Staff Network Groups at University of The West of England

Staff can get involved in a variety of equality and diversity networks.

Staff networks fulfil various functions, including providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development. Staff networks can also contribute to the development of University policies and working practices.

Existing staff networks

• Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) staff network
• Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Staff Forum
• Women’s Staff Forum
• Disabled Staff Network
• New Parents Group
• Christian staff network
• EU staff network
• Non-permanent staff network
• Mental Wellbeing staff network
• Young staff network
• All Faiths and None staff network

How UWE Bristol supports staff networks

UWE Bristol recognises the value of self-organised groups in creating an inclusive environment that respects the diversity of staff and enables them to derive maximum benefit and enjoyment from their involvement in the life of the University. Employees are entitled to attend staff network meetings in their working time up to 15 hours a year (pro rata for part-time staff).

We aim to support these networks by:

• Encouraging managers to release employees to participate in them.
• Promoting the networks to new and existing employees.
• Inviting representatives of staff networks to the Equality and Diversity Forum.
• Listening constructively to any employee concerns raised through the staff networks.
• Taking part in initiatives developed by the staff networks.
• Providing funding for activities, events and training.