Let’s talk about race and racism

Racism, racial injustice and racial inequalities exist in our everyday lives and in wider society; they also exist within higher education and within our University.

Racism must be fought by everyone.

Contact us

Equality and Diversity Office
equality@york.ac.uk
+44 (0)1904 324680
@EqualityatYork

Our anti-racism statement

To become anti-racist we need to make an active and conscious effort to work against all aspects of overt and systemic racism. Our anti-racism statement explains how we're working towards this as a community.

Read our anti-racism statement

Response to the Black Lives Matter movement

Information about how the University is responding to legitimate concerns in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests.

Let’s educate ourselves

Find articles, videos and books to help increase our understanding of race and racism in the UK and around the world.

Race Equality Co-ordination Group

RECG exists to oversee activities, to challenge and to redress systemic inequalities and disadvantages.

Staff Race Equality Forum (SREF)

SREF provides opportunities for peer networking, support and development among Black, Asian and minority ethnic staff and the promotion of University values around inclusiveness.

Speak up and report racism

What to do if you experience racism, or know that others are experiencing it.

How to be a white ally

We all have a responsibility to learn more about racism and to become an ally to those who are affected by it.

Contact us

Equality and Diversity Office
equality@york.ac.uk
+44 (0)1904 324680
@EqualityatYork