In EEE, we support all minority ethnic staff and students, helping them to succeed in their chosen career path and educational studies.
Race equality is at the forefront of a department that is committed to enhancing an environment that is welcoming and holds a feeling of belonging. We recognise there is a long road ahead and there is still important work to be done. That is why we want to make sure your needs are met and we encourage you to voice your opinion. We want to make sure you are provided with equal opportunities that enable you to reach your full potential. There are numerous tools, resources, and networks where you can find out about various opportunities to support you and your goals. To find out more, please see below.
If you can't find what you are looking for, please email edi@ee.ucl.ac.uk and a member of the EDI committee will respond. Please note that all information provided below can be found on the UCL Race Equality page.
Student Resources
When you join EEE, it's important to us to make sure you are aware and know where to find all resources relating to Race Equality. The information below focuses on student society and network groups, student development, where to report racial and xenophobic harassment, and for allies, race equality educational resources.
Student Development
UCL Careers aims to provide minority ethnic students with information about the range of career support available from a variety of companies, organisations, and sectors.
Student Societies and Networks
Student's Union UCL: Clubs & Societies
Student's Union UCL has a wide spectrum of clubs and societies that offer the best ways to get more out of your time at UCL. Offering you the opportunity to meet new people and learn about different cultures. The society groups include UCL African Caribbean Society, Arab and North African Society, Chinese Students and Scholars Association Society, and many more.
RaceMatters@UCL
The RaceMatters@UCL forum is for networking, peer support, sharing ideas and articles of interest, forging scholarly connections and collaborations, organising formal and social events, and positively influencing policy and practice on race equality at UCL. The group networks through academic and social events.
BME Students Network
The BME Students Network includes students from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Caribbean and Latin American backgrounds, as well as anyone who identifies as BME. The network aims to empower and celebrate all BME students.
Staff Resources
We want all minority ethnic Departmental staff and prospective applicants to feel welcome, a sense of inclusivity, and know they have equal access to opportunities whilst on their chosen career path. We have outlined the resources available to current and future staff members that will support their UCL careers. Our Departmental Professional Services Team, Academics and Research Staff, welcome diversity, strive for equality, and encourage inclusivity. We are a friendly and supportive Department and want to make your experience at UCL an exceptional one. We look forward to meeting and welcoming you to the Department.
Staff Development
B-MEntor: Academics : B-MEntor Academic Mentoring Scheme is a cross-institutional mentoring scheme for minority ethnic academics and researchers.
B-MEntor: Professional : B-MEntor Professional Mentoring Scheme is a cross-institutional mentoring scheme for minority ethnic staff in Professional Services roles.
The Coaching Culture Programme
Coaching Culture Programme aims to empower our 13,000+ employees to perform at their best while supporting their wellbeing; ensure the organisation is listening to a diverse range of voices and stimulate even greater curiosity and innovation in our daily practice.
Staff Societies and Networks
RaceMatters@UCL
The RaceMatters@UCL forum is for networking, peer support, sharing ideas and articles of interest, forging scholarly connections and collaborations, organising formal and social events, and positively influencing policy and practice on race equality at UCL. The group networks through academic and social events.
Race Equality Steering Group EDI
The full aims and objectives of the Race Equality Steering Group EDI can be found on their UCL webpage.
Reporting Racial and Xenophobic Harassment
Race equality educational resources
Race equality education resources