Black History Month
Every October, Black History Month (BHM) in the UK celebrates black history, arts, and culture.
At Imperial we have marked the month in the past with a range of events including from talks from successful Black academics and professionals, workshops, panel discussions, and social events. In 2018 Imperial celebrated with a digital exhibition that took over the screens across campuses. We showcased black staff, students and alumni, and recognised the inspiring work of renowned black scientists past and present. You can still explore these Black History Month profiles online.
If you are planning an activity for Black History Month, or an EDI event at any time of the year, please get in touch with the EDI Centre.
Less Talk, More Action
Every individual at Imperial should feel safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to their place of work or study.
For BHM 2020 we spoke to members of our community about why the Month is important, what changes we as an institution need to make, and their vision of a bright future.
The importance of diversity in STEMM
As part of BHM 2018, Imperial invited Chi Onwurah MP, chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Diversity and Inclusion in STEM.
Chi reflected on her own experiences of studying and working in STEM and what universities need to do. She also talked about the importance of diversity as an economic imperative and focuses on the need for systematic change.