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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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Staff Networks

Our Staff Networks bring together colleagues with shared heritages, experiences or characteristics to support each other and to work with Durham University to foster change and improve our staff experience.

Please get in touch at edi.team@durham.ac.uk if you have an idea for a new staff network.

Black Asian and Minoritised Ethnicities (BAME) Network

Our BAME network provides a voice for BAME staff in the University and to engage with BAME postgraduate students at the University
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Carers Network

The Carers Staff Network seeks to create a supportive environment for all working carers at Durham University.

Disability Network

Our Disability network establishes a legitimate voice for staff with disabilities and ensuring that our voices are heard in the right places.
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First Generation Staff Network

The First Generation staff network brings together academic and professional services staff who self-identity as first-generation university graduates.
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International Staff Network

The International Staff Network seeks to create a supportive environment where members can validate experiences and build social networks.
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LGBTQ+ Network

Our LGBTQ+ network brings together LGBTQ+ staff and postgraduate students, promoting diversity and sharing information.
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Mothers and Mothers-to-Be Support (MAMS) Network

Our MAMS network exists for members who are mothers and expectant mothers at the University.
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Women@DU Network

Our Women@DU network brings together staff who identify as women, offering mutual support and a networking space to discuss issues that are important to us.
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New Networks

  • Grief Network

    The Staff Grief Network is for all staff members who have experienced grief and loss. 

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  • Men's Network

    The DU Staff Men's Network is a space for connection, support, and open discussion around issues affecting men's mental health in the workplace.

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Grief Network

The Staff Grief Network is for all staff members who have experienced grief and loss. 

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Men's Network

The DU Staff Men's Network is a space for connection, support, and open discussion around issues affecting men's mental health in the workplace.

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