Human Resources Division

Useful resources

Document Publication year Produced by Protected characteristic Summary
Equitable admissions for underrepresented groups 2012 Equality Challenge Unit
Guidance on the age discrimination ban in services and public functions for service providers and customers 2012 Home Office Age Provides information and guidance for service providers and customers on the age discrimination ban in service provision and public functions that came into effect on 1 October 2012.
Ban on age discrimination in the provision of services, public functions and associations: A guide for private clubs and other associations 2012 Home Office Age Provides information and guidance on the age discrimination ban in service provision and public functions for private clubs and associations which came into effect on 1 October 2012.
Developing Good Practice in Managing Age Diversity in the HE Sector 2008 Oxford Brookes University Age Provides the findings of a research project undertaken with higher education institutions, including the University of Cambridge, into practice related to age-related equalities issues.
Managing flexible retirement and extended working lives in the Higher Education Sector 2010 Oxford Brookes University Age
Equality & Diversity Summary of the Action Plans for Race, Gender and Disability Equality Schemes 2009 The University of Cambridge Disability, Gender and Race Provides historical overview of the development of the University's Equality Schemes. These have been replaced by the Combined Equality Scheme and the Equality Objectives.
Equality & Diversity Annual Data Report 2008/09 2010 The University of Cambridge Disability, Gender and Race Provides statistical information on the staff and student profile on the University.
University of Cambridge Equality Objectives 2012–2016 2012 The University of Cambridge All Details the University's Equality Objectives focussed on governance, progressing the Combined Equality Scheme, disability and student attainment.
E&D Data Report 2009/10 2011 The University of Cambridge Disability, Gender and Race Provides statistical informaiton on the staff and student profile on the University.
Equality & Diversity Annual Review 2009–2010 2011 The University of Cambridge General Details the activities undertaken by the University in relation to Equality and Diversity.
Equality & Diversity Information Report 2010–11 2012 The University of Cambridge General Information on the activities undertaken by the University in relation to Equality and Diversity in response to the public sector equality duties.
Equality & Diversity Annual Review 2008/09 2010 The University of Cambridge General Details the activities undertaken by the University in relation to Equality and Diversity.
University of Cambridge Equality Objectives 2012–2016 (large font) 2012 The University of Cambridge All Details the University's Equality Objectives focussed on governance, progressing the Combined Equality Scheme, disability and student attainment.
Combined Equality Scheme (amended 2012) 2012 The University of Cambridge All Provides a framework which sets out the public duties and consequential legal compliance requirements of the University in relation to the protected characteristics of Age, Disability, Gender, Gender Reassignment, Pregnancy and Maternity, Race, Religion or Belief and Sexual Orientation.
Equality & Diversity Functions at the University of Cambridge 2011 The University of Cambridge All Provides an overview of the University's equality and diversity policy, provision and functions that support compliance with legislation and help to maintain support for teaching and research excellence.
Physics Department Athena SWAN Silver Award Application 2010 2010 The University of Cambridge Gender The application of the Physics Department which successfully secured an Athena SWAN Silver Award. The application highlights good practice in meeting the Athena SWAN assessment criteria.
WiSETI Summary Report 2010 2011 The University of Cambridge Gender Provides a summary of the WiSETI activities.
WiSETI Report 2010 2011 The University of Cambridge Gender Provides a detailed overview of the WiSETI project, including information on the initiatives run by the University that may be of interest to those seeking to engage in Athena SWAN or WiSETI activities.
Guidance on Gender Reassignment for Staff 2012 The University of Cambridge Gender Identity Provides information on gender reassignment for both members of staff and managers.
Progressing Outcomes from the 2011 Stonewall Workplace Equality Index and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGB&T) Consultation 2011 The University of Cambridge Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity With limited quantitative information available this paper presents the findings of engagement initiatives undertaken by the University to capture the views and experiences of its LGBT staff and students.
A Guide to Sikhism 2005 Higher Education Academy Religion or Belief (including no belief) Provides information on the Sikh religion and implications for higher education institutions.
Diversity Networks 2011 The University of Cambridge General Provides information on the University's Diversity Networks and other relevant support services within the University and the local community.
Managing the interface: sexual orientation and faith: A guide for further education and higher education 2010 Lifelong Learning and the Forum for sexual orientation and gender identity equality in post-school education Sexual Orientation and Religion or Belief Presents the experiences of employers, staff and students in managing the needs and relationships between people of different sexual orientations and religions/beliefs.
Religion and belief in higher education: the experiences of staff and students 2011 ECU Religion or Belief (including no belief) Presents a nationwide evidence-base exploring issues around religion and belief in the staff and student experience, including participation, information on discrimination and harassment, religious observance and developing good relations.
A Guide to Christianity 2005 Higher Education Academy Religion or Belief (including no belief) Provides information on Christianity and implications for higher education institutions.
Straight Allies: How they help create gay-friendly workplaces 2011 Stonewall Sexual Orientation Outlines how heterosexual colleagues within organisations can support a more inclusive workplace for LGB members of staff by actively engaging in the equality agenda.
