Athena Swan
Athena Swan offers a valuable framework for introducing cultural changes that create a better environment for all members of University community.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Building an inclusive environment while providing advice, support and guidance on equality and diversity-related issues.
How we support inclusion and belonging
We value, promote and celebrate inclusion, challenging discrimination and putting equality, diversity and belonging at the heart of everything we do. We aim to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged.
Race Equality Charter
The Race Equality Charter (REC) offers a valuable framework to identify and address the barriers facing Black, Asian, and minority ethnic staff and students.
Disability Confident
Disability confident offers a valuable framework to identify and address cultural barriers facing the disabled community.
Harassment is Never OK
#NeverOK is a joint initiative run by the University and The SU, which aims to tackle all forms of harassment, bullying, sexual misconduct and discrimination.
Armed Forces Covenant
The covenant is a promise by us to ensure that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly.
Statement of Equality Objectives 2023 to 2025
Our Statement of Equality Objectives reflect Bath's priorities around equality, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I).
Toolkit
A range of resources to support staff and students in their equality, diversity and inclusion activities.
Commemorative Days Calendar
Key celebration dates in the inclusion calendar.
Pronouns and Inclusivity Guidance
This guide will help you learn more about inclusive language, with a focus on pronouns and their use.
Diversifying Recruitment Guide
This guide is for recruiting managers to help ensure we value, promote and celebrate inclusion in our recruitment practices across the University.
Videos
Watch videos by members of the University community.
Lived Experiences: An interview with Nyika Suttie
Nyika Suttie, from Student Policy and Safeguarding, discusses her experience of Dyspraxia, and the effects it has on her personal and professional life.
Lived Experiences: An interview with Rob Cooper
Rob Cooper from the Public Engagement office discusses his experience of having had Lymphoma, and the effect it had on his personal and professional life.
Lived Experiences - Professor Lizzi Milligan
Professor Lizzi Milligan, from the Department of Education, discusses her experience of Long Covid, and the effects it has had on her working life.
Training
We offer a range of virtual training workshops for staff and students. Contact us if you want to book a session or find out more about tailored workshops.
Staff training on equality, diversity and inclusion
Find out training available for you or your team, from online to in person sessions.
Policies and guidance
Discover key University's ED&I policies and find out more about Equality Impact Assessments.
Policies and protected groups
This page provides links to ED&I related policies and lists groups protected by Equality Act 2010.
Equality Impact Assessments
We’ve simplified our EIA process and we need your help raising awareness and asking your teams to complete it when required.
Partnerships
Find out about the other departments and teams around the University and externally helping to build and promote an inclusive environment.
External ED&I partnerships
University works together with local charities, B&NES Council, corporate and other partners to strengthen our commitment to EDI within the wider community.
EDI community
Meet the Culture and Inclusion team and other staff and student groups.
Staff Networks and Groups
Our Staff Networks are dedicated spaces for colleagues sharing particular circumstances or characteristics to connect with others and share their experiences.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Network
We provide a forum for equality and diversity issues. Each department at the University should have a representative on the Network.
Athena Swan Self Assessment Team
A list of the members of the Athena Swan self-assessment team (USAT).
Race Equality Charter University Self Assessment Team (REC USAT)
REC USAT is the group of people working to identify and address the barriers facing Black, Asian, and minority ethnic staff and students.
Culture and Inclusion team
The team provides advice and good practice to the University around equality, diversity, and inclusion and commitments under the Equality Act 2010.
News and events
Keep up to date with the latest developments, inspirational stories and events.
International Women's Day 2025
International Women's Day takes place on 8 March 2025. Find out how you can take part in celebrations throughout March.
Five departments receive prestigious awards for improving gender equality
University receives its first Athena Swan Gold award for Mathematical Sciences and a full house of Silvers for Faculty of E&D.
Lunar New Year 2025
Celebrating the Year of the Snake.
Disability History Month and International People with Disabilities Awareness Day (IDAD) 2024
The University commemorates Disability History Month from 14 November - 20 December and IDAD on 3 December with a series of activities and events.
Black History Month 2024
October marks Black History Month in the UK, and where teams across University host a range of activities, events and seminars.
About us
The University of Bath recognises that our diversity fuels our creativity and innovation. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion drives us forward every day to provide advice, support and guidance on equality and diversity-related matters. Everyone is welcome at the University of Bath and we are continuously working to create an inclusive community where our staff, students and visitors are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to the University.
Keep in touch
Contact us and follow our social media channels for regular updates on how we promote equality, diversity and inclusion at the University.