Equality, diversity and inclusion

The Department of Chemical Engineering strives to provide a safe, welcoming and equitable place to work and study for all. This is done in a number of ways and in accordance with College guidance.

Support for parents 

We are committed to supporting staff members in accordance with College policy. To read about this in detail, including information about the Elsie Widdowson Fellowship, please visit our Maternity and paternity support page.

Health and wellbeing

The Department supports the wellbeing of staff in a number of ways. To read about this in detail, including information on flexible working, please visit our Health and Wellbeing page.

The College has signed up to the Time to Change pledge, committing to raise awareness of mental health issues and enhance the mental wellbeing of our community. There is advice and support circulated by the College which you can find on the Mental health page.

The Department of Chemical Engineering has two Mental Health First Aiders: Iain MacDonald and Cristina Romano. Iain or Cristina are available to contact if you would like a chat.

Disability

The College’s Disability Advisory Service is committed to providing tailored and flexible support to students, and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Centre is able to support or advise staff. The is open to disabled staff and aims to impart knowledge and techniques to overcome and master barriers in the workplace.

The Departmental Disability Officer (Dilshad Badshah) supports students with disabilities or specific learning difficulties. Dilshad should be your first point of contact within the Department, and can assist with additional examination arrangements and facilitate your support within the Department.

Harassment

The College and Department are committed to taking the necessary action to eliminate all forms of discrimination – especially direct and indirect forms of harassment, bullying and victimisation. You can read more about the policy on the pages, where you can also find Harassment Support Contacts.

You may also want to visit the College’s Advice and support pages for information on Confidential Care, which you can call for support and advice.

The Department has participated in Active Bystander training, and aims to hold further sessions so that all staff have the opportunity to participate.  

Events and training

There are a range of training and events run by the College surrounding equality and diversity, and the Department encourages participation in these. You can find these on the Equality training courses pages.

College Networks

There are many staff networks at Imperial, including diversity networks. You can find further information on these below.