At the University of Bath, we are a community built on respect, inclusion, and belonging, where every individual, regardless of their background, identity, or beliefs, should feel safe, supported, and valued.

Racial discrimination, whether experienced directly or indirectly, can have a profound and lasting impact on an individual’s sense of safety and wellbeing. Such experiences affect not only those directly targeted but also the wider community, eroding our collective sense of belonging.

We are proud that Bath is recognised as the second safest university town or city in England and Wales by the 2025 Complete University Guide, but we know that statistics alone cannot capture the full human experience of feeling safe.

The University is committed to taking meaningful action to prevent and respond to all forms of racism, discrimination, and hate. We participate in the Race Equality Charter, a national scheme with the aim to inspire a strategic approach to making cultural and systematic changes that will make a real difference to minority ethnic staff and students.

The university has several networks where staff can find community and socialise and advocate for racial equality within the University.

We encourage staff members whether personally affected by discrimination or simply looking for support, to engage with our dedicated support services:

  • Our Support and Report tool provides a mechanism for both students and staff to tell us about any harassment or discrimination that they might experience on and off campus. This allows for reporting on behalf of someone else and also anonymous reporting.
  • Our Health Assured Staff wellbeing support and Assistance Programme services, offer free and confidential counselling support for staff either in-person, by phone or on-line. 
  • The 24/7 online and phone-based Education Support Partnership service, which is an independent counselling service. Staff can contact them directly by phoning 08000 562561 or by emailing support@edsupport.org.uk. 
  • The Chaplaincy staff are available to talk with anyone who has been affected, in total confidence. You can email chaplaincy@bath.ac.uk, or Ian Spence our Coordinating Faith Leader. 
  • Staff Wellbeing Champions are volunteers from across the University who are instrumental in promoting and supporting a healthy culture at the University of Bath, by raising awareness around health and wellbeing activities and signposting to resources and support services.
  • Our SafeZone app enables you to immediately contact Security and notify them of your location and receive notifications in an emergency situation. We encourage all members of our community to download SafeZone to their mobile phones.
  • You can read more about safety and security at the University of Bath, or immediate support services available to students and staff.

We will continue to work closely with our community and partners to ensure that support remains accessible and that every voice is heard.