How can we support Black neurodivergent students?Black neurodivergent students face distinct barriers at the intersection of racism and ableism, so here are ways universities can go beyond generic policies to offer truly inclusive, intersectional supportPatrice SeuwouUniversity of Northampton
Tackling accent bias: the ‘last acceptable form of discrimination’Accent bias undermines Black international students’ confidence and belonging in UK universities. Institutions must tackle this exclusion through awareness, training, and a proactive celebration of linguistic diversityPatrice SeuwouUniversity of Northampton
What I needed as a Black woman in STEMFactors that influence the success of Black women in STEM, including community building, EDI responsibilities and invisible labour – and how to provide support Carlotta A. BerryRose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Faculty must stand together to confront the American illiberal perilWhat happens now that university presidents are willing to stand up individually and collectively in the face of governmental hostility? Chris Dietrich examines the historical context leading up to it and suggests some ways to resistChris DietrichFordham University
White privilege doesn’t exist for working-class men in higher educationConsider social class a protected characteristic and remove financial barriers to make HE accessible to white, working-class men, writes Mark ButterickMark ButterickUniversity of Leeds
Making admissions processes fair on Black studentsHow we can use alternative criteria and targeted outreach to promote fair access to higher education for Black studentsPatrice SeuwouUniversity of Northampton
Five ways coaching can improve the university experience of Black studentsThe ethnicity awarding gap continues to be an issue in UK universities, especially for Black students. Could coaching be the answer?Yaz OshoThe University of Westminster
THE podcast: what Indigenous knowledge brings to higher educationTwo Indigenous university leaders explain how their institutions support First Nations’ participation in higher education, create space for community and build trust in postcolonial environmentsAngie Bruce, Te Kawehau HoskinsUniversity of Manitoba, The University of Auckland
Five steps to decolonise your university curriculum and pave the way for a better futureHow can universities reset their curricula and embrace a range of experiences? Here are five ways to start down the path of decolonisationSteve LarkinThe University of Adelaide
Start the journey of anti-colonial work with these first stepsMany non-Indigenous staff are worried about doing anti-colonial work for fear of getting it wrong. Sue Sharpe shares four tips for getting startedSue SharpeAustralian National University
Co-creating PhD programmes for Black UK students offers a route to reparative justiceHow to co-create, recruit and deliver PhD programmes for Black students: lessons from the University of Glasgow’s James McCune Smith (JMS) scholarship and development programmeHeather LambieUniversity of Glasgow
Media training can combat low BME representation in academiaAdvice from Imperial College London’s new media training academy to help BME researchers build their profiles and increase the reach of their researchMaxine MyersImperial College London
‘You can change the world with a haircut’: engaging communities at riskWith Black and minority ethnic communities disproportionately affected by high blood pressure, academics found innovative ways to reach them. Here’s how to launch a community outreach programme that worksNicola ThomasLondon South Bank University
How to bring Indigenous knowledge into classrooms and curriculaAcademic institutions have a mandate to engage and serve the Indigenous communities whose land they occupy, writes Edward Polanco. Here, he offers tangible techniques for amplifying these voices on campusEdward PolancoVirginia Tech
A model of authentic knowledge exchange to advance social inclusionAn example of how knowledge exchange can help remedy social injustice and bring forward previously overlooked perspectives, based on a project at Hull’s Wilberforce House MuseumNick EvansUniversity of Hull
Black students are succeeding in spite of academia, rather than because of it – we need a resetThe narrative that widening participation is enough is creating isolation and disillusionment among Black PhD students. How can universities move beyond it to empower Black academics?William AckahBirkbeck, University of London
Empower minority staff and students to thrive at your institutionPractical strategies to reduce representation burdens, build diverse talent pipelines and foster inclusive environments in higher educationPallavi BanerjeeThe University of Exeter
To combat antisemitism in HE, teach students about Jewish historySome guidance on a more nuanced approach to teaching Jewish history to university studentsHannah EwenceUniversity of Chester
