Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Practical Skills for Managers

Join external specialist Andy Williamson (Welcome Brain) for a practical session to help managers confidently support neurodivergent colleagues. Learn simple adjustments, inclusive communication techniques, and strategies to remove barriers and help every colleague thrive.

Women's History Month @ Mathematics & Statistics

Celebrate Women's History Month in the M&S department, highlighting research by our colleagues on health issues that particularly affect and occur more frequently in women. Featuring presentations from: Professor Kim Kavanagh on HPV, Dr Tunde Csoban on Pre-Eclampsia and Dr Laura Miller on Macular Holes - a condition affecting 2 - 3 times more women than men and linked to postmenopausal changes

SEEN: Collaboration opportunities with Digital Health and Care Innovation Centre

Recognised as one of Scotland’s key assets, the DHI exchange supports the transformation of health and social care services while promoting Scotland globally. Providing a demonstration and simulation environment where our team host meetings, co-design activities, and live demonstrations to showcase the art of the possible around key health and social care challenges.

An introduction to Allyship

This session covers the basics of allyship, why it matters, and practical ways for becoming an effective ally to marginalised groups, with a particular focus on sexism and racism. Through interactive activities and group work, participants will build a solid foundation from which to develop their allyship.

Introduction to Microbehaviours

Microbehaviours, micro-aggressions and micro-affirmations describe the small ways in which we interact with eachother – some positive, some negative, some neutral – which can either make people feel excluded and ignored or valued and included. The session will look at the causes and ways to foster an inclusive environment at Strathclyde through case studies and interactive activities

Strathclyde Health and Wellbeing Event

New Year, new you? All staff and students are invited to this event showcasing the support we provide at Strathclyde to help you on your health and wellbeing journey. Strath Cafes will have multiple suppliers showcasing their products that support gut health and brain function, as well as live demonstrations on how you can eat healthily on a budget.

Do You Identify as Deaf or Have a Hearing Impairment? Inclusive Experience Share

This event is open to everyone, but it is especially for deaf students and those with hearing impairments across all levels (UG, PG, and PGR). We aim to create a safe and supportive space where students can share their hearing related experiences in classes, labs, and other university activities. This will help us to understand the challenges, as well as exploring practical ways to improve support

PERIODically: What have we learnt about menstruation in academia?

Sofia Olendraru and Dr Charlie Simms (University of Edinburgh) discuss what we have learnt about menstruation in academia. Register your attendance here: https://forms.office.com/e/yYHbBaTWMc

North of Normal: Yukon University Youth Outreach

Hosted by Dr Jane Essex (HaSS Associate Dean EDI), Danilo Hoefele speaks about North of Normal: Yukon University Youth Outreach in the Context of Reconciliation.

A personal and professional exploration of science, society, and self (BHM)

Join Dr. Kiani Jeacock, Teaching Associate in SIPBS, for a personal and thought-provoking talk in recognition of Black History Month. Drawing on her research career in biochemistry and neurodegeneration, and her experiences as a woman of colour in STEM, Kiani reflects on the intersection of scientific discovery, identity and social change in an exciting exploration of science and experience.

A journey through academia: Personal Reflections of under-represented groups

Prof. Ruth King (University of Edinburgh, School of Mathematics) discusses their journey through academia and personal reflections of being a member of an under-represented group(s).

Support for External Engagement Network - About Knowledge Transfer Partnerships

Speakers: Dr Katy Tant (University of Glasgow), Prof. Marc Roper (CIS), Andrew Kinnear (West of Scotland KTP Centre)

Breaking the Mould: Embracing Dis/ability in Mathematics, Statistics and Life

Join us for an inspiring event at the University of Strathclyde, celebrating the career journeys and achievements of mathematicians and statisticians living with a disability. The day will also include a pedagogical talk to share best practices in supporting visually impaired students and provides insights from the recently launched white paper by the National Association of Disabled Staff Network