The experience of black and minority ethnic staff in higher education in England 2011 ECU Race Research into the experiences of BME staff relating to data and monitoring, management practices, relationships and support frameworks and leadership and development opportunities. The research also presents the findings of piloted initiatives aimed at implementing change.
A Guide to Buddhism 2010 Higher Education Academy Religion or Belief (including no belief) Provides information on Bhuddism and implications for higher education institutions.
A Guide to Judaism 2006 Higher Education Academy Religion or Belief (including no belief) Provides information on Judaism and implication for higher education institutions.
A Guide to Hinduism 2006 Higher Education Academy Religion or Belief (including no belief) Provides information on Hinduism and implication for higher education institutions.
Thinking Globally: Information for LGB&T Staff and Students Working and Studying at Home or Abroad 2011 The University of Cambridge Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Provides informaton on LGB&T issues in relation to staff and students arriving in Cambridge or leaving to work or study abroad.
Bullying: Preventing the bullying and harassment of gay employees 2007 Stonewall Sexual Orientation A resource providing information, advice and guidance on supporting LGB staff and managing issues of bullying and harassment in relation to sexual orientation.
Supporting Bisexual Staff 2011 The University of Cambridge Sexual Orientation Information and guidance on supporting bisexual staff and managing issues that may be relevant to bisexual staff.
A Guide to Islam 2005 Higher Education Academy Religion or Belief (including no belief) Provides information on Islam and implications for higher education institutions.
University of Cambridge Report on Student Admissions Equality Impact Assessments 2009 Schneider–Ross Disability, Gender and Race Equality Impact Assessment on Admission to the University in respect of the protected characteristics of Disabilty, Gender and Race.
Equality Impact Assessment on Student Admissions: Response by the Undergraduate Admissions Committee (UAC) 2009 The University of Cambridge Disability, Gender and Race University response to the equality impact assessment on Student Admissions.
Equality Impact Assessment on Undergraduate Student Attainment: Response by the General Board 2009 The University of Cambridge Disability, Gender and Race Equality Impact Assessment on Student Attainment in respect of the protected characteristics of Disabilty, Gender and Race.
University of Cambridge: Equality Impact Assessment on Undergraduate Student Attainment 2009 Schneider–Ross Disability, Gender and Race University response to the equality impact assessment on Student Attainment
University of Cambridge: Report on the Recruitment Equality Impact Assessment 2008 Schneider–Ross Disability, Gender and Race Equality Impact Assessment on Recruitment of Staff in respect of the protected characteristics of Disabilty, Gender and Race.
Equality Impact Assessment on Recruitment: Update on actions stemming from findings and recommendations September 2009 2009 The University of Cambridge Disability, Gender and Race University response to the equality impact assessment on Recruitment of Staff.
Women, research and universities: excellence without gender bias 2012 League of European Research Universities Gender Pan-European research into gender equality issues within research and universities, highlighting good practice and recommendations.
One Minority at a Time: Being Black and Gay 2012 Runnymede/Stonewall Race and Sexual Orientation Considers the issues that impact on Black and Minority Ethnic Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual people.
Lesbian, gay bisexual people in later life 2010 Stonewall Sexual Orientation, Age and Gender Research findings into the experiences of older LGB people.
The Double-Glazed-Glass Ceiling 2008 Stonewall Sexual Orientation and Gender A Stonewall report considering the experiences of lesbian women in the workplace. The report looks at how gender and sexual orientation interplay and the impact they have on careers and success in the workplace.
Peak Performance 2008 Stonewall Sexual Orientation A Stonewall report outlining a business case for good practice in relation to orientation in the workplace. The report considers the experiences of staff and the impact of workplace environment on productivity and performance.
International Students' Services: supporting gay students 2010 ECU Sexual Orientation An ECU publication that provides information and advice for staff supporting international students.
Advancing LGB equality 2010 ECU Sexual Orientation An ECU guidance publication about improving the experience of lesbian, gay and bisexual staff and students in higher education.
Sensory Access in Higher Education 2009 ECU Disabilty An ECU publication on the experiences of disabled students who are blind or partially sighted, deaf or hard of hearing, or within the autistic spectrum. It provides guidance for estates managers, management, support service providers, learning managers and others.
Improving the Degree Attainment of Black and Minority Ethnic Students 2011 ECU Race A commentary published by the Higher Education Academy and Equality Challenge Unit to provide higher education institutions with ideas and examples on how to support black and minority ethnic (BME) students to achieve a better degree classification on graduation.
Experiences of black and minority ethnic staff working in higher education 2011 ECU Race An ECU published literature review identifying baseline data and providing a synopsis of research-based literature on the experiences of black and minority ethnic (BME) staff in the higher education sector.
Guidance on meeting new legal requirements to support students during pregnancy and maternity 2010 ECU Pregnancy and Maternity An ECU publication providing information on how to support students through pregnancy and maternity in light of the changes provided for in the Equality Act 2010.
Trans staff and students in higher education: revised 2010 2010 ECU Gender Identity Provides information on good practice in relation to gender reassignment in higher education.
Equality in higher education: statistical report 2011 2011 ECU General Statistical information in relation to equalities in higher education.
Managing flexible retirement and extended working lives 2011 ECU Age Provides information on good practice in relation to managing flexible retirement.