Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Message from Head of Department
Our students, academics, researchers, technicians, professional services staff, alumni, partners and collaborators come from a variety of backgrounds, nationalities and cultures. Our department is committed to promoting and supporting an inclusive culture where individuals are valued, respected and treated equally. We encourage diverse perspectives and strive to make ED&I a matter of everyday life within our department.
Mark Newton (He/Him)
Head of Department
Networks and Forums
Equitea - a monthly forum to discuss ED&I within astronomy, physics and STEM
Events & Observance Days
Athena SWAN and Project JunoLink opens in a new window
The department's commitment to equality and diversity has been rewarded by the previous Institute of Physics Juno Champion award, and an Athena SWAN Silver awardLink opens in a new window
The department have also been awarded the new Institute of Physics Inclusion Award Level One.
Conference for Undergraduate Women and Non-binary Physicists
We are proud to have hosted a successful Conference for Undergraduate Women and Non-Binary Physicists in April at the University of Warwick.