Taskforces and Social Inclusion Committee
The page provides information about:
- The University's ED&I related Taskforces.
- Charter Self-Assessment Teams.
- Social Inclusion Committee (SIC).
- Other Groups and Networks.
If you would like more information about the University's Taskforces and other ED&I Groups and Networks and can't find what you need here, contact us and let us know.
Taskforces
You can find information about the University's Taskforces using the links below (or scroll to see more detail):
- Disability Taskforce (formerly Disability Interest Group).
- Gender Task Force.
- LGBTUA+ Taskforce.
- Race Equality Taskforce.
If you are interested in learning more about the University's ED&I Taskforces and can't find what you need here, contact us and let us know.
Disability Taskforce (formerly Disability Interest Group)
Following the recent changes to Governance, the Disability Interest Group will reform as the Disability Taskforce reporting to the Social Inclusion Committee.
Find more information about the Disability Taskforce here.
Gender Task Force (GTF)
The Gender Task Force was set up to address issues impacting on gender imbalance at the University, to make sure that we can make best use of all the talent available, and that individuals and the University feel the benefit of this.
Find more information about the Gender Task Force here.
LGBTUA+ Taskforce
This Taskforce is an advisory body which makes recommendations to the SIC on LGBTUA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Undefined, Asexual and other related identities) matters.
Find more information about the LGBTUA+ Taskforce here, or email the LGBTUA+ Taskforce Chairs at LGBTUA dot Taskforce at warwick dot ac dot uk.
Race Equality Taskforce (RET)
The RET will consult and work with all business areas across the institution with the aim to address issues around racial inequality.
Find more information about the Race Equality Taskforce here, or email the RET Taskforce Chairs at race dot equality at warwick dot ac dot uk.
Charter Self-Assessment Teams
You can find information about the University's Charter Self-Assessment Teams (SATs) using the links below:
If you are interested in learning more about the University's work towards ED&I Charters and can't find what you need here, contact us and let us know.
Social Inclusion Committee
The Social Inclusion Committee (SIC) is chaired by the Provost, Chris Ennew, with the Director of Social Inclusion, Kulbir Shergill, as Deputy Chair. The SIC meet 3 times per year. Membership of SIC includes Chairs of Taskforces, academic representatives from all three faculties, and representatives from Professional Services staff and the student body.
Find more information about the Social Inclusion Committee here.
Other Groups and Networks
You can find information about the University's other Groups and Networks using the links below (or scroll to see more detail):
ED&I Network
All staff are welcome to attend the ED&I Network where they can receive updates on forthcoming events, new/existing resources that are available, what ED&I projects are being undertaken, and any other relevant topics.
Find more information, including upcoming meeting dates, on the ED&I Network webpage.
Athena SWAN Network
Staff from across all departments meet regularly and up-date on current initiatives, report progress on Athena SWAN, scrutinise other departments’ submissions, and encourage and support departments with their gender equality work. Departmental Athena SWAN Representatives act as a communication channel between departments and the group.
Find more information on the Athena SWAN Network.
Chaplaincy Reference Group
The Chaplaincy Reference Group (CRG) provides a space for debate, reflection and accountability for the University's Chaplaincy. Its advice is taken seriously, with its recommendations clearly and carefully considered by the Chaplaincy Team and Director of People Group.
Find more information on the Chaplaincy Reference Group webpage.