Imperial has been recognised by Stonewall for its ongoing commitment to inclusion for LGBTQIA+ individuals in the workplace.
Imperial has placed 33 out of 246 organisations in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index (WEI), securing a place on Stonewall's Top 100 Employers 2024 list. Participation in the index is voluntary and submissions are marked against thorough and standardised criteria. The Top 100 Employers are selected by Stonewall for their excellent work in creating inclusive environments for the LGBTQIA+ staff.
Provost Professor Ian Walmsley said:
"Imperial is committed to creating a culture where LGBTQIA+ individuals feel welcome, included, and fully able to be themselves. Our ambition for all staff and students is that we have an environment that enables everyone to thrive and do their best work.
"I would like to thank all our colleagues who have committed their efforts to the range of activities and initiatives which have contributed to this recognition."
Training, mentoring and support
Colleagues across Imperial have dedicated their time to delivering training and initiatives which support Imperial's ambition to make sure its community is a diverse environment where people and ideas can thrive.
The initiatives that contributed to Imperial's recognition in the Stonewall index include increased training for staff on LGBTQ+ inclusion and mental health, the development of a range of tools and resources for all staff, and The continuation and expansion of the Reverse Mentoring scheme, which includes LGBTQIA+ mentors, to more leadership figures. The experiences of LGBTQIA+ have also been shared through campaigns such as Behind the Lens at Imperial, Imperial People profiles, and LGBTQ+ Brains.
