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The experiences of LGBTQIA+ people studying or working in STEM
In January 2021, I started a Twitter thread with papers and reports relevant to the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people studying or working in STEM. I didn’t add analysis or commentary, it was just a quick way to share papers as I found them. Even though journal papers and...
Pride in STEM Awards five Small Grants to projects across the UK
This Autumn, Pride in STEM are thrilled to announce that we are funding five Small Grants projects that have been submitted in our funding round. These five projects represent exciting new engagements with queer communities in and around STEM in the UK. The projects...
Is Data Bias Harming The LGBTQ+ Community?
Data is crucial to our society. It delivers benefits but as with any human tool, it can also do harm. our host Dr Craig Poku (he/they) asks: can the way that we use data causes further harm to marginalised groups such as the LGBTQ+ community? The panel consists of:Dr...
Small Grant Scheme 2024
This year our theme is “Queer in STEM beyond visibility” - we’re looking for projects across the UK that engage with our theme in their local community. We are especially interested in supporting projects that are developed with, by, and for minoritised LGBTQ+...
Pride in STEM statement about the shortlisting of Helen Joyce for the Maddox Prize
Pride in STEM is wholeheartedly disappointed in the decision taken by Sense About Science to shortlist Helen Joyce for the Maddox Prize, with the following motivation: “Helen Joyce has been shortlisted for her courage in raising the importance of considering...
Inclusivity In Medicine Still Fails Black People
Discussions of inclusivity in STEM too often do not address major diversity issues, in particular, they do not centre the needs of people of colour. Medicine is no exception and many steps can be taken to ensure medicine is a safe space and safe for all, whether...
The Inescapable Link Between Science Communication & Identity
Scicomm is critical to translate complex scientific challenges to a range of audiences. But often, the fact that 'the messenger is just as important as the message' is ignored. Host Dr Craig Poku (he/they) is joined by the wonderful Sarah Cosgriff (she/they). She...
Hidden Voices: Challenges Within The Climate Justice Movement
Marginalised voices are often excluded within the climate justice movement, a movement that is in itself often ignored when it comes to the unfolding Climate Crisis. In this episode, Craig Poku (he/they) is joined by Dr Salma Sabour (she/her) to discuss research, and...
Outside The Binary: Navigating A Career In STEM As An Intersex Person
When you have specific identities, engaging in a career in STEM can be difficult. Sadly, this is the case if you identify as intersex. However, what can we learn from those who are intersex to address their specific barriers? Joining Craig Poku (he/they) is Claudia...
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