Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
Political Science Departmental Networks
We currently have three active network groups, theÌýEthnic and Racial Diversity (ERD) Network, the Gender and Sexuality Diversity Network (GSDN) and theÌýDisabilityÌýNeurodiversity and Wellbeing Network. These provide support to our students and staff, as well as leading on initiatives to improve equality, diversity and inclusion within our department.ÌýAll students and staff are welcome to join any and all of these.
We are happy to support other networks. If you would like to set up a new networkÌýthen let us know by emailingÌýalexandra.hartman@ucl.ac.ukÌý´Ç°ùÌýp.ayoub@ucl.ac.uk, our EDI Committee co-Chairs.
You can find out more about our networks, initiatives and resources below.
If you are interested in the wider EDI work and support available at MyAV·¶, please visit the MyAV·¶ EDI webpages.
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In thisÌýweekly podcastÌýwe explore key themes in contemporary politics.ÌýÌýPast episodes that have showcased our department's EDI related research include:
In this episodeÌýwe ask Prof Phillip Ayoub: What explains successes and setbacks in the promotion of LGBT+ rights? And is political science as welcoming as it should be towards LGBT+ research?Ìý
In this episodeÌýwe are exploring the experience of disabled people in work, and asking the question, ‘How can we make our workplaces more inclusive?’. WithÌýDr Sarabajaya KumarÌýandÌýDr Colin Provost.
In this episodeÌýwe ask Dr Eleanor Woodhouse: Which electoral system leads to the fairest representation for women in parliaments?Ìý
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MyAV·¶ wide resourcesÌý
MyAV·¶ÌýEquality, Diversity & Inclusion: Think differently, do differently
Here you will be able to find information on issues relating to race, gender, religion and belief, sexual orientation, and disability, amongst other equalities initiatives at MyAV·¶.
Student Support and Wellbeing
MyAV·¶ is committed to providing the support you need to make the most of your studies. Whatever your circumstances, there are a wide range of people across MyAV·¶ who can help you to stay on track.
MyAV·¶ Workplace Health
MyAV·¶â€™s occupational health and staff wellbeing team. We are working to make MyAV·¶ a happy and healthy place to be for the whole MyAV·¶ community. We offer a range of resources to support your mental and physical wellbeing.
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MyAV·¶ Student Support for Specific Groups
There is a range of support at MyAV·¶ for students from particular groups. Find out more about this here.
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