THE 10TH  BME ECR CONFERENCE

THE 10TH BME ECR CONFERENCE

King's College LondonLondon, England
Friday, Jul 10, 2026 from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm GMT+1
Overview

The Black and Minority Ethnic Early Career Researcher (BME ECR) Conference turns 10!

Join us at this year's conference to celebrate a decade of championing BME ECRs, as we reflect on the past, recognise excellence, and renew our vision for the future.


Theme: Reflection, Recognition, Renewal.

Attendance is free! This event is in-person only.


King's College London, in collaboration with the University of West London, proudly present the 10th BME ECR Conference. To commemorate this milestone event, we are going back to where it all started - the Great Hall!

Friday 10 July at King's College London (8:30am - 5:30pm).


What to expect:

Registration and Breakfast from 8:30am

Welcome addresses from:

  • The host university (King's College London)
  • The conference founder (Professor Bernadine Idowu)

The day will also include:

  • A keynote address by Professor Jason Arday (Professor of Sociology of Education, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge)
  • Alumni impact stories (highlighting the conference’s personal and professional influence and scope)
  • Panel discussion with Q&A
  • Vision workshop (addressing what the future of research looks like for BME ECRs)
  • Networking opportunities

Note: Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Please include any dietary or accessibility requirements as you reserve your tickets so arrangements can be made in advance to accommodate you.


You don't want to miss this. Tickets are limited, so grab yours now to secure your place.

See you there!

The Black and Minority Ethnic Early Career Researcher (BME ECR) Conference turns 10!

Join us at this year's conference to celebrate a decade of championing BME ECRs, as we reflect on the past, recognise excellence, and renew our vision for the future.


Theme: Reflection, Recognition, Renewal.

Attendance is free! This event is in-person only.


King's College London, in collaboration with the University of West London, proudly present the 10th BME ECR Conference. To commemorate this milestone event, we are going back to where it all started - the Great Hall!

Friday 10 July at King's College London (8:30am - 5:30pm).


What to expect:

Registration and Breakfast from 8:30am

Welcome addresses from:

  • The host university (King's College London)
  • The conference founder (Professor Bernadine Idowu)

The day will also include:

  • A keynote address by Professor Jason Arday (Professor of Sociology of Education, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge)
  • Alumni impact stories (highlighting the conference’s personal and professional influence and scope)
  • Panel discussion with Q&A
  • Vision workshop (addressing what the future of research looks like for BME ECRs)
  • Networking opportunities

Note: Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Please include any dietary or accessibility requirements as you reserve your tickets so arrangements can be made in advance to accommodate you.


You don't want to miss this. Tickets are limited, so grab yours now to secure your place.

See you there!

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Highlights

  • 9 hours
  • In-person

Location

King's College London

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London WC2R 2LS

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