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Tomi is a research technician in a bioengineering group working on platforms to assist neurodegenerative disease diagnosis. She aims to contribute to research that positively impacts the understanding and treatment of neurological illnesses. As an advocate for equality and representation in science fields, Tomi works towards giving black women the platform to connect and further their careers with the resources they need to succeed. You can read more about why she started the Black Women in Science Network in A Message from Our Founder

Lela is a student at the University of Nottingham and is studying Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience. She is interested in fashion, beauty and video editing and creating. Lela spends most of her time in the library but when she has the opportunity to relax, a Netflix binge is a must. As the editor, she hopes to start a conversation amongst communities, especially black communities, where she can inform, represent and encourage people who are a minority in STEM fields such as science, to take a stand, learn something new and dare to be different.

Gabrielle is a postgraduate student at the University of Nottingham. As a social science student, she is interested in conducting research that will create change and address injustices and inequalities. Passionate about seeing and aiding the elevation and representation of Black women, she hopes to use her role in the Black Women in Science Network to provide opportunities for Black women to excel in their scientific education and career.

Maria Augusta Arruda holds a BSc and a PhD in Biosciences (major in Pharmacology; 2005). Shortly after receiving her PhD, she was appointed Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology at UERJ (2006-2011). In 2008, Maria joined Farmanguinhos, the Pharmaceutical Laboratory of the Brazilian Ministry of Health, to lead their Academic Department. Maria moved to the University of Nottingham in 2011, where she has been creating and supporting transatlantic collaborative networks in the field of Drug Discovery. Maria is a firm believer that a greater and genuine diversity is essential for the Progress of Science, and has been engaged in a number of Science Diplomacy and Science Communication initiatives.

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Tomi is a research technician in a bioengineering group working on platforms to assist neurodegenerative disease diagnosis. She aims to contribute to research that positively impacts the understanding and treatment of neurological illnesses. As an advocate for equality and representation in science fields, Tomi works towards giving black women the platform to connect and further their careers with the resources they need to succeed.

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REED Ecological Network - British Ecological Society

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A supportive platform for ecologists from under-represented & marginalised ethnicities

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We are a global community established in 2013, working to tackle racial inequality in higher education and society.

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The Black Microbiologists Association (BMA) was created in response to the sustained underrepresentation of Black people in microbiological education, training and research both here in the U.S. and globally. This exclusion leads to feelings of isolation, which are compounded by hostile training environments and racism faced in everyday life. Furthermore, Black expertise, voices, and perspectives are often devalued. As a result, cycles of marginalization and harm are perpetuated, which deprives our communities the benefits of scientific progress.

Our mission is to support the collective work of pursuing equity in academia, industry, government, and beyond through advocacy, professional development, science communication, and outreach. Specifically, we will advocate on the behalf of Black microbiologists in all spheres of professional life; transforming systems to ensure access to the tools and support necessary for success in their future careers. We also endeavor to become a reliable source of clear and accurate information that helps to strengthen scientific literacy within the general public, with particular attention being paid to historically marginalized communities. We are committed to sustained efforts that propel early career microbiologists to the next stages of their careers and endeavor to create a culture where Black microbiologists are valued.

Through the activities of this organization, in partnership with allies in the academic and private sectors as well as other scientific organizations, we envision sustained, tangible progress toward equity for Black microbiologists in the scientific enterprise. This will be evident through: increased representation of Black microbiology professionals as leaders at institutions, journals, funding agencies and corporations; increased science literacy within the general public and parallel interest in the microbial sciences; and increased collaborative research efforts that center the needs and concerns of Black communities around the world.

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The Black Microbiologists Association (BMA) was created in response to the sustained underrepresentation of Black people in microbiological education, training and research both here in the U.S. and globally. This exclusion leads to feelings of isolation, which are compounded by hostile training environments and racism faced in everyday life.

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We are proud to be finalists for the National Diversity Awards 2020 in the Community Organisation Award for Race, Faith and Religion .

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"Connecting Engineers and providing a platform to help themselves and the Muslim Community, thereby instilling responsibility, encouraging engineering at grass root levels and focusing their skills to further Muslim interests."

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Muslim Engineers' Network | Mobilising the power and skills of Muslim engineers in the UK

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"Connecting Engineers and providing a platform to help themselves and the Muslim Community, thereby instilling responsibility, encouraging engineering at grass root levels and focusing their skills to further Muslim interests."

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WCAN is a social enterprise dedicated to the personal and professional development of black women. We have positioned ourselves as platform and network for black women from as young as school girls to those well into their corporate careers.

With support from a number of corporate sponsors, we are able to create a marketplace offering diverse talent for the largest global firms and offering services to our members including mentorship, CV / Cover Letter / Interview training and support, networking events, workshops, conferences, fast-tracking with our sponsor firms, personal development sessions, socials and more...

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WCAN | Professional & Personal Development for Black Women

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WCAN is a social enterprise dedicated to the personal and professional development of black women. We have positioned ourselves as platform and network for black women from as young as school girls to those well into their corporate careers.

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The Anti-Racist Educator critically challenges racism in education by sharing knowledge through a blog, glossary, podcast and various events. A product of the SAMEE mentoring programme, the platform is run primarily by a collective of educators of colour working in Scotland.

The EIS is committed absolutely to the delivery of high quality, inclusive education for all children and young people. We campaign for an education system which actively addresses the inequalities that persist in our society

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Audio of Dr Gabriel reading her poem 'On Sisterhood, Solidarity & Self-Empowerment' from Inside the Ivory Tower.

Transforming the Ivory tower is a must-read for Black women considering a career in academia...

An excellent review by competition winner Sheila Freeman...

We congratulate Dr Elizabeth Opara, a contributor to Inside the Ivory Tower and Transforming the Ivory Tower on her new appointment as Head of the School of Human Sciences at London Metropolitan University.

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Audio of Dr Gabriel reading her poem 'On Sisterhood, Solidarity & Self-Empowerment' from Inside the Ivory Tower. Transforming the Ivory tower is a must-read for Black women considering a career in academia... An excellent review by competition winner Sheila Freeman...

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Events If we're to achieve our collective mission of an education sector that is reflective of society, there need to be opportunities for educators to connect, learn and act together. Explor...

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BlackinCancer | The Number One Resource for Black Cancer Patients, Researchers and Advocates

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Our 1,500+ members-only site is a safe and welcoming space for Black women navigating the Ivory Tower to network, collaborate, and provide mutual advice, support, healing, and encouragement.

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An online network empowering Black women pursuing research based doctoral degrees.

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BBSTEM - Black British Professionals in Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths

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It was lovely meeting you yesterday and you've really inspired me and given me a lot of hope in becoming successful in the industry I would love to get into.

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