- What are gender-neutral toilets?
- Why do we have gender-neutral toilets?
- Where are gender-neutral toilets located?
- Can anyone use gender-neutral toilets on campus?
- What if I don't want to use a gender-neutral toilet?
- How do I report inappropriate behaviour in a gender-neutral toilet?
- Who can I contact about gender-neutral toilets?
What are gender-neutral toilets?
Gender-neutral toilets can be used by anyone, regardless of their sex, gender or gender identity.
Some trans and non-binary people may feel more comfortable using a gender-neutral toilet, but the choice is personal. Anyone is welcome to use these facilities.
Why do we have gender-neutral toilets?
The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Office recognised the need for gender-neutral toilets on campus following requests from Herts SU (Students' Union), the LGBT+ student society, individual students and staff.
Concerns had also been raised about the safety and wellbeing of trans and non-binary members of our community when using gendered toilets. Some trans staff and students reported avoiding using toilets on campus because they found the experience stressful.
Providing gender-neutral toilets gives students and staff an additional choice of facilities.
Where are gender-neutral toilets located?
Gender-neutral toilets are available at the following locations.
College Lane Campus
- J117, Learning Resources Centre (LRC), ground floor
- K122 and K124, Learning Resources Centre (LRC) Annex
- AA142, Art and Design Building
- Innovation Centre
- D435, Main Building
- Wright Building, ground floor in the stairwell
- Spectra Building
de Havilland Campus
- Learning Resources Centre (LRC), first floor on both sides
- Enterprise Hub, ground floor
- Weston Auditorium
- Sports Village
- Z153, MacLaurin Building, first floor between the lifts
Can anyone use gender-neutral toilets on campus?
Yes. Gender-neutral toilets are available for any student or member of staff to use. Please use the facilities respectfully.
What if I don't want to use a gender-neutral toilet?
You can choose to use female or male toilets instead. Please follow the signs to the single-sex toilets or ask a member of staff for directions.
How do I report inappropriate behaviour in a gender-neutral toilet?
If you witness or experience inappropriate or unwanted behaviour in a gender-neutral toilet, contact the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Office at edi@herts.ac.uk for guidance.
If you need immediate support, contact Security.
Who can I contact about gender-neutral toilets?
For questions or concerns about gender-neutral toilets, contact the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Office at edi@herts.ac.uk.