Let’s Talk Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/let-s-talk-equality-diversity-and-inclusion We are proud to host a new series of in conversation pieces hosted by the Directorate of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). ‘Let’s talk’ encourages members of our diverse University community to have an open and honest discussion about topics right across EDI. The University of Manchester 864d7318-32fd-5569-841d-5f2d3c953041 yes en Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:29:48 -0700 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:30:12 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/PO4-K-9yDTGpjgRlLDFATz-zVXd1kdV1EQxKyiDZb08/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wZThi/YTNiYjNjNzQ1YTRi/ZDBkZjJkYmQ1OWY0/Njg1OC5wbmc.jpg Let’s Talk Equality, Diversity and Inclusion serial The University of Manchester We are proud to host a new series of in conversation pieces hosted by the Directorate of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). ‘Let’s talk’ encourages members of our diverse University community to have an open and honest discussion about topics right across EDI. We are proud to host a new series of in conversation pieces hosted by the Directorate of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). The University of Manchester equalityanddiversity@manchester.ac.uk No No Let's Talk Staff Networks Episode 1 1 1 1 1 Let's Talk Staff Networks Episode 1 full 950d7e13-4af7-4085-b2e6-c0889ec3435b https://share.transistor.fm/s/81e21509 This episode focuses on Staff Networks as 8th May was the National Day for Staff Networks. https://www.nationaldayforstaffnetworks.co.uk/

Networks are all about people; they are about progressive change; they are all about supporting the employee journey and inspiring a feeling of belonging. 

The purpose of the National Day for Staff Networks is to shine a light and recognise the multiple benefits that staff networks/resource groups offer and in so many cases offer their organisation. Research in 2020/21 showed that 51% of workers wanted to join a network as they returned to working in shared physical spaces. Nearly 40% of organisations relied on their networks to keep them informed on the wellbeing of employees.

At the University of Manchester we have a range of staff networks.  Our 'big 4' are: 

AllOut and AllOut Allies  - LGBTQ+
Women@Manchester
The Disabled Staff Network (including the Neurodivergent Network and the cancer network) 
The B.A.M.E network

This session, hosted by Stephanie Danson includes our current Director of EDI, Banji Adewumi MBE, Matthew Sanderson and Megan Johnston - Co-Chairs of AllOut and Emma Shiels and Lin Ma - Co-Chairs of Women@Manchester. 

]]> This episode focuses on Staff Networks as 8th May was the National Day for Staff Networks. https://www.nationaldayforstaffnetworks.co.uk/

Networks are all about people; they are about progressive change; they are all about supporting the employee journey and inspiring a feeling of belonging. 

The purpose of the National Day for Staff Networks is to shine a light and recognise the multiple benefits that staff networks/resource groups offer and in so many cases offer their organisation. Research in 2020/21 showed that 51% of workers wanted to join a network as they returned to working in shared physical spaces. Nearly 40% of organisations relied on their networks to keep them informed on the wellbeing of employees.

At the University of Manchester we have a range of staff networks.  Our 'big 4' are: 

AllOut and AllOut Allies  - LGBTQ+
Women@Manchester
The Disabled Staff Network (including the Neurodivergent Network and the cancer network) 
The B.A.M.E network

This session, hosted by Stephanie Danson includes our current Director of EDI, Banji Adewumi MBE, Matthew Sanderson and Megan Johnston - Co-Chairs of AllOut and Emma Shiels and Lin Ma - Co-Chairs of Women@Manchester. 

]]> Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:02:39 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2701 This episode focuses on Staff Networks as 8th May was the National Day for Staff Networks. https://www.nationaldayforstaffnetworks.co.uk/

Networks are all about people; they are about progressive change; they are all about supporting the employee journey and inspiring a feeling of belonging. 

The purpose of the National Day for Staff Networks is to shine a light and recognise the multiple benefits that staff networks/resource groups offer and in so many cases offer their organisation. Research in 2020/21 showed that 51% of workers wanted to join a network as they returned to working in shared physical spaces. Nearly 40% of organisations relied on their networks to keep them informed on the wellbeing of employees.

At the University of Manchester we have a range of staff networks.  Our 'big 4' are: 

AllOut and AllOut Allies  - LGBTQ+
Women@Manchester
The Disabled Staff Network (including the Neurodivergent Network and the cancer network) 
The B.A.M.E network

This session, hosted by Stephanie Danson includes our current Director of EDI, Banji Adewumi MBE, Matthew Sanderson and Megan Johnston - Co-Chairs of AllOut and Emma Shiels and Lin Ma - Co-Chairs of Women@Manchester. 

