University of Lincoln One Community Pledge

At the University of Lincoln, we are One Community and strive to be kind, patient, and supportive of each other. Our One Community Values define our One Community ethos and are a framework to ensure that respectful and inclusive behaviours should be at the heart of all we do – for each other, our partners, and our customers (internally and externally) both in our thoughts and our actions.

With this in mind, we are asking all students to commit to the following pledge and to act responsibly within our community to ensure that we all thrive in a supportive and safe environment.

As a student at the University of Lincoln, I pledge to follow our One Community values which are outlined below:

Equality

To respect and value all members of our community and actively reject discrimination, seeking to promote equality for all. To value diversity and believe that while we are all different, each of us deserves equality of opportunity and the right to transparency in how we are treated.

Understanding

To recognise that we are all individuals, together as one community and, as part of this, recognise that we have different opinions, outlooks, and philosophies. To try to understand other points of view, even if we disagree with them.

Listening

To give others our attention and respect and allow people the space to contribute to conversations. To listen to the quiet voices as well as the loud ones and speak up with them when we need to.

Kindness

To be kind to other people in the words we choose and the actions we take, especially when nobody else is looking or we will not benefit personally.

Acceptance

To accept people for who they are, and respect each person’s background, identity, beliefs, and differences. To appreciate the diverse range of experiences and perspectives in our community which strengthens it.

If you have a concern about the behaviour of others or need support, please contact the University’s Student Support Centre at studentsupport@lincoln.ac.uk or the Students’ Union Advice Centre at advice@lincolnsu.com who will provide you with support and take the necessary steps to positively resolve the concern.