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Equality and Diversity in the Researcher Environment
Tuesday, June 11 at Bristol Zoo - 10.00- 15.30

Speakers have now been confirmed for this free event:

Professor Dianne Berry, University of Reading
Rosie Beales, Research Careers and Diversity, Research Councils UK
Helen Dutton, Athena SWAN coordinator, University of Manchester
Tracy Brunnock, Organisational Development Manager (Diversity), Bristol
University
Chris Brill, Senior Policy Adviser, Equality Challenge Unit

The purpose of this event is to inform participants of the strategic importance of equality and diversity policy and practice for researchers, embedded in the research environment, particularly in view of the RCUK Statement of Expectations for Equality and Diversity.

Equality and diversity initiatives for researchers in HEIs are often focused on achieving parity for women, but through a new programme of activities Vitae, working on behalf of the Research Councils and funding bodies, would like to promote a broader awareness of equality and diversity issues in this area to research managers and leaders.

During this event we will explore:

approaches to equality and diversity for researchers and research staff
what would a successful equality and diversity strategy look like
how could such a strategy be delivered so that 'every researcher counts'

During the day participants will:

explore an overview of the equality and diversity landscape, key policies and initiatives
receive an update on the Every Researcher Counts project
hear about Vitae's planned programme of activities and how institutions can get involved
share practice
have the opportunity to discuss and plan their own activities to enhance equality and diversity for researcher careers at their own institutions.

The event is FREE to attend, but we ask participants to pay their own travel expenses.
To book your place,and for more details of the programme go to: www.vitae.ac.uk/swwhubed2013.
I look forward to receiving your booking. Thank you

Anne