About the Race Equality Charter
The Race Equality Charter is a national scheme aimed at improving the representation, progression and success of minority ethnic staff and students.
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.
Our vision
The University is committed to the aims and principles of the Race Equality Charter to inspire cultural and procedural changes that will create a real difference for our Black, Asian, and minority ethnic staff and students.
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.
Race Equality Charter (REC) University Self-Assessment Team (USAT) terms of reference
Terms of Reference for REC USAT, including meeting intervals, reporting, and membership responsibilities.
News
Read updates about our latest activities and actions
Race Equality Blog
Find out updates on the activities we are undertaking as part of our REC action plan.
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.
“Black Academia – Lifting the Barriers” reports
The reports were co-sponsored by Professor Phil Taylor (Vice Chancellor).
Submission and action plan
A team led by Dr Teslim Bukoye is working to deliver on accreditation by July 2026. The REC team includes academics and professional services staff and represents a diverse range of experiences and personal characteristics, with a focus on ethnicity and its intersection with gender, sexuality, and disability. The team draws on surveys, focus groups, and institutional data covering all areas and levels of the university including recruitment, experience, and progression of staff and students.
Contact us
If you have any questions about Race Equality Charter, please contact us for information.