Diversity Networks
These pages outline the work of the University of Cambridge in progressing equality through its staff and student networks. They provide information on the networks, their work and getting involved.
The University's diversity plays a key role in sustaining its academic excellence.
The Networks are supported by the University's Equality Champions.
The Equality Champions also have the following areas of specific responsibility:
LGBTQ+
- Professor Andrew Webber
Gender Equality
- Dr Liz Hide, STEMM (Science, Technology, Mathmatics and Medicine)
- Professor Sarah Colvin, AHSSBL (Arts & Humanities)
Race & Inclusion Champions
- Dr Ali Meghji Sociology
- Professor Esra Özyürek Divinity
Disability and Wellbeing Champion
- Dr Hisham Ziauddeen
The Diversity Networks for staff currently include:
Who can join a Diversity Network?
Diversity Networks are open to individuals who work for the University, a College or an associated institution and are members of one of the above protected groups.
Other Diversity Networks include:
- Black Students Campaign champions the interests all Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic students in the University
- CUSU LGBT provides support for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans students at the University
- Disabled Students' Campaign campaigns on behalf of all disabled students at the University
- Graduate Union, for graduate students but also of interest to post-doctoral researchers
- women@CL
- Women in Science, Engineering and Technology Initiative (WiSETI)
What do Diversity Networks do?
Diversity Networks help the University to progress equality by:
- Providing a regular forum for discussing diversity issues at work or study.
- Providing networking opportunities.
- Raising issues in a safe environment.
- Contributing to policy development and implementation.
- Organising social events.
- Arranging events to raise awareness and celebrate diversity.
- Contributing to staff development activities.
- For further information about the University's Diversity Networks, email equality@admin.cam.ac.uk or call (3)32286.