Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Edinburgh College is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fostering a culture that respects individual differences. We are committed to providing an inclusive ethos and environment, where everyone feels welcome, supported and respected.
As an employer and public body, we play a leading part in promoting equality and diversity more widely. We recognise that equal access to education is crucial in unlocking many significant opportunities in life.
We aim to help remove barriers and advance equality for groups who experience disadvantage in our society.
If you need further information about any of the College’s EDI initiatives, please email equality@edinburghcollege.ac.uk.
Diversity Calendar
Our diversity calendar includes a mixture of religious festivals as well as equality, diversity and inclusion-related events and key dates.
Equality Newsletters
The Equality Newsletter brings you the latest equality news and developments at Edinburgh College, such as updates to policies, initiatives and training. Anyone at the College is welcome to contribute to this newsletter. Please contact equality@edinburghcollege.ac.uk for more information.
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Armed Forces Covenant
Edinburgh College was awarded the Silver Award in 2022.
Disability Confident
Edinburgh College was awarded the Level 2 Disability Confident Employer by the Department for Work and Pensions’ Disability Confident Team in November 2023
Black Leadership Group
Edinburgh College was the first college in Scotland to be affiliated with Black Leadership Group in 2022.
LGBT Youth LGBT Charter
Edinburgh College was awarded the Foundations Award by LGBT Youth in 2022.
