Take bold action for inclusion

In alignment with our MAPS EDI Strategic plan, we are opening the first ever MAPS EDI Funding Call “Take bold action for inclusion.” The aim is to provide support to EDI initiatives that focus on developing or strengthening inclusive environments for staff or students in the Faculty. For 2024, we are planning to fund an appropriate number of projects for up to a maximum of £3,000 each.   The projects should address inclusivity regarding, but not limited to, disability, the LGBTQ+ community, gender, race and ethnicity, religion or belief, or socio-economic background. 

Who can apply?

 The lead applicant must be member of staff or PhD student, but the project may be done in collaboration with undergraduate, postgraduate taught and/or research graduate students.   We would like to encourage applications from departmental EDI-related networks, departmental EDI committees, and any individual member of staff passionate about taking bold action for inclusion.  

Find a PDF link:

• File

  maps_edi_funding_call_take_bold_action_for_inclusion_2025-2026.pdf
• MAPS EDI Application form

Assessment

The faculty panel will assess the proposals. All applications should clearly show that the proposed project: 

• is relevant to MAPS EDI Strategy 2022-2027,
• will be completed within the funding period (29th January 2026 to 31st July 2026),
• has a clearly defined target audience, and  
• has a clearly defined intended impact. 

We also welcome projects that foster collaboration between departments or institutes in the Faculty.   Successful applicants will need to provide a narrative project report and a financial report of expenditure against budget by 31 July 2026.