Race equity
We acknowledge that racial inequality remains a significant issue within higher education, including here in our department. While there is still much work to be done, we are committed to making meaningful and lasting change.
Through groups such as our Athena Swan Self-Assessment Team (SAT) and the People, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (PEDI) Committee, we are working to improve representation, support and inclusion for racially minoritised staff and students.
The resources below are intended to support learning, reflection and action. They include guidance for individuals and teams, as well as links to further support available across the University.
Read our 12-part blog series on Decolonising Global Health
Introducing the 'Decolonising Global Health' 12-part blog series: Rejecting the single story
MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student Maju Brunette introduces our new 12-part blog series titled, 'Decolonising Global Health'. This series explores critical perspectives on power, equity, and transformation in global health. The first blog, 'Rejecting the single story', reflects on the impact of narratives in shaping global health and the urgent need to move beyond incomplete and inaccurate models.
Join our anti-racism book club
Contact anna.dowrick@phc.ox.ac.uk or ginger.jansen@phc.ox.ac.uk to be added to our Teams Channel.
Current read: Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
Meetings take place bi-weekly during term time.
Race Equality Strategy
The University's Race Equality Action Plan sets out actions to improve racial equality across all areas of University life, including staff recruitment, progression and culture.
Language and terminology
Read a briefing note prepared by the Race Equality Task Force with recommendations about language and terminology with respect to ‘race’.
Anti-racism reading list
The Bodlian Library has compiled this anti-racism reading list. This is an evolving list of resources, with titles being added regularly.
Race and Resistance programme
Brings together researchers, students and activists in the history, literature and culture of anti-racist movements across the modern world.
BIPOC in STEM video series
Launched during Black History Month 2021, this series highlights the research and experiences of BIPOC scientists at Oxford. The first videos featured Dr Francis Ayomoh and Daniel Omeiza.
Racially inclusive teaching toolkit
Provides guidance and tools to help staff and students explore how diverse perspectives are reflected in teaching and curriculum content.
Join a network
For University staff who identify as Black and Minority Ethnic (BME). Offers confidential peer support, events, and a discussion list. Aims to support career development and improve BME representation. Contact the co-chairs to get involved.
Anti-Racism Ally Network
Part of the BME Staff Network. Brings staff together to challenge systemic racism.
BIPOC STEM Network
For STEM staff and students who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) or BAME. Allies welcome. Click the link to sign up as a member or to join their allies network.
Training programmes
The University provides training for all staff to equip them with an understanding of race and racism and to help them identify practical steps to promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.
The MPLS ED&I team have developed a training programme for staff and students in MPLS which is open to other members of the University where places are available. This includes sessions related to race equity, such as Anti-racist Allyship.