AFBE Black History Month Lunch’n’Learn Series
AFBE Black History Month Lunch’n’Learn Series - October 2024
Free for AFBE Corporate Partners!
Lunch and Learns: 1 per week during Black History Month, every Wednesday from 12-1pm, hosted virtually on MS Teams. Open to all AFBE Partner Organisations (no limit on attendees).
| Date | Talk | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 9 Oct 12-1pm | Why Intersectionality Matters | Dr. Ollie Folayan |
| Wed 16 Oct 12-1pm | Allyship Workshop: From Apathy to Advocacy | Amanda Kelleher and Guest |
| Wed 23 Oct 12-1pm | The Ethics of Ethnic Diversity | Dr. Ollie Folayan |
| Wed 30 Oct 12-1pm | Understanding Barriers to Recruitment and Retention for Diverse Groups | Dr. Nike Folayan |
Why Intersectionality Matters - Dr. Ollie Folayan MBE
A study conducted by McKinsey and Co. highlights the persistent challenge of achieving workplace equity despite notable advancements. Acknowledging intersectional communities, particularly Black, Bangladeshi, and Pakistani women, is crucial as it holds the potential for substantial benefits.
Intersectionality serves as a framework for comprehending the distinctive amalgamations of discrimination and privilege that can arise from individuals' identities, encompassing gender, ethnicity, social status, and religious affiliation.
This session will delve into the genesis of intersectionality and its relevance in an evolving technological landscape. Participants will gain insights into cultivating an intersectional approach to STEM career advancement and inclusive design.
Speaker: Dr. Ollie Folayan, visiting professor at the University of Dundee, Head of Process and Safety at Costain, Aberdeen, and co-founder of AFBE-UK.
Allyship Workshop: From Apathy to Advocacy - Amanda Kelleher
In this session, participants will learn the importance of allyship, including the difference between a diversity champion and a diversity ally. The workshop will feature case studies and role-playing scenarios, leading to the development of an allyship toolkit. The global implications of allyship will also be discussed.
Speaker: Amanda Kelleher, AFBE member and creative trainer with experience in diversity, mental health, and inclusivity initiatives across five countries.
The Ethics of Ethnic Diversity - Dr. Ollie Folayan MBE
This session will explore the nature of racism through the lens of history, summarising disparities within the engineering sector and providing practical tips for becoming an ally of Ethnic Diversity. It will also outline steps organisations can take to become more equitable.
Speaker: Dr. Ollie Folayan, MBE, co-founder of AFBE-UK and Diversity and Inclusion advocate in engineering.
Understanding Barriers to Recruitment and Retention for Diverse Groups - Dr. Nike Folayan MBE
This talk will explore the barriers faced by underrepresented groups in engineering. Using known engineering techniques, the session will identify and review these barriers, allowing for a structured approach to improving ethnic inclusion.
Speaker: Dr. Nike Folayan, Technical Director at WSP and co-founder of AFBE-UK, with extensive experience in driving diversity in engineering.
Event Details
- Date : Wednesday 9 October - Wednesday 30 October 2024
- Time : 12:00pm
- Venue : Online
- Event Organiser : AFBE UK
- Event type : Webinar
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- Cost : Free