If we have missed an important date or got something wrong please let us know.
