Equality, diversity and inclusion
The Mathematical Institute is committed to creating an environment where excellence in research, teaching, and learning can thrive. We recognise that mathematical insight emerges from bringing together different perspectives and approaches.
Our aim is to ensure every member of our community – students, researchers, and staff – has the support they need to achieve their full potential.
This commitment is embedded in our Good Practice Statement and championed by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee. Working closely with the Department Committee, which oversees all departmental operations, we ensure these principles inform every aspect of our work.
"Mathematical innovation requires great minds and new ideas, and the best progress comes from combining a diversity of people, cultures and experience.
"The Mathematical Institute is a place to share ideas, to inspire each other, and to be inspired. It is a place where everyone should be valued and supported."Professor Ian Hewitt
Chair – Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee
We are committed to promoting gender equality in mathematics through our participation in initiatives like Athena SWAN and our close collaboration with the London Mathematical Society.
Find out more about the Mathematical Institute's Race Equality Action Plan, and the actions that the wider University is taking to accelerate race equality.
We actively work to ensure our spaces, services, and culture are accessible and supportive for everyone, including those with visible and non-visible disabilities in our community.
Learn more about our commitment to LGBTQ+ equality and increasing visibility, support, and empowerment of our students and staff across the broad spectrum of diversity of sexuality and gender identity.
We are working to foster an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive while balancing work or study with family responsibilities.
Mental Health First Aiders in the department and the Thriving at Oxford programme offer mental health and wellbeing resources, along with professional support from the staff Employee Assistance Programme.
Further details and links to sources of support available to both students and staff at the Mathematical Institute and the wider University.
Read more about our code of conduct expected of all faculty, staff and students at the Mathematical Institute.
Mathematics thrives when every voice is heard, every perspective valued.
The department is committed to creating a happy and healthy working environment, where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We do not tolerate any form of harassment, bullying or victimisation.
The Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee has been set up to take forward initiatives in this area. Find out more about how to get involved.
Our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee works on an annual calendar of dates and activities, in conjunction with the Division and wider University, to raise awareness of diversity matters.