Recruit your next president using the forensic modelIn their new book ‘The New College President: How a Generation of Diverse Leaders is Changing Higher Education’, Terrence J. MacTaggart and Eileen B. Wilson-Oyelaran offer their step-by-step guide to finding the strongest non-traditional presidential candidatesTerrence J. MacTaggart, Eileen B. Wilson-OyelaranAssociation of Governing Boards
Culturally sensitive support for Black international studentsOngoing support, cultural sensitivity and strategic planning can create an environment where Black international students feel valued and empowered to succeedPatrice SeuwouUniversity of Northampton
How can HE institutions become fairer and more inclusive?Rather than treating inclusivity as a tick-box exercise, institutions should be implementing strategies to ensure they champion itSankar SivarajahUniversity of Bradford
Equity without whiteness: what leaders get wrong in pursuit of an equitable campus How can equity be advanced within a system that protects the status quo, and how can university leaders make a difference? Jordan Harper, Rozana Carducci and Adrianna Kezar examine howJordan Harper, Rozana Carducci, Adrianna KezarMorgan State University, Elon University, University of Southern California
Tackling bias and microaggressions in higher educationActionable strategies and insights to help higher education institutions attract and retain ethnic-minority staffPallavi BanerjeeThe University of Exeter
Improving the digital experience for Black international studentsStrategies UK institutions should take to enable Black international students’ smooth transition into universityPatrice SeuwouUniversity of Northampton
A practical guide to navigating the language of diversityNavigating the language of diversity is a continuous journey that requires commitment and effortYusra Siddiqui The University of Exeter
We must acknowledge our positionality to inclusively engage the communityThe work that can lead to change involves building relationships and understanding, and developing and sharing knowledge in partnership with our communities. Put simply, community engagement must engage the community, writes Nilufar AhmedNilufar AhmedThe University of Bristol
Seven structural changes to help bring Indigenous perspectives into curriculaImpermanence of resources, priorities and personnel makes curriculum reform a challenge. Here, Kirstie Smith and Simon Young offer strategies based on their experience in a regional law schoolKirstie Smith , Simon Young The University of Southern Queensland
In a precarious academy, how can migrant academics survive – and thrive?In this extract from their book, ‘Migrant Academics’ Narratives of Precarity and Resilience in Europe’, Olga Burlyuk and Ladan Rahbari explore the ways precarity presents itself in academiaOlga Burlyuk, Ladan RahbariUniversity of Amsterdam
Fulfilling a mission and serving Indigenous studentsUniversities can do much to support Indigenous students, strengthening the institution’s community, increasing visibility and highlighting the needs of Native Nations students and faculty through deliberate action, writes Melissa Faircloth Melissa FairclothVirginia Tech
Uncovering Indigenous insights: let’s research togetherMeaningful engagement with Indigenous communities requires researchers to shift away from conventional methodologies and towards more collaborative and participatory approaches. Here, Sarah Wiki-Bennett shares six key tenetsSarah Wiki-BennettTe Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
Confessions of an Athena Swan chairServing on an EDI or gender-equity committee can be not only rewarding but strategic for the advancement of your professional journey, writes Jana Sadeh. Here’s how to do it well, based on her experienceJana SadehUniversity of Southampton
Indigenising teaching and learning through the Big Five ideas of traditional knowledgeEducators should familiarise themselves with the foundational values and beliefs that inform Indigenous Knowledges in order to integrate them into their teaching in a meaningful way, write three First Nations lecturersCally Jetta, Emerson Zerafa-Payne , Paul CarmodyThe University of Southern Queensland
Challenge strategic silencing to improve the experiences of global majority studentsUniversities have the power to create a more inclusive and empathetic world by promoting open dialogue, accountability and cultural diversity, write Christina Dzineku and Craig MahoneyChristina Dzineku, Craig MahoneyIndependent academic, The Education Group
Community-engaged research can give a voice to marginalised peopleOur biggest challenges cannot be resolved by ‘expert’ research alone – community knowledge is essential. Tara Mahoney and Scott Neufeld argue that researchers should let communities set the agendaTara Mahoney, Scott NeufeldSimon Fraser University
