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SUMMARY:Insightful inclusion: making EDI data standard practice
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the power of EDI data to drive meaningful change in your organisation. \nIn today’s fast-evolving workplace\, organisations are increasingly turning to data to create diverse\, equitable\, and inclusive (EDI) environments. However\, collecting\, analysing and leveraging this data effectively can be a challenge. \n“Insightful inclusion: making EDI data standard practice” is a must-attend event designed to equip HR leaders\, diversity managers and organisational decision-makers with the knowledge and tools they need to make EDI initiatives more data-driven and impactful\, as well as taking an intersectional data approach to processes such as performance management and promotion. \nRegister now
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/insightful-inclusion-making-edi-data-standard-practice/
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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SUMMARY:WISE Annual Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to accelerate the pace of change?\n\n\n\nJoin us for this year’s WISE Conference\, where expert speakers will share invaluable advice and practical tools to help you and your organisation build inclusive practices to achieve gender parity in STEM (science\, technology\, engineering and maths). This year’s conference focuses on the impact we can make as we strive for 30% of STEM roles being filled by women by 2030. \n\n\n\nOur conference offers a unique opportunity for STEM and EDI professionals to come together in person\, and to network and learn from one another as we discuss strategies and tools that can be implemented to better support women in STEM as we strive for gender equity. \n\n\n\nYou’ll hear from an insightful keynote speaker\, engage with interactive workshops and enjoy plenty of time to collaborate with like-minded peers. The event will centre around key barriers such as: \n\n\n\n\nhow to ensure we’re collecting and utilising data to its maximum potential.\n\n\n\nhow to engage with girls and women to attract and recruit them into fulfilling STEM roles\n\n\n\nensuring women are supported within their organisation to maintain happy careers\, as well as providing opportunities and career progression available at all levels.\n\n\n\n\n Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative event that will equip you with the knowledge and connections to make a lasting impact. Let’s accelerate the pace of change together. \n\n\n\nRegister to attend >
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/wise-annual-conference-2025/
LOCATION:IET London: Savoy Place\, 2 Savoy Place\, London\, WC2R 0BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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SUMMARY:Creating a fertility-friendly workplace
DESCRIPTION:Navigating fertility challenges can be an emotionally and physically taxing journey. Unfortunately\, for many employees\, the struggle is often compounded by a lack of understanding or support in the workplace. \nThis event aims to change that by providing organisations with the tools\, insights\, and real-world examples necessary to create a more compassionate and inclusive work environment for individuals facing fertility issues. \nRegister now
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/creating-a-fertility-friendly-workplace/
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Measuring Progress Event (MPE) 2025
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this year’s Measuring Progress Event (MPE). An exclusive in-person event for our Active Members to come together to benchmark your progress against the WISE HR diagnostic which form part of our WISE Gender Equity Framework. \nIt’s a unique opportunity to dive into real data and gain a deeper understanding of your performance and progress in your EDI journey. Our Measuring Progress Event focuses on five key pillars: data\, attraction\, progression\, retention\, and engagement\, as we explore what’s going well and where improvement is needed. Expert advice is on hand as we explore key areas within the five pillars to share best practices and innovative ideas to help better support women in the workplace. \nThe Measuring Progress Event is one of the most important events in our calendar. It’s a chance to celebrate achievements\, reflect on your journey\, and gather practical tools and ideas to enhance your EDI strategy and WISE roadmap. The day is made up of data insights and good practice sharing\, along with facilitated discussions. Save the date and join us for a day of learning\, sharing\, and celebrating progress. Together\, we can drive meaningful change and shift the dial on gender parity in STEM. \nRegister now \nAgenda\n11:00 – Registration\, refreshments and networking11:30 – WISE welcome\, Dr Laura Norton11:35 – Diagnostic results summary\, Katherine Watson12:00 – Group discussion: data12:30 – Group discussion: attraction13:00 – Lunch14:00 – Group discussion: progression14:30 – Group discussion: retention15:00 – Networking break15:10 – Group discussion: engagement15:40 – Summary – Working together to achieve gender parity in STEM16:00 – Close
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/measuring-progress-event-mpe-2025/
LOCATION:IET Birmingham: Austin Court\, 80 Cambridge Street\, Birmingham\, B1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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SUMMARY:Championing change: mentorship in action
DESCRIPTION:In the pursuit of gender equity and diversity\, mentorship plays a crucial role in developing the leaders of tomorrow. Join us for an exclusive event designed to explore the power of mentorship in driving organisational change. Focusing on the roles of both mentors and mentees\, we’ll provide actionable insights on how to structure successful mentorship programmes that foster inclusion\, elevate talent and empower individuals in the workplace. \nThrough the lens of WISE member organisations\, we will highlight real-world success stories\, offer practical tools for structuring mentorships\, and examine how feedback loops can enhance the experience for both mentors and mentees. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how allyship can be embedded into mentorship practices\, enabling lasting positive impact across your organisation. \nRegister now
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/championing-change-mentorship-in-action/
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SUMMARY:Inclusive leadership: why it’s your competitive advantage
DESCRIPTION:Discover why inclusive leadership is the key driving force behind innovation in STEM. Join WISE for a 60-minute interactive session packed with insights\, practical tips\, and strategies to help current and aspiring leaders push team performance and cultural change. \n\n\n\nLeaders play a pivotal role in creating environments where everyone feels valued\, respected\, and empowered to contribute. Inclusive leadership goes beyond policies – it’s about daily actions\, behaviours\, and the decisions that drive team performance and innovation. \n\n\n\nDrawing from our new full-day training\, this session explores how inclusive leadership directly impacts STEM environments. During this event we’ll show you how to become a strategic lever for cultural transformation\, by introducing you to key concepts that will help you: \n\n\n\n• Build trust and engagement across diverse teams \n\n\n\n• Drive innovation through psychological safety and open communication \n\n\n\n• Reduce attrition by creating environments where everyone feels valued \n\n\n\nRegister below to reserve your spot today to take your first step toward building a STEM culture where everyone can thrive. \n\n\n\nRegister to attend >
