Staff Networks

The University welcomes and supports the development of staff networks.

Staff networks are run by staff for staff and bring together people from all faculties, departments and services that identify with the group.

Staff networks fulfil various functions including providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development. Staff networks can also contribute to the development of University policies and working practices.

The University of Sheffield recognises the value of self organised groups in creating an environment that respects the diversity of staff and enables them to derive maximum benefit and enjoyment from their involvement in the life of the University.

We aim to support these networks by:

• Helping to ‘set up’ the network
• Promoting the networks to new and existing employees
• Listening constructively to any employee concerns raised through the staff networks
• Taking part in initiatives developed by the staff networks

Please follow the links below for information about existing staff networks:

Disabled Network

Harassment Network

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Network

Women's Network

The networks will create an opportunity for staff with personal interest or experience in one of these areas to meet and to share information, and provide peer support and networking. They help the University to connect directly with the needs of these particular groups of staff, and to recognise the effect policies may have and the changes we need to make to improve staff experiences. However, the exact nature of each group will be largely set by its members, so each can be different.

If you would like advice on setting up staff networks please contact Martin Ford