UH is committed to being a trans-inclusive institution that champions diversity and celebrates the gender identities of students and staff.
We employ the word 'trans' as an umbrella term that describes people whose gender identity or expression does not match the sex they were assigned at birth.
UH celebrates and values the diversity of its student population and workforce and will treat all students and employees fairly, equally and with respect. The University will at no time discriminate against people on the grounds of their gender identity or gender expression. We seek to provide a positive learning and working environment free from discrimination, harassment, or victimisation.
Promoting and supporting the diverse identities at the University not only creates an environment where students and staff feel supported but also have the confidence to achieve.
We have undertaken several initiatives to support the trans community at Herts including:
- Implementation of an LGBT+ Allies programme
- Sponsorship of the LGBTQ+ Staff Network
- Supporting and collaborating with the student LGBT+ Society
- Trans Awareness training for staff
- Rolling out Gender-Neutral Toilets across both campuses
- Organising events for LGBT+ History Month, Trans Day of Awareness and the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
- More information about how the University supports the LGBT+ community
Read the full guidance here: Trans-inclusive Guidance for Students
Further Resources
- Synestra - a community interest company (CIC) from Hertfordshire aiming to support the transgender community, they have also delivered workshops and events at UH.
- NHS Gender-dysphoria - an NHS website which can answer many of your questions.
- Press for Change - this organisation is useful for transgender equality and the law.
- GIRES, the Gender Identity Research and Education Society - GIRES aims to improve the lives of trans people by education and research.
- Gendered Intelligence - a company whose mission is to increase understanding of gender diversity.
- Terrence Higgins Trust - the UK's leading HIV and sexual health charity
- Stonewall Trans Hub - a leading LGBTQ+ charity
The University will at no time discriminate against people on the grounds of their gender identity or gender expression. We actively seek to provide a positive learning and working environment free from discrimination, harassment or victimisation.
We welcome any comments and encourage open and transparent dialogue. If you require any further information and a copy of the document, please contact the Equality Diversity and Inclusion Office via edi@herts.ac.uk.