Each month, the Equality and Diversity Unit (EDU) host an informal, confidential space for staff involved in EDI at the University of Oxford to connect and improve wellbeing.
Work in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) can be difficult at times and therefore connecting with colleagues over a drink and snack can be hugely beneficial. The EDU will provide snacks and cakes – members are welcome to bring something to share.
The group aims to:
• Build connections between the EDU and the broader EDI community network
• Offer a confidential, wellbeing space for staff involved in EDI
It is open to anyone interested in EDI matters including EDI practitioners, allies or supporters of EDI.
When and where the meeting will be held
Meetings take place in person at Hayes House and are hosted by a member of the EDU (team members of EDU will take it in turns to host).You can drop in at any time between 2pm and 4pm, on the first Tuesday of the month.
If you’re coming for the first time or have any questions email us at equality@admin.ox.ac.uk
Confidentiality
We aim to create an informal, confidential social drop-in for members for connection and mutual support. There is no formal agenda or minute-taking. Whilst members may discuss issues, problems or concerns, these conversations will remain confidential and there is no onward/upward reporting, unless there is a serious concern about your safety or the safety of others.
If you are experiencing a problem, please speak to your line manager, HR or Head of Department, or connect with one of the services listed here.
Support
Harassment Advisory Service offers impartial, confidential guidance relating to bullying and harassment.
Report + Support offers an anonymous route for reporting as well as signposting to a range of support services and guidance.
Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential employee support services to help you deal with problems affecting your home life or work.
Occupational Health offers a range of services to prevent ill-health and promote health and wellbeing in the workplace.
Thriving at Oxford, the staff wellbeing programme, provides an overview of wellbeing support.
This includes an outline of what to do in a Mental Health crisis.
External services
Taking Space Plus provides free talking therapies to people registered with a doctor in Oxfordshire, UK.
Mind: The mental health charity offers confidential support, advice and information to people experiencing a mental health problem.
