The Beyond Ethnicity Career conference (BECC) is aimed at early career professionals in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, medicine (STEMM) and business who are from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds or other minoritised groups.
This year’s theme is What’s the fuss about EDI? Navigating the Diversity Backlash. Discover what the current EDI landscape looks like and how geopolitical changes may impact you as an individual. Attend talks on:
- What does the current EDI landscape look like?
- How will it impact on how you take control of your career journey?
- How will you navigate systems that were not created to support the progression of anyone who is not from a dominant group?
BECC aims to empower and equip individuals early in their careers from minoritised ethnicities with the tools and skills required to thrive in academia and beyond. This conference creates a space to expose you to inspiring role models and provides practical advice on how to understand how EDI may support your career, now and in the future.
Conference schedule
The conference will be a full-day event with a variety of talks, panels and networking opportunities.
Keynote
The keynote talk will be from , founder of , an expert team transforming how organisations attract, develop, and retain diverse talent, partnering with clients to build inclusive environments where innovative thinking flourishes, unique perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute their best work.
Since its inception 20 years ago, Diversity Marketplace has worked with a plethora of organisations, including Public health England, The Guardian and Siemens to increase workforce representation, enhance creativity, strengthen decision making and enhancing reputation. Â
BECC Workshops
We are delighted to host the following workshops:
- Mosaic World—where everyone’s unique value is recognised – by , Human Value Optimisation Specialist and founder of
- Understanding the historical context of EDI – by , Science Communicator, Geologist by training
- Workplace Adjustment: Calibre – A Case Study of Inclusive Practice –b²â , Equality Advisor, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø
- Imposter syndrome – by ,
BECC Career Panel
In the afternoon there will be a panel featuring:
- , Head of the Equality Diversity ad Inclusion Centre, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College
- , Provost’s Visiting Professor of Systems Biology, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College
- , Visiting Professor, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College Business School
- , Founder of the Shuri Network, GP and former Chief Medical Officer
The Conference is organised by 51³Ô¹ÏÍø As One, The Race Equality Network for Staff and Postgraduate Students and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Centre.