Introduction Although every year as many as one-in-four of us may experience distress, it doesn’t make it any easier to start a conversation about mental … Read more
Category: EDI
Belong and Grow Week – updated schedule!
During BAG week, we will be hosting the following virtual sessions that are open to all staff (we have some additional sessions that have been … Read more
Mental Health Awareness Week 10-16 May – TAKE NOTICE
Take stock of your surroundings, be curious, catch sight of the beautiful. Being in a state of ‘mindfulness’ has been shown to be associated with … Read more
Mental Health Awareness Week 10-16 May – BE ACTIVE
Did you know people who take part in regular physical activity have up to a 30% lower risk of depression? Not everyone needs to be … Read more
National Day for Staff Networks
On Wednesday 12th May 2021 Staff networks in organisations across the UK are celebrating the National Day for Staff Networks. Also known as Networks Day, … Read more
Annual Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Report 2019/20
We are pleased to present the Annual Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI) report for 2019-20 which showcases the excellent work taking place across the University of … Read more
Keep on Learning
Active Bystander Training The training will provide the skills to challenge unacceptable behaviour including those that have become normalised The session will include group discussion … Read more
New Online Staff Harassment Reporting Form
New Online Staff Harassment Reporting Form The University of Kent is committed to fostering a positive working environment where all staff and students are treated … Read more
International Women’s Day
Find a way to take part in International Women’s Day The first International Women’s Day (IWD) took place in 1911, with the aim of celebrating … Read more
Diversity Champions
Each year, we hire student-staff through the Work-Study Scheme, to support us in our promotional activities, and this year we have encouraged them to act … Read more