14 January 2026, 10:00 - 16:30PM
The Exchange, Birmingham

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Discover how equality, diversity, and inclusion can move from theory into everyday practice across energy research. This one-day interactive event brings together students, early-career researchers and those more advanced in their careers to connect and learn about applying EDI in real-world situations.

What to Expect

• Conversation stations exploring themes such as allyship, power and privilege, women in science, disability inclusion, LGBTQ+ representation, and neurodiversity in STEM led by EDI+ and IGNITE projects.
• Panel discussion and Q&A: Building Inclusive Research Cultures featuring diverse voices sharing experiences and practical insights.
• Networking and mentoring opportunities designed to spark collaboration and strengthen inclusive research communities.

Co-hosted by UKERC, Supergen Energy Networks, EDI+, and IGNITE. This event is open to all, from early-career researchers to established professionals committed to fostering inclusive and equitable research environments.

Agenda

09:45 – 10:15 – Registration, Coffee and Networking
10:15 – 13:30 – Welcome: Prof Simone Abram, Durham University and Director EDI+
10:30 – 11:05 – Invited Speaker TBC
11:05 – 11:20 – Personal Perspective Energyz Black, speaker TBC
11:20 – 11:35 –  Refreshment Break
11:35 – 12:35 -Conversation stations/Table networking
12:35 – 13:35 – Lunch
13:35 – 14:50 – Discussion Panel, Prof Sara Walker, Dr Sam Williamson, Dr Marco Reggiani
14:50 – 15:05 – Personal Perspective, Dr Natalia Zografou-Barredo
15:05 – 15:25 – Networking Break
15:25 – 16:00 – The Shifting Landscape of EDI, Georgina Worrall OBE
16:00 – 16:05 – Closing Remarks
16:05 – 16:330 – Networking

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