Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The LISS DTP values and promotes equality, diversity and inclusion, with a strong commitment to advancing ED&I across all aspects of our work.

We strive to create an environment in which every applicant, student, supervisor, and member of staff is treated with fairness and respect, and where diversity of background, career stage, and experience within supervision teams and across cohorts is recognised as a source of strength and enrichment.

We provide equality of opportunity for all members of our community and to fostering a culture in which people can learn, work, and collaborate without fear of discrimination, prejudice, or harassment. In line with the UK Equality Act (2010), no individual will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity or national origins, religion or similar philosophical belief, spent criminal conviction, age, or disability.

The LISS DTP’s strategy is based in the context of the UKRI Policy on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Our Partner Institutions

Our three partner institutions are individually and collectively committed in promoting equality, diversion and inclusion.

King’s College
London

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    Imperial College
    London

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    Queen Mary Univeristy of London

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    Our Research Culture Statement

    The London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (LISS-DTP) fosters a research culture grounded in equality, diversity, and inclusion, where researchers from all backgrounds are supported to thrive in a collaborative and respectful community.

    Central to this vision is a commitment to research integrity and ethical practice, ensuring all work is rigorous, responsible, and transparent. LISS-DTP promotes interdisciplinary, data-driven research across and beyond the social sciences, particularly at the intersections with health, science, engineering, and the humanities, supporting projects with meaningful societal and economic impact.

    Researchers benefit from practical research experiences, mentoring, professional networking, alumni engagement, and student-led initiatives that promote wellbeing and community, equipping them to produce innovative, ethically grounded, and impactful research while developing personally and professionally.

    Our Work in this Area

    LISS DTP Studentships

    As part of our goal to recruit outstanding and diverse candidates, we currently offer ringfenced studentships (9 for 2026/27 entry) for Home Students from underrepresented backgrounds; disabled students; students with caring responsibilities (sole or primary caregivers for a child or children under the age of 18; with primary caring responsibilities for an adult family member (including a spouse, sibling, or parent)

    LISS DTP Training

    Along with institutional provision of ED&I training, the LISS DTP provides the following courses:

    LISS DTP Supervisors

    Supervisors play a key role, where they are expected to:

    • Promote a respectful, inclusive, and supportive research environment within supervision teams by involving colleagues of different backgrounds and career stages.
    • Recognise and value the diversity of backgrounds, skills, experiences, training, and career pathways among students and colleagues.
    • Engage with institutional training on supporting students with disabilities and on inclusive supervision practices.
    • Ensure students are aware of opportunities to contribute to and benefit from ED&I initiatives and training during their doctoral study and placements.
    LISS DTP Student Representation

    LISS DTP encourages all students to engage actively in its representation structures and ED&I initiatives. Within each Research Area, student representatives are elected to serve on the Student-Staff Liaison Committee (SSLC).

    This committee acts as a formal communication channel between students and staff, providing space to share feedback and reflect on the student experience. It is a collaborative forum for supporting and enhancing:

    • Student wellbeing
    • Research practice
    • Cohort development
    • Implementation of ED&I initiatives
    LISS DTP Student Pulse Survey

    The LISS DTP Student Pulse Survey is sent on a termly basis and designed to check on our LISS Students’ wellbeing, academic experience, and sense of connection within the LISS DTP community. 

    This helps us to understanding what’s working, where improvements can be made and how we can better support our LISS Students. As part of our commitment to supporting their doctoral journeys, their feedback is invaluable help in shaping a more responsive and inclusive Doctoral Training Partnership.

    LISS DTP Parents and Carers Group

    The Parents and Carers group is a student-led support hub that support students with parental and/or caring responsibilities through a range of events, including a monthly online Teams call and dicussion sessions. It has allowed students to connect with one another during their doctoral journey.

    Here is a member testimonial:

    “I have experienced understanding, care, and empathy, and this has given me the resilience to manage work-life challenges with confidence and be productive during my PhD journey.”

    The LISS DTP seeks to build a welcoming research culture in which all voices are heard, and all members of the community can thrive.