The EAF is a discussion forum and consultation body working to support excellence in all aspects of physical and non-physical access at Essex.
The Black Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Staff Forum is a group made up of staff (including academic staff, professional services and Phd students) who identify as BAME/POC.
The Essex Women’s Network is open to all staff who work at our University and also to PhD students.
The Global Forum is a staff-led network which promotes, celebrates and emphasises the rich cultural diversity among Essex staff.
The Essex LGBT Alliance is a network of Essex-based organisations sharing resources and best practice for the benefit of everyone in the workplace.
Our LGBTQ+ Allies are a group of staff committed to ensuring that the University’s workplace is an inclusive and LGBTQ+ friendly environment.
Our LGBTQ+ Forum are a group of LGBTQ+ staff committed to supporting one another and consulting on LGBTQ+ matters within the University.
Working parents with shared interests and responsibilities who offer each other informal peer support on topics such as managing the transition back to work and the challenges of being a working parent.
A working group providing a space to enable the community to be heard more directly by the University.
As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, individual members of USG act as champions in relation to certain characteristics.
The Inclusivity Lead is your champion for inclusive teaching practices and inclusion for all.
At Essex we are committed to ensuring that all members of our University community are able to participate fully and equally in campus life.
We are required to take reasonable steps to ensure digital interfaces, printed materials and marketing activities are accessible to people with disabilities.
We are required by law to ensure that any documents we produce are fully accessible. Find out how to create accessible documents.