Sexual Orientation

Commitment

The Open University is committed to removing barriers for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation.OU benefits are inclusive of LGBT+ people and couples.

Defined

Sexual orientation is whether a person’s sexual attraction is towards their own sex, the opposite sex or both sexes.

Equality law

Find out more about sexual orientation-related equality law in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Learn more

Policy & guidance

We have provided an overview of our sexual orientation -related policy and guidance information. Learn more 

OU resources

You may be interested in some of the resources we provide for our staff and students. Learn more

External resources

You may be interested in these useful web links to organisations with sexual orientation-related information. Learn more

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