Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Newcastle is an inclusive community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
We value individual differences and the diversity that this brings. We want to ensure that no-one is at a disadvantage because of who they are.
Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our duties under the Equality Act and Public Sector Equality Duty. Through dedicated working groups, events and projects we aim to create a positive, supportive culture for everyone to reach their potential.
Our upcoming priorities and projects
An internal funding scheme was established in 2017 to promote engagement with the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda at Newcastle University.
Staff and students can apply for funding for small to medium-sized projects.
- Applications involving events, training, projects and invitations to host seminars, etc are welcome.
- A clear case will have to be made that there are no other funding sources available for the application.
- Maximum funding per project is £5,000, but we particularly encourage applications that require less funding than this.
- A full breakdown of costs should be provided. All successful applications will be expected to keep a record of how the funds were spent.
Applications are reviewed by a panel consisting of the three Faculty Directors of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and the Dean of Diversity. The winners are then announced at the end of the year.
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Application Form - May 2019 (Word: 30k)
- Guidelines for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Fund applications - May 2019 (Word: 27k)
For more information, please contact the Dean of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Professor Judith Rankin.
Newcastle University is proud to support equal access to higher education and is pleased to offer Sanctuary scholarships consisting of full tuition fee support and a bursary for living expenses for applicants wishing to study at the University.
The scholarships have been designed to enable students from asylum-seeker and refugee backgrounds to progress to higher level study.
- Find out more about the Sanctuary Scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Northern Power: Making Engineering and Physical Sciences a Domain for All in the North of England
Calling all Newcastle University academics. Are you at the early stages of your university career in science, maths or engineering?
Are you interested in:
- mentoring?
- advancing personal development through networking and leadership skills?
- working with industry?
Or do you just want to be part of our online network? Then get involved in our EPSRC-funded research project.
Visit https://northernpowerinclusion.org/ for more information or email the SAgE Faculty Director of EDI: sharron.kuznesof@ncl.ac.uk.
Meet the team
Newcastle University ensures that equality and diversity remain at the top of our agenda by entrusting a dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) team with our mission.
The EDI team provide strategic direction as well as monitoring how well we are doing at embedding the values of equality and diversity across the University.
We are committed to developing a fully inclusive community that values diversity.
Professor Judith Rankin is the Dean of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Professor Rankin provides focussed strategic leadership on equality, diversity and inclusion and spearheads the way we deliver new initiatives.
The Dean chairs dedicated equality and diversity groups including:
- University Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
- EDI Leads Forum
- Athena SWAN Self-Assessment Team
Professor Judith Rankin:
Email: judith.rankin@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 191 208 5267
The Faculty Directors provide leadership on equality, diversity and inclusion at the Faculty level and support initiatives.
The Directors are also key members of the University’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, University Athena SWAN Self-Assessment Team, and the EDI Leads Forum.
Professor Kate Chedgzoy - Humanities and Social Sciences (HaSS):
Email: kate.chedgzoy@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 7755
Dr Sharron Kuznesof – Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) (internal link):
Email: sharron.kuznesof@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 8889
Professor Simon Forrest - Medical Sciences (FMS) (internal link):
Email: simon.forrest@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 8882
The Faculty Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Advisers/Project Officers (EDI) provide specialist advice to staff as well as vital assistance to the Faculty Directors in the delivery of our strategic priorities and objectives.
Kelechi Dibie (HaSS):
Email: kelechi.dibie@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 4490
Louise Jones (SAgE):
Email: louise.jones@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 5923
Ann Armstrong (FMS):
Email: ann.armstrong@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 7138
Malasree Home (FMS, Athena SWAN Support Officer):
Email:malasree.home@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 5423
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officers within Human Resources provide both strategic advice and practical support to the whole University. They play a lead role in the coordination of accreditation programmes and ensure we achieve compliance with our statutory requirements.
Leslie Platt, HR Adviser (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion):
Email: leslie.platt@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 5974
Vijaya Kotur, HR Adviser (Race Equality):
Email: vijaya.kotur@ncl.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)191 208 4491
Renita Barbour, Parent and Childcare Implementation Group Administrator:
Email: renita.barbour@newcastle.co.uk
