LGBTQ+ Resources and Information
Below are a number of useful resources, both internal and external to the University. This list can be updated so do get in touch if you would like to add anything.
- A leaflet for new LGBT+ staff produced by the Equality and Diversity Unit and the LGBT+ Advisory Group.
- Support for transgender staff and students as found on the Equality and Diversity webpage.
- Link to the SU's LGBTQ Campaign.
- A guide on how to be a good responsible bystander from the Equality and Diversity Unit.
- Resources in the Bodleian Libraries: colleagues in the Bodleian have been collating a collection of resources titled “Changing the narrative: championing inclusive collection development”. Here you can find a whole host of resources relating to different ED&I areas which are available to staff and students.
- Progress flag lanyards and pronoun badges: staff and students who want a new University of Oxford progress flag lanyard and/or pronoun badge should get in touch with the MPLS ED&I team on diversity@mpls.ox.ac.uk.
- LGBT+ History Month Lectures: Previous lectures in the series can be found the Equality and Diversity Unit's webpages.
- A link to the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index.
There are also a number of different professional support networks available, including Harassment Advisors, Mental Health First Aid support, and the counselling service and Rainbow Peers for students.
Harassment advice
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MPLS and the University does not tolerate any form of harassment or victimisation. If you need support, get in touch with the Harassment Advisor Network by emailing harassment.line@admin.ox.ac.uk, or contact Daisy Hung or Justin Hutchence (MPLS Harassment Advisors). More information about the Harassment Policy can be found here. |
Mental Health First Aid support |
MPLS have a number of trained Mental Health First Aiders. Get in touch with us by emailing mhfa@mpls.ox.ac.uk, or find out more through our Mental Health First Aid webpage. |
Counselling (for students) |
More information can be found on the central counselling service webpage. |
The Peer Support Programme was developed in the early 1990s in recognition of the essential role students play in supporting and encouraging one another on a day-to-day basis throughout their time at university. Rainbow Peers are trained Peer Supporters who identify as LGBTQ+. |