Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The CRUK Manchester Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality.

We have a genuine commitment to equality of opportunity for our staff and students, and aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve. We believe it is important that we recognise and respect how people identify themselves. We provide various HR, support and advice services to enable a fair and equal environment where everyone can achieve their potential.

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Embedding equality, diversity and inclusion in our culture

We believe that everyone has a duty to ensure equality and diversity legislation is followed and implemented. Recognising, embracing and valuing difference leads to improvements for all, including:

  • A more vibrant staff and student population
  • A better working and studying environment
  • Attracting and retaining the very best staff and students
  • Achieving our strategic goals
  • Improving the status of our Institute
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan

The Institute has created an action plan to reflect its commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion at the Institute and in our local community. This action plan will be in place until the new Director is appointed at which point the plan will be reviewed.

What is the Institute’s current vision for EDI?

To create a diverse and inclusive culture which develops, attracts, and maintains a positive environment for staff and students whilst achieving the Institute’s aim to deliver world class cancer research at the Institute.

What are our aims moving forward?

  • EDI Awareness and Training Provisions – To ensure that the profile of EDI is promoted within the Institute and beyond, and that staff and students understand their responsibilities regarding EDI.
  • Recruitment Practices and Opportunities – To ensure that the Institute recruitment practices adhere to and promote EDI.
  • Career Support and Development – To enable all staff (research and support) to reach their full potential within the Institute regardless of their protected characteristics.
  • Local Engagement – To ensure that the Institute engages with local schools to promote opportunities within STEM.
  • Data Collection – Transparency, Evidence, and Improvement – To analyse data to develop an evidence-based approach to drive change/improvements.
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