Gender equality group

The Gender Equality Group (GEG) is open to members that have a lead responsibility for the implementation of the Gender Equality Scheme and Action Plan.

Where a member is unable to attend, a nominee would be desirable. Alternatively written feedback would be expected, where a member is absent.

Remit:

• To oversee implementation of Impact Assessment of the action plan associated with the Gender Equality Scheme (GES)
• To promote cultural change whereby gender equality is incorporated in all University’s functions and activities
• To oversee the further development of the University’s GES as appropriate
• To act as a channel of communication where generic gender equality issues can be raised and/or referred to appropriate bodies for action
• To oversee and contribute to the preparation of the annual progress report
• To review the Gender Equality Group membership and remit annually and to co-opt additional members to the Group as may be required

Reporting to:

The Equality and Diversity Strategy Committee but liaising widely with other committees, managers and officers to promote gender equality.

Membership:

• Chair – the Gender Equality Champion
• Director of Equality and Diversity
• SRC President or nominee  
• HR representative   
• Academic Secretary or nominee 
• VP Learning & Teaching or nominee 
• Head of Campus Services or nominee
• 7 members
• Clerk