1. Dave Small Senior Equality and Diversity Advisor
Staff Induction Briefing
Last Updated April 2012

2. The team: Myself, bit of History Where we work/Reporting Structure
What we cover/what we don’t do
Steer
Guide
Support
We do not do it for the faculties/schools/dept. It is their responsibility to meet the EQ and Diversity requirements of the university

3. What is Equality?
“Is a fundamental part of a fair society in which everyone can have the best possible chance to succeed in life”-Discrimination Law Review 2007
Equality is about fairness, equity of access, not about providing the same to everyone but about ensuring the outcome is the same. This might mean providing different support to different groups to ensure the same outcome

4. What is Diversity? A range of difference
Recognises that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected and valued
Acknowledge and value the range of difference, whether in individuals, groups or in communities, the different people bring to the university

5. Equality Act 2010
Harmonises and consolidates a raft of equality legislation. Covers the following:
Age
Disability
Gender reassignment
Marriage/civil partnership
Pregnancy and maternity
Race
Religion/faith
Sex
Sexual orientation
The 9 protected characteristics

6. Equality Act 2010 What we need to do:
Eliminate unlawful discrimination
Advance equality of opportunity
Foster good relations
This is the responsibility of ALL in the University. It is important we demonstrate we are delivering to these requirements across the organisation in all that we do.

7. Equality Act 2010 Specific duties: Publish information
Provide at least one measurable objective
Make information accessible
A move towards more public scrutiny and questioning rather than relying on external audit or meeting central targets

8. Staff Diversity – 2010/11 data
Total 2,400 academic & support staff(academic 1065/support 1318)
Male – 45% Female – 55%
Full Time: Male – 93% Female 80%
Declaring disability 6%
BME 7% of the workforce
Age <36: 27% : 56% 56+: 17%
Figures shown as full percents for ease of presentation

9. Student make-up (home) 2010/11
Total Population – 16,481
(2009/10- 15,598)
M–55% F–45%
(2009/10 M (54%) F-7172(46%))
Disabled – 9% Non-disabled – 91%
(2009/10 Disabled (9%) Non-disabled (91%)
BME – 17% White – 83% for those who declared ethnicity
(2009/10 BME (16%) White – (84%)
Figures shown as full percents for ease of presentation
Ethnicity – not declaring 2010/11 – 4.47% of student population /10-3% of student population

10. Student make-up (International) 2010/11
Total Population – 3,200 (1,600 EU)
From 130 different countries
Top 5:
China – 1073
Nigeria – 343
Malaysia – 284
Saudi Arabia – 255
India – 97
Ethnicity – not declaring 2010/11 – 4.47% of student population /10-3% of student population

11. Key Equality Documents
Equality & Diversity policy statement
Staff rights and responsibilities
Equality Scheme and action plan
Anti-Bullying and Harassment Policy
Religion & Belief Policy
Gender Reassignment and Trans Equality Policy
Equality & Diversity Annual Report
Staff & Student Data
EIA Policy (Equality Impact Analysis)
All accessed via the Equality & Diversity web pages

12. Harassment and Bullying Policy
The University is committed to tackling all forms of bullying and harassment and other unacceptable behaviours.
Unwelcome or unwanted behaviour that violates and individuals dignity or creates an intimidating, humiliating or offensive environment.
All staff should report it, it should not be ignored
It is about showing common courtesy, dignity and respect to others, and avoiding behaviour that makes anyone feel uncomfortable, degraded, upset or victimised.
Does not stop welcome banter and good humour amongst colleagues and students.
Anti-Bullying and Harassment Policy.
Harassment Advisor Network.
Information on the Equality & Diversity web pages and staff essentials

13. Equality & Diversity Training
E-learning package
Guidance and Resource
Diversity Calendar (new)
Religion & Faith e-books (new)
Bespoke support as required
All accessed via the Equality & Diversity web pages

14. Staff networks
Opportunity of staff to come together for mutual support, networking and influence University business
LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender)
Multicultural
Disabled
All accessed via the Equality & Diversity web pages

15. Who we work with Stonewall Diversity Champions Mindful Employer
Promoting lesbian, gay and bisexual equality
Mindful Employer
Promoting positive approach to mental health
DisabledGo
Promote and provide information on accessibility
Athena Swan
Supporting women in science
Portsmouth Inclusion Partnership
Local Equality practitioners network
All accessed via the Equality & Diversity web pages

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