At Essex our people are at the centre of everything we do and we aspire to build a culture in which every member of the University feels valued and can flourish.
There are protected characteristics which are covered in the Equality Act 2010, discrimination against these is unlawful.
Policies, guidance and definitions related to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Find out about our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy 2019-25
We are committed to developing a framework of guidance to assist the University with supporting neurodiversity in the workplace.
We have developed some guidance for students and staff on the University’s approach and on where they can find help and report any incidents of misogyny, sexism, harassment, or sexual violence.
How we support new and existing trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming staff and those who transition while at Essex.
The University celebrates diversity, challenges inequality and is committed to establishing an environment that is free from any form of harassment or bullying.
We have a zero tolerance to sexual harassment, abuse and misconduct. Read our policy on non-disclosure agreements.
Charters, awards and pledges related to equality, diversity and inclusion.
The submissions we have made to Stonewall for participation in its Workplace Equality Index.
Read more about our University and departmental gender equality awards.
Read more about our gender equality awards and applications including Athena SWAN and the GEM award.
Read about how the Athena SWAN award has helped new initiatives and policies be introduced into the University.
Read more about the Race Equality Charter (REC).
We’re committed to hiring more people who are disabled to help us transform our culture, customer relations and performance.
The Technician Commitment aims to ensure visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians working in higher education and research, across all disciplines.
Find out more about our pledge to honour the Armed Forces Covenant.
Reports and action plans related to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion annual reports.
The Gender Equality Plan demonstrates our commitment to gender equality and sets clear goals and detailed actions and measures to achieve them.