National inclusion Week day 2
Day 2 of National Inclusion Week is here!
We have a packed day of insightful events planned and, better yet, FREE food and drink on offer. You can find more information about our events on our webpage here.
Today, from 12 pm – 1:30 pm in the postgrad centre and online, we're hosting our EDI Panel for a spirited discussion about inclusion and what's going on to enhance belonging and inclusion at the University. With the opportunity for YOU to pose your questions about EDI at the University. Following the panel, we'll be hosting an informal lunch with a range of delicious food and drinks, giving you the opportunity for further discussion over coffee and a cake.
Hosting the panel will be Susan Shutter, Director of People & Culture, with guests Dr Sambulelwe Sibanda, University Co-EDI lead, Dr Mohammad Alramahi, Co-chair of the Race Equality Charter Self-Assessment Team, Mark McCormack, Chief Executive Officer of Beds SU and Amina Awal, Beds SU Co-Vice President Campus Experience and Equality.
Then, to finish the day at 7 pm – 9 pm, the Treehouse will host a Globe Café dinner designed to bring cultures together for an evening of fun and friendship.
We'll host an EDI drop-in session at Bedford campus from 12 pm – 2:30 pm in G0.11/12. It's the perfect opportunity for staff and students to network, discuss the various inclusive projects you're involved with, and build connections with people you may not usually encounter.
Bits of Beds
Also, make sure that you listen to our special NIW Bits of Beds Podcast episode featuring Dr Suzella Palmer and two of our students as they discuss life at Beds.
Get Active
For staff and students today, there is a range of sports activities for you to enjoy as part of our Get Active scheme. Stop by and take part. Just make sure to sign up for your FREE gym membership.
Today, you can take part in the following:
Luton
Bedford
Remember that you can sign up for our other National Inclusion Week events, so take advantage of it. A complete list of our events is below.
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Events Timetable, 25 – 29 September |
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Tuesday 26 September |
12.00pm – 1.30pm |
PG Centre, ground floor/ virtual viewing Luton Campus |
EDI discussion and video launch Students and staff welcome |
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12.30pm – 2.00pm |
G0.11/12, Gateway Building, Bedford Campus |
Students and staff welcome |
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7.00pm – 9.00pm |
Treehouse, room J001, J Block, Luton Campus |
Students and staff welcome |
Please sign up by emailing Treehouse@beds.ac.uk |
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Wednesday 27 September |
10.00am – 11.00am |
Online |
Microaggressions at work training Staff only |
Sign up via iTrent. Search for National Inclusion Week |
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11.00am -12.00am |
Online |
Parental Awareness: Allyship and what everyone can do to support expectant and working parents Students and staff welcome |
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Thursday 28 September |
11.30am – 12.30pm |
Luton Library, Ground floor café area, Luton Campus |
Macmillan and LGBTQ+ Network coffee morning Students and staff welcome
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To come along and/or donate a food item, please register here. |
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11.30am – 12.30pm |
Bedford staff room, P0.01 Bedford campus |
Macmillan coffee morning and Bedford staff room opening Students and staff welcome
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To come along and/or donate a food item, please register here. |
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12.00pm – 2.00pm |
Luton Library, Luton Campus |
Race Equality Network Students and staff welcome
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4.00pm – 6.00pm |
Treehouse, room J001, J Block, Luton Campus |
Open mic evening- A cultural celebration Students and staff welcome
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Book your timeslot at Treehouse@beds.ac.uk |
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Friday 29 September |
2.00pm – 3.00pm |
Online |
Staff Only |
Sign up via iTrent.Search for National Inclusion Week |
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Best Wishes
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