#BreakTheBias

Inequalities in any career trajectory is often described as a ‘leaky pipeline’. Women and Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) individuals are the least likely to progress along the clinical academic career trajectory.

What factors affect access to clinical academic careers?

Why, and when, do inequalities occur?

What are the main reasons for leaving clinical academia?

What support is available to facilitate equality?

To find out more, join panellists:

Professor Gabrielle Finn, Professor of Medical Education and Vice Dean (Teaching, Learning and Students), School of Medical Sciences, FBMH, University of Manchester

Banji Adewumi MBE, Director Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, University of Manchester

Professor Margaret Kingston, Director of Undergraduate Medical Studies, School of Medical Sciences, FBMH, University of Manchester

Dr Rebecca Farrington, GP & Senior Clinical Lecturer, School of Medical Sciences, FBMH, University of Manchester

Mr George Obolo, Third-year medical student at the University of Manchester and Co-Founder of The Black Excellence Network.

Followed by networking and refreshments

How can I watch the event?

The talk will take place either in person, Simon Building, Room 3.44B or online. You will be sent further details including instructions on how to watch the event online a few days before it takes place.

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Who is the event for?

This event is open to all University Staff and Students (online and in person) and members of the public (online only).

Enquiries

Should you have any specific requirements, accessibility needs or other specific requests or queries, please contact Natalie.Gardiner@manchester.ac.uk

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