External resources

Here you will find information about the projects and organisations with which the Institute of Physics Diversity Programme has close links.

• Athena SWAN
  A charter to recognise excellence in Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) employment in higher education
• Athena forum
  A partnership of organisations with the aim of advancing and promoting the careers of women in science, engineering and technology in higher education and research
• ASSET survey
  The Athena Survey of Science Engineering and Technology, providing a firm basis from which to understand and address the barriers to women’s progression in scientific careers
• UKRC for women in SET
  The Government’s lead organisation regarding the under-representation of women in science, engineering, technology and the built environment
• The WISE Campaign
  Women Into Science and Engineering campaign to encourage UK girls of school age to consider STEM or construction related courses in school or collegeor college
• Equality Challenge Unit
  Working to promote equality for staff employed in the higher education sector
• Stonewall
  Working to achieve equality and justice for lesbians, gay men and bisexual people
• Equity and Human Rights Commission
  Working to promote equality and human rights to create a fairer Britain