Steve New began working for Elder Dempsters in 1962 as an Indentured Deck Officer Apprentice. In his interview, Steve talks about those early days in the engine room, the dangers of cleaning wheelhouse windows and about why Steve joined the Merchant Navy.
See the LJMU Principles of Partnership.
Equality charter marks or “charters” enable organisations to apply for awards that recognise their commitment to and progression of, equality, diversity and inclusion related areas.
Find out more about the positive action training scheme that helps LJMU employ more local people of colour.
Read more about the history of Elder Dempster Lines - the largest UK shipping group between Western Europe and West Africa from the late-nineteenth century to the 1980s.
Jim was a Purser at Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Jim's interview.
The LJMU Women Professors Network is for all female academics at Professorial level.
Here you will find information about travelling to the John Lennon Art and Design Building including maps, directions and advice to help you find us.
In 1978 gay rights activist Gilbert Baker created the first Pride flag with the goal of it being a symbol for everyone. Since then many new flags were created to represent all communities within the LGBTQI+ community.
Find out more about reporting an incidence of sexual violence at a later time.