The Oxford Women’s Staff Network (OWN) is an open and welcoming space for women working in all role types and grades, and is inclusive of both University and college staff.
The network is open to anyone who identifies as a woman, including trans women and non-binary people who are comfortable in a women-centred community. The network is inclusive of people with multiple identities, and aims to work collaboratively with the Disabled Staff, LGBT+ and BME Staff Networks, and in support of subject-specific women's networks.
Vision
The women’s staff network is anchored in a shared commitment to raising the profile of women at Oxford and creating a supportive, inclusive and aspirational community that connects women from across the University.
The network aims to centre its work around the following principles:
- Connection – Connect women across the University with each other, across roles, grades, departments and between colleges and the University.
- Development – Provide a platform for identifying professional development opportunities.
- Advocacy – Act as a voice for women across the University, and advocate for progress on issues most impacting the community.
- Visibility – Make visible the achievements and aims of women across the University, past and present.
Leadership
The network is led by a Steering Group, which is comprised of members who have been nominated and elected to a two-year term. Read the Steering Group Member Role Specification for more information.
Steering Group vacancies are advertised through the OWN mailing list and in the EDI Hub Bulletin.
Stay tuned for vacancy announcements in Hilary term 2025.
Join the network
If you would like to join the network, please sign up to our mailing list to receive regular updates and to be invited to the next meeting.
For any questions, please contact the Equality and Diversity team.
