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 equity and diversity-related issues.
How we support inclusion and belonging
We value, promote and celebrate inclusion, challenging discrimination and putting equity, 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.
LGBTQ+ inclusion
Find out what the University is doing to support the LGBTQ+ 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.
Equality Objectives 2026 – 2030
The University’s objectives for advancing equality, diversity and inclusion in compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty and the Equality Act 2010.
Toolkit
A range of resources to support staff and students in their equity, diversity and inclusion activities.
Guidance on the categorisation of ethnicity
This guide will help you learn more about the language to use when referring to ethnic group categorisation.
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.
Inclusion calendar 2025-26
Key celebration dates in the inclusion calendar.
Training
We offer a range of training for staff, find out more here.
Staff training on equity, diversity and inclusion
Explore the equity, diversity and inclusion training sessions available to staff, how to request them, and the accessibility adjustments we provide.
Policies and guidance
Discover key University's EDI 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.
EDI community
Meet the Culture and Inclusion team and EDI 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.
Managing a staff member who volunteers on a staff network
Guidance for managers of staff who are part of or considering joining an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion staff network.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Network
We provide a forum for equity 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.
Campus Pride Month 2026
Find out about the events and activities happening across the University to mark LGBTQ+ Pride this April.
International Women’s Day 2026
Find out how you can take part in events and activities throughout March.
Race Equality Week 2026
The University commemorates Race Equality Week from 2 to 6 February with a series of activities and events.
Your guide to the new Employee Survey at Bath
Find out more about our new employee survey and why it is important to have your say
About us
The University of Bath recognises that our diversity fuels our creativity and innovation. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion drives us forward every day to provide advice, support and guidance on equity 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 equity, diversity and inclusion at the University.