The publication of the University’s Race Review is a significant moment in this ancient institution’s willingness and determination to learn from and repair its past, as well as its present, in order to shape its future. 

An academically-led examination of the University’s historic links to slavery and racism, it is thought to be one of the most ambitious, wide-ranging and sustained consultations of its kind and is the result of more than four years of dedicated research, community engagement and collaboration.

It has brought to light important, confronting and often uncomfortable accounts of our historical ties to slavery and colonialism, the legacy of racist teachings and ideologies, and current challenges we face around race and inclusion.  

The University has set out a series of immediate reparatory actions and long-term commitments, recognising that sustained and meaningful change requires time, transparency and ongoing engagement with our whole community.