Transgender & Non-Binary Equality Policy

St Mary’s is fully committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive culture for trans and non-binary members of staff, while providing a positive work environment free from discrimination. This commitment is supported by our values of respect, inclusiveness, excellence and generosity of spirit.

To help live out this commitment, we have worked with the Staff LGBTQ+ Network to publish St Mary’s first Staff Transgender and Non-Binary Equality Policy.

Key aims of this policy include:

Setting out how the University will ensure an inclusive culture that both welcomes and supports trans and non-binary staff, and ensures staff are treated with dignity and respect
Outlining support, guidance, and good practice for line managers of trans and non-binary staff, including a Transition Support Checklist for Staff
Fostering positive relations amongst transgender staff and the broader University community

To support the rollout of the policy, HR & Organisational Development will be hosting opt-in Gender Awareness Training in October. These sessions will provide an opportunity for staff (regardless of their gender identity) to develop confidence in their knowledge of the experiences of people who identify as LGBTQ+, particularly those who are trans and non-binary. The training will also provide a safe space for staff to seek guidance about the policy and how to ensure successful implementation.

More information on the Gender Awareness Training sessions will be shared in the coming weeks. Should you have any questions about the policy in the interim, please email Samantha Goober, Head of Equality and Inclusion Projects, at samantha.goober@stmarys.ac.uk.

Interested in getting more involved in LGBTQ+ staff activities at SMU? Join our LGBTQ+ Staff Network. Please don't feel any pressure to be "out" as LGBTQ+ to attend our events – all are welcome, including allies! Join the mailing list by emailing lgbtq@stmarys.ac.uk.

Transgender & Non-Binary Equality Policy

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