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Of the Region, for the World; of the World, for the Region
As we stretch our reach across the world through teaching, and through our extensive international research collaborations, UEA’s Civic Charter will ground us and unite us. Ultimately, our civic roots and activities are all about the people who cultivate them and the people who benefit from them.
The university looks forward to collaborating with friends and partners as we look to the future and work towards our ambitions for the region and beyond.
Signatures
We appreciate each and every signature marking support for this aspect of our work and invite you to join us in signing the UEA Civic Charter.
Filter the list below to view our supporters from both organisations and individuals.
This page is updated regularly with Charter signatories and their public commitments.
Signatories to date: 120
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Aviva
Aviva is here for Norwich, for Norfolk, and for the future - investing in place-based action that strengthens employability, financial resilience, and climate preparedness. We are especially focussed on supporting young people in the region to thrive and succeed, regardless of their circumstance.
We are proud to be a signatory of the UEA Civic Charter - a commitment rooted in our belief that thriving communities are built through collaboration, innovation, and long-term thinking. Together with UEA and its partners, we are helping the UK get ready for what’s next - building stronger, fairer, and more sustainable communities, today and for generations to come.
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Hethel Innovation
Hethel Innovation is proud to sign UEA’s Civic Charter, strengthening our shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and regional prosperity. Together we will support game-changing businesses and drive research and innovation, positioning our region as a leader in cleantech, agrifood, advanced manufacturing, and engineering.
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Norfolk Wildlife Trust
Norfolk Wildlife Trust is delighted to sign the UEA Civic Charter, which reflects our shared commitment to nature conservation, sustainability, and community engagement. Through our new strategic research partnership, we look forward to collaborating closely with UEA and local communities to protect and restore nature across Norfolk. Together, we will work towards a sustainable future where environmental stewardship, public engagement, and cutting-edge research work hand in hand to create a wilder Norfolk for generations to come.
Emma Van Haren
Dereham Aid Centre
Dr Patrick Stacey
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Norfolk Community Advice Network
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Norwich Theatre
Norwich Theatre proudly supports the UEA Civic Charter, reflecting our shared dedication to nurturing creative talent and promoting cultural vibrancy in the East of England. Together, we strive to enhance the quality of life in our region, fostering creativity, inclusivity, and innovation for a brighter future for all.
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Norfolk Lieutenancy
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Mills & Reeve
Oakwood House
Professor Gerard Parr MBE
Professor Saul Humphrey
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Paston Footprints
Miss Layla Robinson
Gracie Mingay
Felix Beston
Mr James Beston
Mr Mark Bentley
Professor Sarah Drake
Stephen McNair
Mr Joseph Harrington
Professor Irene Lorenzoni
Dr Amee Gollop
Mr Matthew Hume
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Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association
Mrs Katie Wyatt-Hupton
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Mile Cross Phoenix Projects
Katja Taits
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IntoUniversity
IntoUniversity is proud to partner with UEA to support young people in Norwich and Great Yarmouth. Through this collaboration, we are bringing about positive, measurable change to communities facing disadvantage in Norfolk by supporting young people to realise their ambitions, achieve their academic potential, develop vital skills and gain experience of the world of work.
Dr Johanna Forster
John McDermott
Toy like Me
Mrs Emma-Jayne Wilson
Miss Chinaza Joy Onah
Misun Park
Dr Spyros Themelis
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Original Projects
Becky Price
Katie Francis
Sarah Ward
James Raywood
Julia Sheldrake
Mr Mark Cartwright
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Breckland Farmers Wildlife Network
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Stonehouse Farm
Kristopher Harper-Allison
Professor Arjan Verschoor
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Society Alive
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Huntingfield Enterprises Ltd
We are very pleased to have members of staff supported by UEA, through the Training Levy, to undertake Level 3 Horticulture under the training programme offered by the YMCA. Drove Orchards, on the North Norfolk coast, is a 40 acres Heritage Apple Orchard with over 150 varieties all from East Anglia and is open to the public.
