Women of Colour - symposium

Published: 25 August 2017

Women of colour remain under-represented throughout academia, particularly at professorial and management levels.

Researchers in Scotland: A Mentoring Symposium
BSA Early Career Forum Regional Event

22 September 2017 (9am-4pm)
University of Glasgow (The Senate Room) - PROGRAMME

Chair

Dr Ima Jackson - Glasgow Caledonian University

Panel

Professor Heidi Safia Mirza - Goldsmiths College, University of London
Professor Vini Lander - Edge Hill University
Professor Akwugo Emejulu - University of Warwick

Women of colour remain under-represented throughout academia, particularly at professorial and management levels. We can encounter specific challenges that relate to our identities and our scarce inclusion in various academic spheres. In Scotland, there is arguably a lack of visible role models for doctoral students and early career researchers, and with that a lack of support and understanding of our lived personal and academic experiences. Opportunities to participate in discussions with other women of colour in academia can be limited.

The purpose of Women of Colour Researchers in Scotland is to bring together women of colour doctoral students and early career researchers to participate in dialogue about their academic experiences. We also aim to explore how we might build a community of strategic support for one another. Three experienced and inspirational discussants will provide feedback and advice.

We intend for this event to be inclusive and interdisciplinary in nature and we look forward to welcoming you soon!

Book your place

BSA members - £10;
Non-BSA Members - £25.
Lunch and refreshments are included. Please specify dietary requirements or accessibility needs at the time of booking. Available places at this symposium are limited to 30 people.


First published: 25 August 2017