Event Details

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is a crucial aspect of fostering a fair and collaborative environment in the research sector. With increasing emphasis on creating inclusive workspaces, ARMA’s Foundation to EDI course aims to provide research managers and administrators with essential knowledge about EDI principles, legal requirements, and best practices. This 1 hour 30 minute online workshop will equip you with the fundamental understanding of how EDI shapes the research environment and why it is essential for building a healthy research culture.

Target Audience:

This session is designed for research managers and administrators with basic or no prior knowledge of EDI. It’s ideal for those who are new to the topic and want to understand how EDI can be integrated into their professional practice, particularly within research settings.

Session Objectives:

By the end of this session, participants will:

1. Understand what EDI means – Explore the core concepts of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, including the legal frameworks that protect individuals from discrimination in the workplace and research settings.
2. Learn about legal protections – Gain an understanding of the legal requirements around EDI and who is protected under UK law. This includes a review of relevant legislation such as the Equality Act 2010 and how it applies within the research environment.
3. Explore how EDI can be demonstrated in the research cycle – Discover practical ways to integrate EDI throughout various stages of the research process, from design and funding to dissemination and collaboration.
4. Discuss examples of good practice in research culture – Learn about effective approaches and initiatives that have successfully fostered a more inclusive research culture. This will include case studies and best practice examples to demonstrate how EDI can improve the quality, innovation, and impact of research.

Why should you attend?

This workshop provides a foundational understanding of EDI, enabling research managers and administrators to actively contribute to building an inclusive, diverse, and equitable research culture.