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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of BU. We strive to build a community where respect, compassion and curiosity are shared values and where every individual, whether a student or staff member, feels a sense of belonging and can thrive. Read on to discover some of the ways that we’re advancing our work in this area.

Measuring EDI and delivering progress

Making our campuses accessible for everyone

Find out more about accessibility across our campuses

Equality Charters, schemes and commitments

Find out about the various schemes we participate in to ensu

Explore our equality, diversity and inclusion calendar

Equal pay and gender pay gap

Celebrating our community

LGBTQ+ History Month and Pride Month

International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month

Black History Month

UK Disability History Month

Latest news

Panel event and coffee afternoon: Events for Disability History Month

As part of Disability History Month, the Accessibility, Disability, and Neurodiversity Staff Network at BU is hosting an engaging online panel discussion on "Reasonable Adjustments and Education" and a separate in-person coffee and treats afternoon.

Understanding autism in women and girls with Dr Rachel Moseley

Dr Rachel Moseley, Principal Academic in Psychology spoke about the lesser-known female experience of autism, and why so many go unseen and unheard.

First studentship awarded to increase diversity in cyber industry

BU student Lorraine Che has become the first recipient of a new studentship, launched to encourage and support more women into careers in cyber security.

BU secures Turing Scheme funding for student international opportunities

BU has been awarded a grant of £1.2 million for the 2024/25 academic year to fund students of all levels to undertake a range of activities across the world.

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