]]> No Neurodiversity Celebration Week with the University of Manchester Neurodivergent Staff Network 2 2 1 1 Neurodiversity Celebration Week with the University of Manchester Neurodivergent Staff Network full e20fbdc3-0f1f-4381-bfb6-bba57fcb85db https://share.transistor.fm/s/c86eb46c To mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, the University of Manchester Neurodivergent Staff Network brings you a powerful, honest, and deeply human conversation about late diagnosis, masking, family life, workplace inclusion, and the journey towards genuine self‑acceptance.

Hosted by Matthew Harrison, co‑chair of the Network, this episode features four colleagues — Amy, Hannah, Marianthy and Simon — who share their lived experiences of autism, ADHD, burnout, parenting, neurodivergent community, and finding ways to thrive at work.

Together, they explore:

  • What changed for them after discovering they were neurodivergent
  • The emotional and practical realities of late diagnosis
  • Masking, burnout and the cost of “coping”
  • Parenting neurodivergent children and family dynamics
  • Finding connection through community — both online and in person
  • Navigating reasonable adjustments and disclosure at work
  • Building accepting, sustainable ways of living and working
  • The positives, strengths and empowerment that come with embracing one’s neurodivergent identity

This is an open, compassionate and often moving discussion that highlights the diversity within neurodiversity — and celebrates the many ways neurodivergent people contribute to our university and beyond.

Whether you're neurodivergent yourself, supporting others, or simply wanting to learn more, this episode offers insight, solidarity and real stories from colleagues across our community.

To learn more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week, visit: https://www.neurodiversityweek.com

]]> To mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, the University of Manchester Neurodivergent Staff Network brings you a powerful, honest, and deeply human conversation about late diagnosis, masking, family life, workplace inclusion, and the journey towards genuine self‑acceptance.

Hosted by Matthew Harrison, co‑chair of the Network, this episode features four colleagues — Amy, Hannah, Marianthy and Simon — who share their lived experiences of autism, ADHD, burnout, parenting, neurodivergent community, and finding ways to thrive at work.

Together, they explore:

  • What changed for them after discovering they were neurodivergent
  • The emotional and practical realities of late diagnosis
  • Masking, burnout and the cost of “coping”
  • Parenting neurodivergent children and family dynamics
  • Finding connection through community — both online and in person
  • Navigating reasonable adjustments and disclosure at work
  • Building accepting, sustainable ways of living and working
  • The positives, strengths and empowerment that come with embracing one’s neurodivergent identity

This is an open, compassionate and often moving discussion that highlights the diversity within neurodiversity — and celebrates the many ways neurodivergent people contribute to our university and beyond.

Whether you're neurodivergent yourself, supporting others, or simply wanting to learn more, this episode offers insight, solidarity and real stories from colleagues across our community.

To learn more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week, visit: https://www.neurodiversityweek.com

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:26:48 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2800 To mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, the University of Manchester Neurodivergent Staff Network brings you a powerful, honest, and deeply human conversation about late diagnosis, masking, family life, workplace inclusion, and the journey towards genuine self‑acceptance.

Hosted by Matthew Harrison, co‑chair of the Network, this episode features four colleagues — Amy, Hannah, Marianthy and Simon — who share their lived experiences of autism, ADHD, burnout, parenting, neurodivergent community, and finding ways to thrive at work.

Together, they explore:

  • What changed for them after discovering they were neurodivergent
  • The emotional and practical realities of late diagnosis
  • Masking, burnout and the cost of “coping”
  • Parenting neurodivergent children and family dynamics
  • Finding connection through community — both online and in person
  • Navigating reasonable adjustments and disclosure at work
  • Building accepting, sustainable ways of living and working
  • The positives, strengths and empowerment that come with embracing one’s neurodivergent identity

This is an open, compassionate and often moving discussion that highlights the diversity within neurodiversity — and celebrates the many ways neurodivergent people contribute to our university and beyond.

Whether you're neurodivergent yourself, supporting others, or simply wanting to learn more, this episode offers insight, solidarity and real stories from colleagues across our community.

To learn more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week, visit: https://www.neurodiversityweek.com

]]> neurodivergence; masking; adjustments; university of manchester; autism; adhd No Matthew Harrison Marianthy Riga Simon Watson Amy-Theresa Evans Hannah Wright