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Archaeology Programs 3 Replies

Hi Everyone, Although I am not British, (I'm American,) I thought this site might be useful, since I am going to graduate school this fall in Britain. I was wondering if anyone had any advice to…Continue

Started by Jessica Drizin in Discussions. Last reply by Beaker Oct 24, 2010.

Should childcare facilities be provided at TAG as standard? 3 Replies

TAG followed up on the topic of childcare with us just 8 days before the conference started this year... Do you think it should be up to the BWA to push for childcare facilities at key international…Continue

Started by BWA Admin in Featured Discussions. Last reply by Beaker Oct 24, 2010.

Meanwhile over on Facebook..

There's actually more debate happening over there at the mo, so check out our FB page if you want to get involved:…Continue

Started by BWA Admin in Featured Discussions Jun 3, 2010.

Academics and motherhood? 1 Reply

This article might get some of the academic types amongst you talking.. …Continue

Started by BWA Admin in Featured Discussions. Last reply by Anne Feb 27, 2010.

Blog Posts

Female archaeologists invited to career workshops (Manchester)

See flyer for more details: WICAN Flyer 2010 January to March_latest[1].pdf

As part of the Women & Work: Sectors Pathways Initiative, which aims to raise recruitment levels in sectors where women are underrepresented, the Centre for Construction…

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Posted by BWA Admin on February 23, 2010 at 2:42pm

How 'gender-sensitive' is your workplace?

The increasing proportion of women in the workforce has lead to a range of gender-related questions about the different effects of work-related risks on men and women, in terms of exposure to hazardous substances, the impact of biological agents on reproductive health, the physical demands of heavy work, and the length of the working day, especially when domestic duties also have to be taken into account.

Hot on the tail of the Women's Engineering Society's survey on safety footwear,… Continue

Posted by Rachel on January 25, 2010 at 1:30pm

UCU guidance on violence against women

Domestic violence is a workplace issue!

UCU has produced guidance for branch officers assisting members suffering from domestic violence. Having a workplace policy on domestic violence helps to ensure the health, safety and welfare of staff members. If staff are fully supported it improves the work environment as stress and absenteeism is minimised.

The guidance booklet provides advice about drafting and negotiating a workplace policy. Copies can be downloaded from the… Continue

Posted by Rachel on January 25, 2010 at 10:30am

UCU Gender Equality Scheme consultation - get involved!

UCU (University and Colleges Union) are consulting on their 2010-2013 Equality Scheme. If you're a member of UCU, they'd like to know what you think will help to move the HE sector forward on equality.

It's very focused on action, so get in at the start and make sure your 'actions' are included..

Get involved here:
http://www.ucu.org.uk/media/pdf/p/k/eqnews16_jan10.pdf