LGBTQI+
LGBTQI+ Inclusion at The University of Huddersfield
LGBTQI+ Inclusion at the University of Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive and respectful environment where LGBTQI+ staff, students and visitors can be themselves, thrive and achieve their full potential. Our commitment is rooted in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI) Framework, which promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity and embeds inclusive practice across all aspects of University life.
We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and work to ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination, harassment or victimisation. Through our Learning for All, Community for All, Voice for All and Facilities and Access for All objectives, we aim to foster a culture of belonging where every individual is valued and heard.
The University is also committed to supporting trans, non-binary, gender-fluid and agender staff and students to be themselves when at work or studying at the University. We will not tolerate transphobic behaviour and are dedicated to ensuring fair access to opportunities, protecting confidentiality, providing appropriate support, and developing inclusive facilities and services across the University community.
Working alongside our LGBTQI+ Staff Network, Students’ Union LGBT+ Network and University EDI structures, we continue to promote visibility, understanding and positive change across our community. Together, we are building a University where everyone feels safe, respected and empowered to succeed and can thrive as their true selves.
Creating inclusive environments makes the workplace safer and better for everyone – not just LGBTQI+ people.
Trans Equality
The University of Huddersfield is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for Trans Staff, including those who identify as non-binary, agender or gender-fluid.
The following guidance is designed to provide Trans and Non-binary employees with information, guidance and support in relevant aspects of their employment at the University.
- Trans Equality Policy Statement
- Trans Equality Staff Guidance
- Template Support Action Plan (Appendix 2)
- Sources of Information and Support (Appendix 3)
Toilets for All
Toilets for all are available in the following University buildings for staff and students who prefer to use these:
- Atkinson Holt - 1st Floor (2 toilets - AH1/02, AH1/03)
- Barbara Hepworth - (1 toilet - BHG/01)
- Charles Sikes – 1st Floor (1 toilet - CS1/30)
- Schwann Library - (1 toilet - SB5/09)
- Schwann level 6 (HR Department) – (1 toilet - SB6/45)
- Joseph Priestley South – (14 toilets - JPSG/09 - JPSG/12, JPS1/13 - JPS1/17, JPS2/13 - JPS2/17)
- Laura Annie Wilson (7 toilets - LWC/04 - LWC/11)
- Library - Schwann Level 5 (1 toilet - SB5/45)
- Sir John Ramsden Court - (2 toilets- JRG/06, JRG/07)
- Sovereign Design House (1 toilet - SDG/05)
- Sparck Jones (2 toilets - SJG/07, SJG/08)
- Stewart Film Studios (2 toilets - SFSG/03 - SFSG/11)
- Student Central (2 toilets - SC4/06, SC3/01)
- 3M BIC (1 toilet - BIC G/04)
- Schwann Building (5 toilets, SB4/13a-e)
- National Health Innovation Campus (NHIC) and Daphne Steele building (All toilets for all in self-contained, single cubicles).
LGBTQI+ Staff Network
The University welcomes and supports the development of staff networks. Our staff networks provide an opportunity for staff who share a protected characteristic to network, obtain peer support and share information. They can also offer opportunities for staff to inform university policy on equality-related issues and topics. The networks are run by and for the members, with support from the University EDI Officer.
Welcome to the Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans*, Queer and Intersex + (LGBTQI+) Staff Network.
The University of Huddersfield’s LGBTQI+ Staff Network was set up as a self-organising group in April 2018. The Network discussed and self-defined their name, with the acronym LGBTQI+, incorporating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans*, Queer, and Intersex.
LGBTQI Network Terms of Reference 2023
To find out more about this network including future meeting dates, please email lgbt@hud.ac.uk or please feel free to contact Carson McCombe (Chair).
What does the rainbow lanyard mean to you?
Wearing a rainbow lanyard is a visible signal to the LGBTQI+ community that our campus is welcoming and inclusive and many colleagues around the University now wear a rainbow lanyard. Staff from across the University tell us why they wear the rainbow lanyard and what it means to them.
Sally Hobson
Campus Support Manager
Wearing a rainbow lanyard is a visible signal to the LGBTQI+ community that our campus is welcoming and inclusive and many colleagues around the University now wear a rainbow lanyard. Staff from across the University tell us why they wear the rainbow lanyard.
Ruth Taylor
Head of HR
I feel it is important to wear the rainbow lanyard to show support for, and to help build, an open, supportive and inclusive environment and culture. It is a visible sign of the values that the University of Huddersfield represents.
Christian McGrath
People & Organisational Development
By wearing my lanyard with pride around the campus, I hope that I can show others the University of Huddersfield supports fellow LGBTQI+ colleagues and students.
Victoria Robinson
HR Manager
For me, my rainbow lanyard demonstrates the support I have for colleagues, students and visitors who identify as LGBTQI+. It is a celebration of the diversity of our University campus and wider community and I wear it with pride.
Natalie Plows
HR Manager
For me the rainbow lanyard celebrates the sexual and gender diversity of our staff and students. Working in HR it serves as a reminder that the diversity of staff can only be an asset which should be recognised and celebrated!
Andrew Jenkins
Principle Lecturer
The rainbow lanyard symbolizes that we, as LGBTQI+ people, are proud of who we are. It is a symbol of hope, pride and love. It demonstrates that we are an open, tolerant and forward-thinking institution.
