Inclusion calendar 2022/23
Celebrating equality, diversity and inclusion at Kingston University
We are committed to creating an equal and inclusive learning and working environment where we can celebrate our individual diversity and feel confident to challenge inequality. This calendar can be used to raise your own awareness of equality and inclusion and to help plan events and initiatives in an inclusive way.
The special dates and events have been chosen to represent the diversity of our community and is not an exhaustive list. We have highlighted festivals for which students and staff might reasonably ask for adjustments to their work or study in order to meet their religious obligations. Please note that many religious holy days begin at sundown on the day before the date given, especially if they are Jewish or Islamic. Students and staff from faith groups whose holy days are not included here may still be able to apply for adjustments.
Links to My Kingston and StaffSpace are internal and available for students and staff only.
March 2022
Build a gender equal world
International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Each one of us can help create a gender equal world and individually, we're all responsible for our own thoughts and actions.
In March the Global Festival also returns with a week-long series of events run by the Union of Kingston Students that celebrates diversity and internationalism.
Do one thing
Watch this International Women's Day rap from their theme last year, Each for Equal.
April 2022
Take control of your health
Taking care of ourselves emotionally, physically, and mentally can really affect our happiness, our levels of stress and how we study and work. Stress can affect our bodies, thoughts and behaviours; being able to recognise common symptoms can help us manage them.
World Health Day is celebrated every year on 7 April. If you would like to learn more about how to improve your health and wellbeing we have an online library of practical guides available to all.
Do one thing this month
Invest in your health and explore some new healthy habits.
May 2022
Celebrate cultural diversity
At Kingston University, we believe that the greater number of perspectives we have, the better equipped we'll be to come up with the most innovative ways of teaching and learning, research, ideas and solutions. In honour of UNESCO's Cultural Diversity Day, each May we celebrate our diverse community, share stories and lived experiences.
This year we are focusing on themes such as belonging and how Covid has changed cultural activities and celebrations over the last year.
We would love everyone to get involved, so why not 'do one thing' for cultural diversity this month and join the conversation on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
Do one thing this month
Be inspired by these powerful short TED Talks on "The danger of a single story" (Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie) or "The power of diversity within yourself" (Rebecca Hwang).
Fall in love with a new flavour and explore a different cuisine today or listen to a mix of music from different parts of the world.
June 2022
Celebrate Pride
Pride Month takes place every June as that it is when the Stonewall Riots took place in 1969. At Kingston, queer or not, all are welcome to celebrate and reflect together during Pride Month.
We welcome new members from the Kingston University community to our LGBT+ networks. Students who identify as LGBT+ can join the student Society and staff, queer or not, can join the Stand Tall Think Big Network.
Do one thing
From protests to picnics, parties to poetry – Check Coming Out, London's new year-round go-to guide for queer events. If staying in is more your thing, take a look at the Kingston LGBT Forum community blog.
July 2022
Join a network
This month we are celebrating friendship in honour of the UN International Day of Friendship on the 30 July. The day aims to promote solidarity and mutual understanding.
At Kingston University we are proud of the enrichment opportunities that we offer our students, giving them the opportunity to develop new skills and meet new friends.
The Union of Kingston Students offer several active societies related to culture, faith, academia, arts, activities, liberation and campaigns.
Do one thing this month
Show love and kindness and call a friend!
August 2022
Commute smart
We want all our students to feel comfortable on campus regardless of where they live and we are serious about providing support for our commuter students.
We have a free inter-site bus service with free WiFi and live timetable updates on the KU mobile app. There are study areas, social spaces, faith facilities, cafes and microwaves available for all students.
Do one thing this month
Have a rest and recharge!