The importance of Black spaces in white academiaAn epistemological approach is needed to build more inclusive environments, argues Blanca Elizabeth Vega in this excerpt from Black Scholarship in a White AcademyBlanca Elizabeth Vega, Robert T Palmer, Sosanya Jones, Alonzo M FlowersMontclair State University
What Bob Marley can teach us about inclusive pedagogyAs One Love hits cinemas, educators can take inspiration from the life of Bob Marley to create a more inclusive educational experience. Lucy Gill-Simmen shows howLucy Gill-SimmenRoyal Holloway, University of London
Finding – and raising – my voice as a Black female leader in higher educationWomen of colour face a formidable set of challenges in the quest to find their place and voice in higher education. Menah Pratt shares the lessons learned in her journey – from the power of persistence to harnessing her creativity Menah PrattVirginia Tech
Weaving gold from EDI straw: an intersectional approachIn this resource, the University of Manchester’s three academic leads for EDI explain how they work together and learn from each other Dawn Edge, Rachel Cowen, Jackie CarterThe University of Manchester
Effective levers to foster women – specifically women of colour – into leadership rolesGender and race disparities persist in leadership roles within academic institutions. Here, Menah Pratt shares her advice on effective levers to foster women of colour into leadership rolesMenah PrattVirginia Tech
Leaving a legacy as a Black female leader in higher educationWomen of colour can leave a legacy that endures far beyond their tenures, writes Menah Pratt. Here, she shares her experience with racism and sexism and describes actions that leave a mark on institutions and students and defy under-representationMenah PrattVirginia Tech
Three ways to support women’s career progression in higher educationWomen outnumber men among university graduates, yet female leaders are in the minority when it comes to leadership positions in higher education. Sandy Jones offers her advice on helping women climb the career ladderSandy JonesColorado State University Global
Celebrate Black History Year and tackle racial inequality all year longInstead of consigning the recognition of Black histories to one single month, Deborah Husbands, Stephen Bunbury and Dibyesh Anand advocate for a Black History Year Deborah Husbands , Stephen Bunbury, Dibyesh Anand The University of Westminster
How to embed inclusive recruitment practices in a higher education setting Hiring practices – from job posting to interview – are key to creating a diverse workforce. Here, Damien Page offers advice on how to drive university-wide inclusivity from the classroom to the community Damien PageBuckinghamshire New University
Transforming admissions for first-gen university student enrolmentAttracting and retaining first-generation college students is a pivotal goal for higher education institutions seeking diversity and inclusivity, and college admissions faculty play a vital role in this process, writes Juan EspinozaJuan EspinozaVirginia Tech
Navigating the choppy waters of intercultural differences in an international classroomFarish A. Noor draws on three decades of teaching across different continents to offer advice on the challenges inherent in teaching students from diverse backgroundsFarish A. Noor University of Malaya
The problem with equity, diversity and inclusion in a multiracist worldEDI initiatives are commonplace in Western higher education. They pay little or no attention to the global diversity of racism. But should they, asks Alastair BonnettAlastair Bonnett Newcastle University
Diversity efforts in academia are leading us towards ‘the oppression Olympics’EDI campaigns and scholarships keep failing ethnic minority students because they are tailored to the needs of white people, writes Andrea E.L. AttipoeAndrea E.L. AttipoeImperial College London
What is the cost of students’ social mobility from a community ties perspective?Personal networking strategies can influence successful academic integration and emotional stability of students from under-represented communities in higher education. Here are ways to support these groups, based an analysis of the egocentric networks of Roma students Ágnes Lukács J., Beáta DávidSemmelweis University
Teaching how to use numbers as a tool for justiceStatistics are not neutral, writes Wendy Castillo. Here, she explains how to use QuantCrit to show students the effect that historic racism and bias have on data collection and analysisWendy CastilloPrinceton University
THE podcast: an interview with Ngiare Brown, chancellor of James Cook University Ngiare Brown is the first female and the first Indigenous chancellor of James Cook University. Here, she shares what she hopes to achieve during her tenure, including making higher education a place for Indigenous students Ngiare BrownJames Cook University