What is Athena SWAN?

ECU’s Athena SWAN Charter was established in 2005 to encourage and recognise commitment to advancing the careers of women in science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM) employment in higher education and research.

In May 2015 the charter was expanded to recognise work undertaken in arts, humanities, social sciences, business and law (AHSSBL), and in professional and support roles, and for trans staff and students. The charter now recognises work undertaken to address gender equality more broadly, and not just barriers to progression that affect women.

ECU’s Athena SWAN Charter covers women (and men where appropriate) in:

• academic roles in STEMM and AHSSBL

• professional and support staff

• trans staff and students

In relation to their:

• representation

• progression of students into academia

• journey through career milestones

• working environment for all staff

Warwick Medical School and Athena SWAN

WMS was the first medical school in England to receive the bronze Athena SWAN award in 2012. In October 2019 we were delighted to achieve a silver award in recognition of our commitment to equality of opportunity for all.

Find out about more about our Athena SWAN activities.