Supporting Current PGRs

Produced as a direct result of feedback from some of our PGRs feeling excluded at one of our own events, this comprehensive guidance was developed in collaboration with our Scholars Board, in order to outline our expectations of ourselves and our attendees at events. It also addresses wider issues and things to consider around allyship, positionality, and intersectionality.

A short guide produced by colleagues at The University of Sheffield, highlighting their top tips for setting up an inclusive network of research professionals to share ideas, experiences, and opportunities. In 2023, YCEDE launched the Inclusive Research Network on LinkedIn; this document was produced to outline our process in developing and launching this network.

A short guide produced by colleagues at The University of Sheffield, highlighting their top tips to maximise the potential of LinkedIn to make useful connections, discover new opportunities, and promote your research. In 2023, YCEDE launched the Inclusive Research Network on LinkedIn; this document is intended to help researchers discover and utilise similar networks and enhance the reach of their profile.

This publication, authored by colleagues at The University of Leeds, outlines their institution’s journey to improving postgraduate diversity across the university, starting with the conception of YCEDE through to discussing what can/should happen after the project has ended. While much of this reflection focuses on Leeds, colleagues at other institutions will undoubtedly find the discussions and reflections universally valuable/relevant.

Slides produced by colleagues at the University of Bradford intended for use in the mentor training process. The slides provide an overview of the expectations for participating in EDI-focused mentoring schemes as a mentor, emphasising an awareness of bias, a commitment to equity-minded practise, and the importance of active allyship.