Charlotte Ashenden
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Business in the Community
Dr Sarah Hanson
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Feathers Futures CIO
Nathan Hamilton
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The Common Lot
Dr Georgia Philip
Mr Simon Floyd
Dr Ben Little
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Norfolk Network
Jamie Bryson
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Norfolk Community Law Service
Norfolk Community Law Service is proud to work with the University Of East Anglia, particularly around our scheme to ensure 50 students every year are given valuable real-life experience of working in their chosen area of subject.
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First Light Festival CIC
The Geoffrey Watling Charity
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Age UK Norwich
We have a rich history of collaborating with the University to unpack social issues, evaluate services, and forward research and innovation
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Breckland District Council
Breckland District Council is privileged and proud to be a signatory of the UEA’s Civic Charter. We are connected by a common purpose, values and clear ambitions of supporting and enabling our communities to reach their potential.
Bungay Town Council
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The Forum Norwich
Rt Hon Chloe Smith MP
The Restoration Trust
Dr Mark Lim
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Age UK Norfolk
Age UK Norfolk is pleased to sign the UEA Civic Charter and support the University. Our vision is to improve the experiences of people in later life and make Norfolk a great place to grow older.
Mrs Mei Lin Quantrill
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Ackela Ventures
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St Martins, Norwich
St Martins believe no one should need to sleep rough on the streets of Norwich and that every person who needs our services is treated with kindness and compassion. We believe in social justice and fair opportunities for all. This is why we’re proud to sign the UEA Civic Charter and to pledge our support to our local University.
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Eastern Promise
Professor Neil Hall
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Hodmedod Ltd
SaxonAir Charter Ltd
Simon Toone
William Dashley
Jane Black
David Atthowe
Catherine Harries
Sophie Hughes
The Rt Hon Sir Brandon Lewis MP
Sean Risely
Linda De Bloeme
Kath Wilkinson
Cllr James Wright, Lord Mayor of Norwich
Mr Mike Rigby
Abby Simpson
Mr David Cocke
Miss Kat Humphries
Dr Karen Smyth
Mrs Angela Cossey
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Thomas Dalbeattie Tutoring Ltd
Mr Adam Robertson
Katharine Trott
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White Ribbons
Dr Vittoria Danino
Mr Chris Blincoe
Dr Michael Taylor
Skye Vincent
Ms Laura McGillivray MBE
Mr Mike Harrowven FloD JP DL
Mr Christopher Dicker
Mr Colin Kiddell
Mr Evan Hancock
Mr Andrew Stronach
Dr Clare Stevenson
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Norwich Research Park
UEA was a founding member of the Norwich Research Park in 1992, bringing together UEA, the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and a unique cluster of internationally renowned institutes: John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute, Earlham Institute and The Sainsbury Laboratory.
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Norwich City Football Club
Much like the University of East Anglia, Norwich City Football Club is deeply rooted into the cultural heart of East Anglia, but has a reputation which exceeds far beyond its borders. We share the common purpose of promoting opportunity for our people, and have established life-long bonds with our communities.
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Norwich University of the Arts (NUA)
Norwich University of the Arts is proud to sign UEA’s Civic Charter and shares in its civic ambitions for Norwich and the region.
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Norwich City Council
Norwich City Council is deeply committed to fairness and opportunity for all its residents. And we are unashamedly ambitious for Norwich.
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Norwich Cathedral
Norwich Cathedral is delighted to partner with the UEA in being a signatory to its Civic Charter. We are proud that the founding stages of the University’s life began in offices in the Cathedral Close in 1961. Today Cathedral and University continue to hold many aspirations in common, not least as we seek to be a force for good in the life of the city, county and region.
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Norfolk County Council
Norfolk County Council is committed to working with the University of East Anglia through its Civic Charter and towards our county’s common goals and ambitions – promoting sustainable economic growth, protecting the environment, and supporting strong, engaged communities.
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Norfolk Community Foundation
The parallel history between the Norfolk Community Foundation and University of East Anglia is an inspiring testament to the power of local action and community engagement.
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CEFAS
The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) are proud to endorse UEA’s Civic Charter and its aspiration to “Meet our ambition for the region, to celebrate East Anglian lives and cultures”.
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BT
BT’s purpose is to connect for good, using the power of communications to make a better world. We see that these values align strongly with those of the University.
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Adnams
Adnams is proud to be a signatory to the UEA’s Civic Charter and a proponent of its future ambitions for the institution and for East Anglia.