Support for staff and students

Change the PATTERN

We have developed a campaign to raise awareness of unacceptable behaviours in academia, their triggers and impact. We aim to contribute to a cultural shift in academia, away from the ‘thick skin’ and ‘that is the way we do things around here’ rhetoric and towards a culture of care.

Challenging bullying, harassment, victimisation and intimidation

The Institute fosters a positive cultural climate where all staff and students can flourish and be their authentic selves. Find what support is available in case of bullying and harassment, and what options you have to report these incidents.

Mental heath and wellbeing

We are working to make UCL a happy and healthy place to be for the whole UCL community. We offer a range of resources to support your mental and physical wellbeing.

Workload

Explore the workload dashboards to better understand workload patterns and help inform meaningful conversations on workload management

Gender and Sex equity

The Institute is strongly committed to the Athena Swan scheme and to progress gender equality, and are proud holders an Athena SWAN Silver Award. 

Support for parents and carers

Parental policies, practices & resources, including IoN Pregnancy and Parental Leave Handbook, IoN Maternity Room, and Maternity/Paternity Champions.

Building your career

The IoN is committed to promote and support the career progression for all staff and students. Find out more about opportunities and resources available at the Institute.

Mentoring at the IoN

Mentoring is a crucial part of supporting career progression and we are dedicated to trying to find an appropriate mentor for any person who requests one at IoN. Find out more about our mentoring schemes. 

Links and resources

Find information about equality, diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives at UCL and beyond. Find information available about funding opportunities for underrepresented minorities in STEMM.