On this page we list events relevant to Equality and Inclusion, whether at the University, such as those held by the Staff Networks, in the wider Leeds area, or beyond.
Know of an event which you think should be listed? Contact equality@leeds.ac.uk to let us know, and we can add it to our calendar. The Equality and Inclusion Calendar is a practical resource highlighting the main faith days observed or celebrated, key diversity days, awareness raising dates, public holidays and academic term dates.
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UK Disability History Month (UKDHM) is an annual event focused on the history of disabled people’s fight for equality and human rights. UKDHM 2021 will take place from the evening of 18 November until Friday 18 December. The joint themes in 2021 are: Disability and Hidden Impairment Disability Sex and Relationships The University is helping...
Inter Faith Week takes place from Sunday 14 – Sunday 21 November. It provides an opportunity to strengthen relationships and understanding between people of different faiths and beliefs. This awareness week intends to create increased understanding of the diversity of faith communities in the UK, and celebrate their contribution to society. Inter faith cooperation and...
Learn, acknowledge and celebrate Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic cultures! Leeds11, partners and friends are proud to bring you their celebratory programme for Black History Month 2021. The programme of events looks to bring everyone on a collective journey of insight. Understanding into the wonderful achievements and success of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) people....
National Inclusion Week is designed to celebrate everyday inclusion in all its forms and promoting the importance of equality in the workplace. The theme for 2021 is about unity #UnitedForInclusion. Programme of events Creating the best City through inclusion Supporting Staff with Long Covid and other chronic fatigue conditions Picture a Scientist LinkedIn Learning courses...
South Asian Heritage Month is an awareness month that runs from 18 July to 17 August every year. It had its inaugural year in 2020. It’s aim is to raise the profile of British South Asian heritage and history in the UK through education, arts, culture and commemoration. The ultimate goal is to support people...
UK Black Pride (UKBP) is a Black gay pride event that has taken place since 2005 in London. It is Europe's largest celebration for African, Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin American and Caribbean people. Celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people and attracting nearly 8,000 annually. It was founded by Phyllis Akua Opoku-Gyimah, also...
June 22nd 2021 marks the fourth national Windrush Day. Marking 73 years since the first Caribbean migrants arrived to the UK. To help re-build Britain after the Second World War. Windrush Day is an observed day (not a bank holiday). Introduced in June 2018 on the 70th anniversary of the Windrush migration. It was instituted...
Carers Week takes place between 7-13 June 2021. It is an opportunity to celebrate and recognise the vital contribution made by the UK’s 6.5 million carers who have caring responsibilities for one or more children or other family members. Caring can be hugely rewarding but it can also be a challenging experience. The impact of caring for...
17 May is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHoBiT). The day is marked worldwide, including in 37 countries where same-sex acts are still illegal. The day was created in 2004 as a response to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, as well as all other people with...
Hosted by the Mental Health Foundation, Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from Monday 10th – Sunday 16th May 2021 and the theme this year is ‘Nature’. Mental health has become more relevant to all our lives during the pandemic. This year, get involved in Mental Health Awareness week by connecting with nature. Going for walks...