Staff Gender Equality Questionnaire This questionnaire is open to all staff at the University of Stirling.

Please note: All responses will be treated as confidential.

Introduction The Gender Equality Duty (GED) comes into force in April 2007 and requires all public authorities to actively promote equality of opportunity between women and men, and to eliminate sex discrimination. Although the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) has introduced some major changes in the way men and women are treated in the workplace, there is still discrimination. The GED aims to bring about real change in the culture of the organisations by encouraging them to promote equality, rather than relying on individuals to highlight discrimination. In order to make sure we actively promote gender equality at the University of Stirling, we need as much involvement as possible from our staff to highlight those areas where further work is needed. We would be extremely grateful if you could take 5 minutes to complete this short questionnaire. When providing comments, please attach additional sheets if needed. Gender is everyones duty get involved and make a difference! Q1. How would you describe your gender? Female Male Transgender Based on your experience, do you feel men & women at Stirling University are treated equally in the following areas? Please tick as appropriate. Men & Women treated equally Recruitment & Selection Remuneration Appraisal/Performance Management Training & Development Promotion Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies Flexible Working Campus Facilities (e.g. sports and catering facilities) Library IT Services Departmental Facilities/Support Policies & Procedures (e.g. grievance & disciplinary policies) If you have indicated that any of the above are areas where men and/or women are treated less favourably, please comment below: Men treated less favourably Women treated less favourably

Q2.

Q3.

Do you feel Stirling University has a gender inclusive culture? Yes No

Q4(a). Can you think of an occasion at work where you feel you were treated less favourably or discriminated against due to your gender? Yes (If yes, please go to Q4b) Comments: No (If no, please go to Q5)

(b).

How did you resolve the issue? Please tick as appropriate. I dealt with the issue myself by approaching the person/group involved I reported the issue to my Informal Harassment Advisor I reported the issue to my Head of Department / Manager I reported the issue to my trade union representative I reported the issue to HR Services Other (please comment): If no action was taken, please explain why below:

(c).

Were you satisfied with the way your issue was handled and resolved? Yes Comments: No

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Can you think of an occasion at work where you feel you were harassed or bullied due to your gender? Yes (If yes, please go to Q5b) Comments: No (If no, please go to Q6)

(b).

How did you resolve the issue? Please tick as appropriate. I dealt with the issue myself by approaching the person/group involved I reported the issue to my Informal Harassment Advisor I reported the issue to my Head of Department / Manager I reported the issue to my trade union representative I reported the issue to HR Services Other (please comment): If no action was taken, please explain why below:

(c).

Were you satisfied with the way your issue was handled and resolved? Yes Comments: No

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If you were ever unfairly treated, discriminated against or bullied at work due to your gender, where would you go for help and advice? Please tick as appropriate: HR Services My Informal Harassment Advisor My Head of Department / Manager My trade union representative Other (please comment): I would not feel comfortable approaching anyone at the University Please explain why below:

Q7.

What do you feel the University of Stirling should be doing to promote gender equality?

Q8.

Has this questionnaire missed any important gender issues or topics? If so, what are they? Please comment below:

Q9.

About You:

What category of staff are you? Please tick as appropriate. Academic Technical ALC Manual Research Clerical

How long have you worked at the University of Stirling? Thank-you for your participation your contribution will help to develop the Gender Equality Scheme and Action Plan for Stirling University. 4

Please return your completed questionnaire to Suzanne Austin at the address below. If you would be interested in participating in a Gender Equality focus group, please provide your contact details below. Please be assured that your questionnaire responses will be treated as confidential and will be kept separately from your contact details. Alternatively, you can contact Suzanne Austin, HR Officer, HR Services, Cottrell 4B1, telephone extension 6154, email suzanne.austin@stir.ac.uk for further information about the Gender Equality focus groups. Name: Email address: Contact telephone number: