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University of Brighton poster for Black History Month

Our events: Black History Month – October 2022

At the University of Brighton, recognising and celebrating Black history is a year-round commitment. In October, however, Black History Month provides an extra boost for minority ethnic voices and the chance to question the status quo.

Since 1987, the national celebration has centred around community activism and challenging racism in British society. The University reflects this society, and as such it is committed to understand, challenge and dismantle racism and inequality.

This commitment permeates all we do. Professor Rusi Jaspal, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange) and Race Equalities Champion, commented: “Inclusivity is one of our core values at the University of Brighton. We want everyone to feel that they belong to our community. We want to challenge inequalities where they exist. Our Race Equality Charter Award recognises our drive to challenge racial inequalities experienced by colleagues and students from a minority ethnic background and our clear and decisive plan for achieving inclusivity through lasting change.”

For Black History Month, the University will be holding online events throughout October covering subjects ranging from racism in video games and protecting wellbeing to the launch of its Anti-Racist Network. The events will give colleagues and students from any background and with any protective characteristic an opportunity to continue their learning journey by hearing from a fascinating series of speakers who will share their lived experiences and offer fresh insights.

You can find full details of all the events below – everyone is welcome. A an alumni or guest, please click this Microsoft Teams link below at the event time and the event organisers will admit you.

The University is proud of its diverse community, who continue to listen and learn from one another. However, being an ally involves taking action and lifelong learning about marginalised communities and intersectional issues. This is why everyone is encouraged to get involved in Black History Month, both through the core events and through their own private practice and department-level activity.

Black History Month 2022 events are listed below – join the Teams group to find more information and to take part.

Graciano de Santana Soares

Graciano de Santana Soares

Graciano Soares, Chair of the University of Brighton’s Anti-Racist Network, discussing the launch of the University’s Anti-Racist Network

11am, Wednesday 5 October​​​​​​​

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Barbara Howard-Hunt

Barbara Howard-Hunt

Dr Barbara Howard-Hunt, Senior Lecturer at Birmingham City University, speaking on how compassion starts with the self

11am, Monday 10 October​​​​​​​

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paul Ian Campbell

Paul Ian Campbell

Dr Paul Ian Campbell, Director of the University of Leicester Institute for Inclusivity in Higher Education, speaking on racial differences between White and Black digital athletes

11am, Wednesday 12 October​​​​​​​

 

 

 

 

 

Henry Majed

Henry Majed

Dr Henry Majed, Co-Founder and CEO of MyMynd, discussing emerging stronger: leadership lessons on mental health, wellbeing and the future of work

11am, Wednesday 19 October​​​​​​​

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salmena Carvalho

Salmena Carvalho

Salmena Carvalho, Lecturer at the Edinburgh College of Art, speaking about challenging the status quo

11am, Monday 24 October​​​​​​​

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aline Giordano

Aline Giordano

Aysha Rahman and Aline Giordano discussing exploring culture, health and wellbeing through lived experience: introduction to the Gestalt SOS Model

11am, Wednesday 26 October​​​​​​​

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aysha Rahman

Aysha Rahman

 

Dwight Turner

Dwight Turner

Dr Dwight Turner, Course Leader in Humanistic Psychotherapy at the University of Brighton, an activist, writer, and psychotherapist and supervisor in private practice speaking on Black Identities: White Therapies

10am, Thursday 27 October

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yaa Asare

Yaa Asare

Dr Yaa Asare, Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton, speaking about a lifetime of inspiration to claiming a proud Black identity

2pm, Thursday 27 October​​​​​​​

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dr Adaeze Okoye

Dr Adaeze Okoye

 

11am, Monday 31 October

Meredith Brooklyn • October 4, 2022


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