ECS is a supportive community. Our calendar of events includes International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).
In 2019 the LGBT+ rainbow flag was raised by the Vice-Chancellor. The team responsible for organising the event was a finalist of the Vice-Chancellor’s Awards. In 2020, we have held several virtual events that were enjoyed by staff and students. IDAHOBIT in ECS is led by Dorota A. Sikorska. To learn more about the event, contact Dorota on dask1n11@soton.ac.uk.
ECS staff and students are actively involved in Pulse LGBT+, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans staff network. The network aims to work in partnership with the University of Southampton and other LGBT+ networks to create a safe, inclusive and diverse working environment that encourages respect and equality for all, regardless of their sexual orientation and gender identity. All University staff, postgraduate students and Southampton University Students’ Union employees can join the network.