A Statement about Respect

We are all committed to diversity, accessibility, equity and inclusion. Underpinning that commitment is a firm belief in the value of exploring competing ideas and concepts – with a fundamental respect for the rights, dignity and value of all persons.

We ask you to join us in ensuring that our Institute and our events create a dynamic, friendly, intellectually enriching and harassment-free environment for everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and/or belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, neurodivergence, or physical appearance. 

All communication should be appropriate for an audience and community including people of many different backgrounds and experiences. Please be kind to others. 

If you have any concerns about behaviour you have experienced or witnessed, please contact the Platform’s EDI lead Louise Creechan. If your concern relates to one of our events, you can approach the event organisers. Durham University students can also contact the Student Support Hub.

Thank you for helping make this a welcoming, friendly environment for all.