Diversity
Jobseekers from different groups can face unfair discrimination. This section provides more information on what the issues are and how you can deal with them.
Equal Opportunities
Fortunately most employers in the UK these days recognise the benefits of supporting equal opportunities within their workplace and more recruiters are becoming increasingly aware of equal opportunities when offering opportunities to students and graduates.
Diversity issues relate to factors such as gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, race, religion & ethnicity.
Equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws make it illegal for employers to discriminate against an employee or potential employee in certain workplaces. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which was created by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, is the federal agency that has the responsibility to handle discrimination complaints.
Diversity issues & handling discrimination
Disability
Women
Sexual Orientation
Age
Religion & Belief
How can the Careers Service help you?
The careers service can assist you throughout the whole recruitment process from writing your initial application to advice on negotiating a job offer.
Careers Consultant's are also open to discuss barriers you may have around the employment process and will be able to support you during this time and/or refer you to appropriate services within the university that best suit your needs.
Online resources such as the Diversity bookmarks on Delicious can also provide you with addition information and support.