Diversity networks
Within Utrecht University, there are various diversity networks of students and/or staff members. They have united based on one or more diversity aspects, such as gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, health or socio-economic class.
The university thinks it is very important that people feel safe and at home within the university. Part of that is that someone can recognise themselves in others within the organisation and can find connections.
The networks provide individual staff members and/or students with safe environments in which the participants can exchange experiences, and can let shared voices be heard.
Diversity networks also contribute to personal empowerment and making role models visible. With this awareness within the network and within the university, diversity networks can advise on request and unrequested on a more inclusive university environment.
The networks come about at the initiative of their members and are also carried by them. A Coordinator of Diversity Networks stationed within the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion programme supports the networks.
Are you an employee or a student? If you would like to join one of the diversity networks, please contact the network. For other questions, contact Anne-Marie van Gijtenbeek, coordinator Diversity Networks, email: a.m.vangijtenbeek@uu.nl.
Minorities and Philosophy
A network of students and staff for more diversity and inclusion in philosophy.
Accessible Academia
An inter-university network representing the interests of disabled students and employees.
Studying without Limitations
A platform for and by students with disabilities that improves study possibilities for students with psychological or physical disabilities.
Women's Network
The Women's Network offers a platform for university employees who are interested in gender and diversity (awareness) policy.
UURainbow network
Utrecht University is working on visibility of the LGBTQ+ community. The UURainbow network organises activities, meetings and more.
U.H.S.V. Anteros
Anteros is the LGBT+ student association of Utrecht, we are very open-minded and everyone is welcome to join us.
Young Women of Geoscience (YWOG)
Young Women of Geoscience (YWOG) aims to create an equal and inclusive working environment for women in the faculty of Geosciences.
Women in Information and Computing Sciences
On the occasion of the Westerdijk Anniversary, the Department of Information and Computing Sciences founded the Women in Information and Computing Sciences (WICS) network.
Class-Conscious Academics Network (CCAN)
The Class-Conscious Academics Network (CCAN) is a community by and for first-generation and working-class students and academics at the Utrecht University.
African and Caribbean Heritage Network (ACHN)
The African and Caribbean Heritage Network (ACHN) is a UU student-led network centered in Utrecht, celebrating African and Caribbean heritage by means of social and educational activities.
Network USP Inclusive
Network USP Inclusive is an employees' network in Utrecht Science Park. We dedicate ourselves to making taboos and prejudices on working with (workplace) disabilities or (psychological) vulnerabilities discussable.