Inclusive research culture
Embedding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in research excellence
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To deliver world-class translational research, we must ensure that our work equitably serves the diverse people and communities who benefit from, contribute to, enable, and support it. This requires systematically embedding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) across all aspects of our research infrastructure.
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Embracing EDI is more than a legal obligation. It is a matter of social justice and a cornerstone of research excellence. By fostering an inclusive culture, we strengthen the integrity, impact, and relevance of our research.
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Our commitment to an inclusive research culture:
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Open and honest approach: Transparency in practices and decision-making
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Inclusive environment: Welcoming and respectful spaces for participants and the workforce
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Celebrating diversity: Recognising and valuing diverse perspectives in research
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Clear policies and expectations: Setting standards that promote fairness and accountability
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Equal opportunities: Ensuring access and advancement for all
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Continuous improvement: Building robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes to advance EDI
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Together, these principles guide us in creating research that reflects and serves the richness of our communities.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Updates
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To ensure everyone has access to the latest EDI information, we publish a quarterly bite-sized newsletter featuring key updates, resources, and stories.
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You can download our newsletter here:
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Newsletter 1
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Newsletter2
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If you have comments, suggestions, or would like to contribute to a future issue, please contact phedra.marius@uhs.nhs.uk
Meet our EDI lead
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Phedra Marius, deputy lab manager and specialist scientist at the NIHR Southampton CRF, champions EDI in research.
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As the Equality, Diversity Inclusion Champion of the Clinical Research Facility (CRF), Phedra endeavours to promote the delivery of the UHS Trust Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. Her role is to ensure it is implemented across the CRF.
She’s available for collaboration and advice at phedra.marius@uhs.nhs.uk.
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Demographic Profile of NIHR-CRF- Southampton Workforce as at 30 Jun 2025​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Diversity of Southampton and its environments

Useful resources
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Southampton Clinical Research Facility 2025 (Presentation)
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Survey result 2025