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Hi all, welcome to the first edition of the Students Association Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) newsletter! I am very excited to see the first edition being sent out as I am passionate about highlighting the fantastic work that is being undertaken around EDI by our volunteers and staff members.
The newsletter will be a way for you to learn about the student support groups' work, ways you can get involved, and other EDI work at the Students Association, as well as sharing events and EDI news from within the OU.
I hope you enjoy them and I would like to thank the support groups for their contribution and the Association EDI staff team for their hard work in making the newsletter a reality. Natalie Baker - Vice President Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (VP EDI) |
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Where can you find the newsletter?
The EDI newsletter will be published on our website. You will be able to click on the Newsletter tile to view it.
If you are already a member of any of the three existing student-led Groups, you will automatically receive a reminder of the newsletter for each edition. (Not a member yet but would like to join? See the Support Groups’ page.)
You will also receive a reminder as part of the Association’s main newsletter. You can sign up here for this.
How to get involved?
If you have any comments or would like to be featured in one of the future EDI newsletters, email us at oustudents-support@open.ac.uk.
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EDI at the Association – a useful guide to a more inclusive Students Association |
Find a quick overview of all things Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at the Association and ways to get involved in this news article on our website. |
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Celebrating diversity, creating unity |
| As part of our EDI Roadshow series mentioned in our article on EDI at the Association, we are launching a video project to showcase the beautiful tapestry of intersectionalities among our diverse student body. Have a look on YouTube at the videos already submitted to us.
Email us at oustudents-support@open.ac.uk to submit your own video and to take part. |
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Student-led Groups review update |
Student-led Groups have for long time served as foundational elements in our commitment to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion within the Association. Last year we explored how we can enhance our support for both, their members and Committees. In this news article, we provide you with a overview of our discoveries, our progress, and the actions ahead of us. |
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Meet the Disabled Students Group Committee |
As one of the oldest Groups, the Disabled Students Group boasts 20 years of history and hundreds of members. Meet the current Committee who will be finishing their term at the end of this year, after two years of enthusiastic work and dedication to represent and engage with follow disabled students. |
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Succeeding as an OU Student with a disability |
| Studying as someone with a physical or neurological disability can create additional challenges for students, but the Disabled Students Group are here with a range of hints and tips to help you succeed during your time as an OU students. | Studying as someone with a physical or neurological disability can create additional challenges for students, but the Disabled Students Group are here with a range of hints and tips to help you succeed during your time as an OU students. | |
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Disabled Students Group Chair election |
As we are approaching the end of the year and with that the end of the current Committee’s term, we started the recruitment of the new Committee (with some changes to our process, learn more about in our Hoot article).
Nominations are open for the Chair of the Disabled Students Group until noon Monday, 30 October 2023.
If you have the skills, passion and commitment to succeed in this role then why not stand in the election?
Head to our the Candidate Zone of our website to find more information.
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Meet the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Group Committee |
Meet the Committee and learn more about their upcoming plans and ways to get involved in the Group’s work.
Gaurang and Larresha are also on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who want to make a difference and join their small but enthusiastic Committee! |
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A Day in the Life as Vice Chair of the Black, Asian & Ethnic Minority Group |
Have you ever attended the Freshers event on campus? Larresha tells us her experience of running the Group’s stall during the face-to-face Freshers Fair in Milton Keynes. |
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Meet the OU Pride Committee |
The OU Pride committee are a small group but are very vocal when it comes to matters that impact their members! With the new OU term beginning, the committee would like to reintroduce themselves and ensure that any OU students who would like to get involved knows who is representing them! |
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Transgender Awareness Month |
Monday 13 November - Sunday 19 November is Transgender Awareness week, a celebration leading up to the Transgender Day of Remembrance.
OU Pride will be marking the month in a range of ways, kicking off with an article from the committee. | |
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Black History Month events |
Although we are near the end of Black History Month, there are still some events left to attend organised by the Open University. Head to our Forums to find the link to calendar offering events exploring this years theme: celebrating Black women's exceptional achievements and contributions |
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Don’t forget that as a current OU student or recent graduate you can search OpportunityHub for jobs and work experience opportunities, including a variety of schemes open specifically to students with protected characteristics. |
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Find out more about the Association Support Groups below |
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