We are working hard to ensure that the University of Southampton Library collections reflect the diverse communities that exist at the University and beyond. In the reading lists linked to below, we've highlighted some resources that come from voices within some of those communities and that highlight issues faced by women, black people and people of colour, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTQ+ community.
A selection of books, films and e-journal articles from black writers, co-created in collaboration with the University's Inclusion Action group
A selection of books and films exploring the experience of growing up in care and estrangement from birth families. Co-created with the University's Social Mobility and Widening Participation Network.
A selection of books, films and e-journal articles from disabled writers, co-created in collaboration with the University's Disability Support team
A selection of resources exploring general themes around inclusion and equity, co-created with colleagues from the Students Union, SUSU.
A selection of books, films and e-journals from lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer writers, co-created in collaboration with the University's Pulse Staff Network
A selection of books and journal articles by neurodivergent people and about neurodivergent experiences including autism, ADHD and dyslexia.
A selection of books and films exploring wellbeing, mindfulness and mental health, co-created with the University's Wellbeing Champions
A selection of books, films and e-journal articles from women writers
A selection of books and films exploring themes of class and identity, co-created with the University's Social Mobility and Widening Participation Network
We welcome suggestions and feedback that will help us continue to diversify the University of Southampton Library collections.
Email us with your feedback or to suggest a title you would like to see added to any of our diversity and inclusion lists - libenqs@soton.ac.uk
