We recognise the right of all patients, visitors and employees to be treated fairly and considerately, irrespective of age, gender, marital status, religious belief, ethnic background, nationality, sexual orientation, disability or social status. We will not condone discrimination of any form, including homophobic, transphobic, biphobic, sexist or racist behaviour or discrimination on the basis of disability towards our staff, patients or visitors.
We are committed to improving the experience of our colleagues by creating a culture where everyone who works for, trains, or volunteers at UHB feel like they belong, can thrive, know that they add value and feel valued. We are delivering this through our four inclusion objectives.
Inclusion Objectives 2024 - 2029
- Increase reputation
- Build capability
- Improve access
- Assess impact
At the centre of this work are the voices and experiences of our staff. One of the ways that we ensure staff can contribute is through our staff networks, which meet regularly, helping to shape the Trust’s equality and diversity work. Our staff networks include:
- Disability or Long-Term Health Condition Staff Network
- Neurodiversity Staff Network
- REACH (Race, ethnicity and cultural heritage) Staff Network
- UHBeProud (LGBT+) Staff Network
- Women’s Inclusive Staff Network
Network meetings are open to all staff, and we actively encourage allies to join (allies are staff who believe everyone should experience full equality in the workplace). Our network objectives are to:
- provide a safe and confidential space for staff to discuss what is important to them
- work with UHB to make positive change
- reduce stigma and raise awareness
You can learn more about this work by contacting us on the email address below:
Last reviewed: 14 January 2026