We have several exciting events coming up in the next few weeks – and you’re in the right place to find out all about them.
Pay and Progression in Women of Colour: Northern Roundtable
This event is being delivered in partnership with The Runnymede Trust and The Fawcett Society. It aims to bring together women who have experienced inequality, racism, sexism or other forms of discrimination and unfair treatment in the workplace. The roundtable discussion will take place on Zoom and will inform ongoing research, reports, surveys and recommendations put forward by The Runnymede Trust.
Date: Tues 21st September 2021
Time: 11am-1pm
Place: Online (Zoom)
How to register: Email linsey@runnymedetrust.org or via Eventbrite by clicking here
Women Leading the Way: Inclusion Week 2021
As part of Inclusion Week 2021, REN are hosting an in-person event. This event continues the theme of inequalities faced by women of colour, with a focus on inspirational women from Bradford District. A panel of speakers from various backgrounds, organisations and experiences will speak about their journeys to where they are today. We hope this will also be an opportunity to discuss topics such as intersectionality as well as inclusion. We will be joined by guest speaker Halima Begum of The Runnymede Trust. Refreshments will be provided.
Date: Thurs 30th September 2021
Time: 10am-1pm
Place: Bradford City AFC Banqueting Suite, BD8 7DY
How to register: Email hattie@raceequalitynetwork.org.uk – limited spaces so book now!
Black History Month 2021: Bradford Launch
October is Black History Month, and this year the theme is #ProudToBe. REN is working closely with Black Health Forum to launch this month of celebration, awareness, information and resource sharing. We are planning a launch event with live music, community stalls, resources and information about events taking place across October.
Date: Saturday 2nd October 2021
Time: TBC
Place: City Hall Banqueting Suite, Centenary Square
Are you a musician, performer or community organisation from an African or African Caribbean background who would like to showcase your work at this event? Please get in touch: hattie@raceequalitynetwork.org.uk
National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2021: Bradford Hate Crime Strategy Launch
Every three years, Bradford renews its strategy for dealing with hate crime, encouraging hate crime reporting, and ensuring a zero tolerance of hate crime across the District. This year, REN are participating in the launch event which will see speakers, community stallholders and strategy developers coming together to discuss this topic.
Date: Monday 11th October 2021
Time: 10am – 1:30pm
Place: Carlisle Business Centre, 60 Carlisle Road, BD8 8BD
How to register: Email Rifaquet Ali to book your place at rifaquet.ali@bradford.gov.uk
Are you hosting any events around Hate Crime Awareness during this week? Let us know by email at rifaquet.ali@bradford.gov.uk
