The University has further improved its position in the Stonewall workplace equality index over the last 12 months
The University of Liverpool is among the Stonewall Top 100 list of the UK’s most gay friendly employers, for the second year running.
The University is ranked 57th overall, coming 4th in the HE Sector and 2nd in the Russell Group.
Workplace equality index
The Stonewall workplace equality index reviews the University activity in a number of key areas, including employee policies; engagement with Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual (LGB) staff and students; staff training and development; and community engagement. Points are awarded against 25 separate questions with a maximum possible score of 200.
Liverpool scored 162 points representing an increase from 152 in 2013.
Commenting on the news, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Kelvin Everest, Senior Diversity Champion, said: “The improvement in the University’s ranking is a reflection of our commitment to creating a University where everyone can thrive and benefit from equality of opportunity.”
University representatives at the launch, Vicky Swinerd (University of West of England), Phil Bakstad (Liverpool John Moores University), Guy Keith-Miller (UWE), Darren Mooney and Dr Alan Greaves from the University
As part of the Workplace Equality Index assessment process, Stonewall recognises ‘Star Performer Network Groups’ – employee network groups which make an invaluable contribution to the experience of LGB staff in their organisation and beyond. The LGBT Staff and Postgraduate Network was recognised as a Star Performer Network for its Flagship events programme.
Dr Alan Greaves, Chair of the LGBT Staff and Postgraduate Student Network said:”It’s good to know you work in an organisation that is so committed to workplace diversity. It makes you feel supported, accepted and respected – whoever you are and whatever you have to offer.
Awareness events
“Many University departments have hosted their own LGBT awareness events as part of our Flagship initiative which we are delighted has been recognised by Stonewall. Through open public events such as film showings and our Gay History Month lectures we aim to share an understanding of gay history and culture with our colleagues and community”.
The LGBT Network was commended in the Civic Contribution category of the University’s Celebrating Success Awards 2013 for their Flagship events.
Upcoming events are:
- Film Showing and Lecture by Elena Boschi. Saturday 1 Feb 1.30pm
- ‘What’s the problem with LGBTQ History Month?’ Lecture by Matt Houlbrook. Wednesday 26 Feb, 5pm
- For further information contact Sally.Middleton@liv.ac.uk.
