2015 EiDA Nominee – The University of Manchester

The University of Manchester is committed to creating an environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly. They have a genuine commitment to equality of opportunity for their staff and students, and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community they serve. Specialist staff networks, forums, training and events are… Continue reading 2015 EiDA Nominee – The University of Manchester

2015 EiDA Nominee – The Co-operative Group

Respect is the Co-operative Group’s inclusive lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender network which is made up of a dedicated LGBT Steering Group from across the organisation’s family of businesses. The network provides voluntary support to raise awareness of LGBT community initiatives, local pride events and charities such as the George House Trust and Albert Kennedy… Continue reading 2015 EiDA Nominee – The Co-operative Group

Working as an Intern for I Am Me

Hi, I’m Megan, and I’m the project intern for I Am Me Scotland! I Am Me Scotland is a Renfrewshire community group founded to tackle and raise awareness of disability hate crime. Disability hate crimes are among the most underreported hate crimes, with 97% suspected of going unreported. The project has two key initiatives; I… Continue reading Working as an Intern for I Am Me

Reclaiming our place in rural areas of the country

I grew up in a small rural village. From a very early age, I knew I was different. Being different left me feeling like I had no place in my hometown of Solihull, West Midlands and at 16 I moved 20 miles down the road, closer to the centre of Birmingham. Three years later, I… Continue reading Reclaiming our place in rural areas of the country

Educate OUT Prejudice

We care about diversity and, I assume, equality. That’s why we are on this site is it not? With an election looming we need to be on our toes. We need to be ready to challenge the lies and stereotypes that will unfortunately start to flow as the parties sink to the lowest common denominator.… Continue reading Educate OUT Prejudice