COVID-19 information News and events BGS Shop Hosted sites About BGS Research Data Discovering Geology Home » About BGS » Working with us » Equality, diversity and inclusion at the BGS About BGS — Working with us Share this article We strive for a fair and open working environment, free from discrimination, where we value all colleagues as individuals and respect their differences. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity across our organisation, ensuring everyone is treated with dignity and respect. This commitment is extended to the work we do across communities in the UK and with our partners overseas, as well as in the way we engage with all of our clients, partners and stakeholders from our science community. Everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect and to be provided with opportunities to flourish and succeed in a supportive environment. UKRI EDI vision UK researchers and innovators explain why equality, diversity and inclusion is vital for the research and development to thrive. © UKRI. We aim to build an inclusive workforce with employees from all backgrounds and people who are passionate about earth science that share our commitment to work for the good of the environment and the benefit of society. Our EDI group Our EDI priorities You can read more about our Athena SWAN accreditation and associated action plan. We are developing a programme of briefings, educational event, and training designed to raise staff awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion. This programme aims to support development of a wider appreciation of the steps we can all take to create an inclusive environment, better understand intersectionality and support the promotion of a culture which celebrates diversity where all feel valued and respected. These events cover a wide range of subjects including menopause, autism, employers for carers and transgender issues. Policies and practices The BGS also has a number of related policies and practices in place that support the wider embedding of good practice related to EDI. These include: the BGS Research Ethics Committee, which oversees the implementation of the BGS Research Ethics and Integrity Policy for research activities UKRI statement on modern slavery UKRI safeguarding policy Need more information? Get in touch You may also be interested in About BGS As the national geological survey, we are the UK’s premier provider of objective and authoritative scientific data, information and knowledge to help society understand our Earth. Show more Working with us BGS is committed to being an employer of choice and strives to embrace a culture of inclusivity and flexibility. Show more Was this page helpful? Yes No Cookies policy We’ll assume you’re okay with this, but you can opt out if you wish. More information. Accept Remind me later Useful links About BGS News and events Contact us Press office Job vacancies Accessibility Sustainability COP26 Policies & legal Privacy policy Cookies policy Terms of use Freedom of information (FOI) Intellectual property rights Join the BGS Newsletter Keep up to date with all the latest research, products and events news. Register © UKRI 2021