This post has been written by one of our Professional Services EDI Leads, Taniya, and reflects this year’s National Inclusion Week theme, ‘Build Trust. Navigate Change’. Grounded in a commitment to identifying and removing barriers, both in her voluntary EDI…
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For many of us, belonging is often linked to where we come from, our culture, or our identity. Yet some of the strongest connections we build are not rooted in shared backgrounds at all, but in shared values, mutual respect…
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On Monday 8 June 2026, colleagues and students from across the University of Westminster came together at our Marylebone Campus for the Sixth Annual Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Open Forum — a day dedicated to exploring what inclusion really…
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At the University of Westminster, inclusion isn’t just something we talk about—it’s part of how we show up for each other every day. It comes to life through people’s lived experiences. In this post Kash shares his story. Equality, Diversity…
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Around International Women’s Day, I usually like to pause and think about the women who’ve inspired and motivated me. This time, though, I’m really pleased to hand over to my colleague Sevgi Sarialtin, who’s written this post. International Women’s Day always…
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As February and LGBT+ History Month draw to a close, Maria Jula, co-chair of our Q+ Network, reflects on her experience of why finding a community where you truly belong matters so much. It continues our exploration of inclusion, connection,…
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Hi! Welcome to the very first post on our Belonging at Westminster blog! This is a space where we’ll celebrate our achievements, share our progress around equality, diversity and inclusion, and highlight the voices and lived experiences of our colleagues and students….
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