We're committed to sustaining a highly effective learning and working environment characterised by fairness, equality of opportunity and the valuing of diversity.
We encourage and welcome input and engagement from students, staff and industry colleagues alike. Alongside the formation of a School Equality, Diversity and Inclusion committee, we:
- Host regular events for our students and colleagues
- Launched an industry mentoring programme for students
- Are working to decolonise our curriculum
Latest news and stories
Students, staff, alumni and industry guests connect at 'inspiring' event
Thu 30 Jan 2025
The School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment’s EDI event empowers future leaders
Thu 7 Nov 2024
NTU Architecture Department Hosts Diversity Excellence Workshop with SPAB
Mon 8 Jul 2024
Valuing Marginalised Voices: NTU and OU Pioneering Co-Creation to Enhance Student Experience
Thu 18 Jul 2024
Developing Resilience and Overcoming Barriers
Mon 15 Apr 2024
EDI Competition: I Belong Here & My Voice Matters
Wed 14 Feb 2024
Lets Talk: Managing Imposter Syndrome Event
Tue 12 Mar 2024
Women in Design: panel discussion
Wed 29 Mar 2023
ADBE invites students to be inspired by Women in the Built Environment
Wed 29 Mar 2023
ADBE celebrate their first EDI Matters student competition
Mon 27 Mar 2023
Athena SWAN
We're proud to be recognised for our commitment to gender equality through our Bronze Award under the Athena SWAN Charter. We have a range of working groups who enhance awareness and engagement within our school community.
Athena SWAN Bronze Award
NTU is proud to hold an Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze Award. Athena SWAN is a charter managed by AdvanceHE which recognises and celebrates good practices in higher education towards the advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all.
Race and Equality
In line with NTU's strategic goals, we at the ADBE Race and Equality Unit are committed to tackling inequality in attainment and outcomes, while fostering inclusivity, enhancing positive experiences, and promoting a sense of belonging for under-represented groups. Our key initiatives include the Closing the Gap project, the annual ADBE EDI Competition, outputs from both internal and external conferences, the annual EDI Networking Event, and various partnership projects.
At NTU we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive environment where people can fulfil their potential. Learn more about our Race Equality Charter.
Championing Disability
We are dedicated to enhancing support and accessibility for those with disabilities and long-term health conditions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone can thrive to reach their full potential.
At NTU we coordinate support and access arrangements for disabled students and students with specific learning difficulties. Working with academic staff, university services and external agencies.
Our EDI Committee Leads
Richard Bull
Professor Bull is Deputy Dean of the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment. He supports the Dean in leading and managing the school and has particular responsibility for the student experience. Alongside this he retains a research interest in energy and sustainability in the built environment.
Holly Mills
Holly Mills is a lecturer in Architecture and module leader for Architectural Representation & Communication, and for Technology & Environment.
Dr Anthony Ogbuokiri
Anthony Ogbuokiri is a Senior Lecturer in Construction Management.
Chris Keast
Chris Keast, C.Build E, FCIOB, FCABE, MInstLM, MICOMOS, FHEA, is the Postgraduate and Degree Apprenticeship Programmes Manager and Course Leader MSc Building Surveying in Property Management and Development.
Liz Radice
Liz Radice is a Student Experience Officer based in NTU's School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment
Cherie Like
Cherie Like BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Student Ambassador.
Vivien Machmud
Vivien Machmud, BArch (Hons) Architecture student. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Student Ambassador.
Find out more and get in touch
If you would like to find out more about the School's work, please contact Deputy Dean and Chair of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Professor Richard Bull: richard.bull@ntu.ac.uk.