Nottingham Trent University
Terms of Reference – LGBT+ Staff Network Group
Nottingham Trent University welcomes and values diversity and, as part of our
commitment to promoting equality, we have set up an LGBT+ Staff Network.
The aims of the Network are to:
LGBT+
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Promote positive attitudes towards LGBT+
members of the community and raise awareness
of LGBT+ equality.
The name and definition of the
Network is intended to be
inclusive.

Bring together LGBT+ staff in a supportive
environment to network, share experiences and
offer support and information.

Give a voice to the NTU LGBT+ community
enabling dialogue with all levels of the university.

Contribute, as appropriate, to NTU policy
development and review through formal
consultation mechanisms by providing structured
and informed feedback.

Liaise both internally and externally with key
groups and individuals to support the aims of the
Network.
We define LGBT+ as including
individuals who self-identify as
Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans,
Undecided/Questioning, Queer,
or those who self-define as any
other marginalised nonnormative romantic/sexual
orientation or gender identity
(including but not limited to
Asexual, Pansexual, Bigender,
and Genderqueer), or who
choose not to define their
romantic/sexual orientation or
gender identity.
Members of staff who do not
self-identify as LGBT+ but who
share the aims and values of
the Network are also welcome
to join.
Values Statement:
The LGBT+ Network is an inclusive and open group of professional colleagues. The group
is underpinned by a shared commitment to the values of informed engagement, positive
representation and the treatment of individuals and groups with dignity and respect. We
welcome and celebrate the diversity of our membership and we are proud of our
histories and cultures.
Membership
Steering Group
The Steering Group is comprised of committed staff from across the university and is
responsible for guiding the direction and activities of the Network, working in
partnership with the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Team.
Membership is open to LGBT+ staff and will change on an annual basis following
elections.
Staff Network

Full membership – For staff who are keen to be involved in the work of the
Network, attend meetings and events, and receive updates and information via
either a confidential mailing list or an open mailing list.
This membership is open to LGBT+ staff.

Associate/Ally membership – For staff who are keen to support the work of the
Network and attend meetings and events by invitation and receive nonconfidential updates and information.
This membership is open to all staff who share the values of the Network.
Meetings

The Network will usually meet formally four times per year.

The Network may hold one or two events per year.
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Members can use up to 8 hours of their standard working time to participate in
Network meetings/activities/consultations.

Steering group members can use up to 12 hours of their standard working time to
organise and/or participate in Network or Steering Group meetings/activities/
consultations.
Members will need to liaise with their Line Manager to ensure time spent participating
in meetings/activities/consultation can be managed alongside the requirements of
their substantive role.
Contact Details
If you are a member of staff interested in the work of the LGBT+ Staff Network or would
like more information, please contact Andrew McLean either by telephone on 84209 or
email LGBT+@ntu.ac.uk
November 2014