Equality, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) and Wellbeing

The Department of Physics and Astronomy embeds equality practice at the centre of all that it does making it an excellent place to work and study.

Message to staff : 13 October 2022 from Prof. Raman Prinja

I appreciate that some of you have become aware of the recent article regarding Chris Backhouse. The contents of the article were very distressing. I, along with the entire HEP group, were truly shocked and deeply saddened to read of such inexcusable behaviours. We were unaware of the reported harassment prior to its public announcement. I can confirm that this individual resigned and left UCL in September 2022 and is no longer affiliated with UCL. I want to assure you that the department's resolve is to stand firmly against any forms of harassment, bullying and discrimination. We will continue to work and double the effort to improve the department's culture, while providing broad and individual support.

EDI Policies and Networks

EDI-related policies and guidance, as well as support networks for staff and students

Juno Champion and Athena SWAN

Project Juno is the IOP’s flagship gender equality award for university physics departments and schools of physics, and other related organisations.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee and Welfare Committee

The EDI committee was established in 2012 and meets regularly, with the aims of promoting equality and creating a supportive working environment for all staff in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.