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Being You Network at BNU

Being You Network at BNU

Welcome to the Being You Network!

The BNU Being You Network is a place to amplify the voices and intersectional experiences particularly those from underrepresented and under-resourced groups in Higher Education. It is a supportive space to network, collaborate and most importantly, learn about the intersectional and diverse experiences and needs of underrepresented and under-resourced staff in Higher Education.  

The Being You Network at BNU next to the Buckinghamshire New University logo.

On this webpage you will find:  

  • A calendar of online, hybrid and in person events amplifying equality, diversity and inclusion (coming soon!) 
  • Information and resources that place diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging at the centre of Higher Education practice.  

Upcoming events

Past events

Everyday tools to create an inclusive culture

  • EDI Calendar: An excellent EDI communications tool that will sync with your existing calendar. Download today.
  • Namecoach: A useful tool for email signatures and social media to support name pronunciation. Explore now. 

Would you like to be a Being You Hub Advocate? 

Please use this form to share your details and we will upload them to the Being You Hub.

Blogs

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Neurodiversity: an introduction

18th to 24th March is Neurodiversity Celebration Week.  During the week, we will be providing information about various aspects of neurodiversity, what BNU is doing to foster a neuroinclusive environment in which we can study and work, and sharing some colleagues’ lived experiences.

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Neurodiversity Celebration Week: Being You at BNU

'After years of working in HR and encouraging people to be open about their struggles so that we can make sure we really are helping everyone to develop and thrive in their roles, I’ve finally realised that I need to do the same.'

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How can we be more neuro-inclusive?

As an organisation with lifelong learning at its very heart, it is essential that we acknowledge and embrace the different ways in which our people (students, staff and partners) communicate, think and learn, to enable us all to thrive.

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The BNU Being You Network is a place to amplify the voices and intersectional experiences particularly those from underrepresented and under-resourced groups in Higher Education.