We are committed to ensure all RCS students feel equally valued and included regardless of their sex, (dis)ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, nationality, religion, or any other distinguishing characteristic. 

We believe in the power and value of transparent communication and honest — but sensitive and empathetic — dialogue, along with the spaces and outlooks which make them possible. For this reason, the SU and its Associations organise events throughout the year to celebrate the richness of our diversity and help you connect with people who are like you. Because our community is an incredibly diverse one, and we believe that, far from dividing us, this diversity unites us and makes us grow, both as humans and as artists. It deepens our understanding of each other, of what it means to be ourselves, to be others. It opens our mind to new horizons, our creativity to new inspirations, and contributes to art being the most universal language, making it one of the most powerful tools to overcome our differences. Yes, here in RCS, we will help you connect with people who are like you, but perhaps our ultimate goal is to help you connect with those who actually aren’t like you. 

The SU President, Vice President, and EDI Officer all attend the termly EDI Open Forums to ensure all students are represented and propose improvements to EDI-related matters in RCS. All students are welcome to attend the Forums. If you’d like to attend, simply contact SUEDI@rcs.ac.uk. The SU Team also works with staff and students throughout the year to ensure works of underrepresented artists are celebrated and given the space they deserve. 

We will not tolerate*: 

• Ableism  

• Homophobia  

• Islamophobia, antisemitism, and hate or disrespect of any religion  

• Racism  

• Sexism, including any form of sexual harassment and gender-based violence 

• Transphobia, including intentional use of incorrect pronouns

We currently have the following Associations: 

• Asian Association 

• Black Union 

• Christian Union 

• Disability Committee 

• Feminist Society

• LatinX Association 

• LGBTQ+ Association 

• Trans Union 

Associations’ contact info can be found on this page.

If you have any comments, suggestions, or questions about this statement, please don’t hesitate to contact our EDI Officer Anna at SUEDI@rcs.ac.uk or our Vice President Ulysse at SUVicePresident@rcs.ac.uk. 

*non-exhaustive list