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/inclusive-leadership-why-its-your-competitive-advantage/
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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SUMMARY:STEM Apprenticeships: Best Practice for Inclusive Recruitment and Retention
DESCRIPTION:TEAMS WEBINARJoin WISE and University of West of England (UWE) on 27 January 2026 for a collaborative online session focused on how industry and academia can make STEM apprenticeship programmes more inclusive. \n\n\n\nBringing together employers\, educators\, and advocates\, this event will explore how we can diversify STEM apprenticeships and showcase best practice in mentoring\, outreach\, and inclusive recruitment. You’ll get insights from UWE’s Office for Students funded Women in Industry project and hear from our panel of apprentices who will be sharing their personal experiences and ideas for change. \n\n\n\nCome and take part in meaningful discussions and leave with practical\, actionable strategies to drive lasting change in your organisation and across the STEM apprenticeship landscape. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all. \n\n\n\nBook your place > \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\n11:00 – Welcome\n\nKatherine Watson\, WISE (The IET)\n\n\n\nSimon Flenley\, University of West of England\n\n\n\n\n\n11:10 – Women in Industry: Findings and insights for best practice\n\nLaura Fogg-Rogers & Sarah Behenna\, University of West of England\n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 – Apprenticeship Panel: Discussion and Q&A\n\nAlexia Williams\, Rolls Royce\n\n\n\nKate Wheatley\, Rolls Royce\n\n\n\nCerise Mangat\, EDF Energy\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00 – Comfort Break\n\n\n\n12:10 – Tools for outreach: My Skills My Life\n\nShamineh Mavalvala\, WISE (The IET)\n\n\n\n\n\n12:30 – Employer benefits of apprenticeships\n\nAmelia Davies\, University of West of England\n\n\n\n\n\n12:40 – Next steps and closing remarks\n\nKatherine Watson\, WISE (The IET)\n\n\n\n\n\n13:00 – Close
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/stem-apprenticeships-best-practice-for-inclusive-recruitment-and-retention/
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SUMMARY:The power of giving: the women leading the charge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thought-provoking webinar as we celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 under the theme “Give to Gain.” This event will spotlight how altruism and collaboration can accelerate success for women in STEM—and how you can be part of that change. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\nA Dynamic Panel Discussion: Dawn Ohlson will lead an engaging conversation with trailblazing women in STEM who exemplify the power of giving back. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConfirmed Panelists: \n\n\n\n\nKaty Deacon – Engineer and accessibility advocate\, passionate about creating inclusive solutions.\n\n\n\nAnni Feng – Dedicated volunteer with expertise in digital and design for healthcare innovation.\n\n\n\nKimberly Abbott – CEO and founder of Vested\, a company with a mission to ‘redefine millionaire to be a person who impacts millions of lives’ through leveraging data-driven impact.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Takeaways for You: \n\n\n\n\nDiscover how volunteering and collaboration can open doors for career growth and innovation.\n\n\n\nLearn actionable ways to support diversity and inclusion in STEM.\n\n\n\nGain insights into building networks that empower individuals and communities.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInteractive Experience: \n\n\n\nWe’re flipping the script! In the spirit of “Give to Gain\,” our panellist’s will ask you questions. Expect live polls\, word clouds\, and quizzes that put you at the centre of the conversation. Your voice matters—come ready to share and learn. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend? This is an open to all webinar which is a great opportunity for STEM students and professionals of all levels to learn from an experienced panel of STEM role models. \n\n\n\nDiscover the power of giving back – and how it transforms careers and communities. Register now to reserve your front-row seat. \n\n\n\nRegister to attend >
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/the-power-of-giving-the-women-leading-the-charge/
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SUMMARY:Ask the experts: taking employee resource groups from launch to legacy
DESCRIPTION:Employee Resources Groups (ERGs) are powerful drivers of inclusion\, belonging\, and cultural change in the workplace-but how do turn that vision into a legacy that lasts?  \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exciting\, expert-led session where experienced ERG leaders share their insights\, lessons learned\, and strategies to help your ERGs grow into impactful communities that thrive for years to come.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect: \n\n\n\n\nWelcome and introductions: why ERGs matter now more than ever\n\n\n\nExpert insights: lessons learnt and key takeaways from seasoned leaders\n\n\n\nPanel discussion: good practice for growth and sustainability\n\n\n\nLive audience Q&A: your chance to engage and learn from the experts\n\n\n\nClosing remarks: next steps and resources to keep your ERGs thriving\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho’s it for: \n\n\n\n\nHR & EDI professionals: those responsible for EDI strategies who want to support or start ERGs\n\n\n\nCurrent EG leaders or members: people already running ERGs who want to improve engagement and impact\n\n\n\nPeople managers and senior leaders\n\n\n\nEngagement and communications managers or partners\n\n\n\n\nSecure your spot by registering below to learn how to take your ERGs from launch to legacy.  \n\n\n\nRegister to attend >
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/ask-the-experts-taking-employee-resource-groups-from-launch-to-legacy/
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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SUMMARY:Allyship in the workplace
DESCRIPTION:IET Stevenage: Futures Place \nDesigned for professionals and teams how want to learn how to be an effective ally and create a work STEM workplace where everyone can thrive. \nRegister now > \nAbout \nDuring this 7 hour course\, you’ll explore what it truly means to be an ally and how your everyday actions can help build a more inclusive\, supportive workplace – especially for women and underrepresented groups in STEM. Through open conversations\, hands-on activities\, and personal reflection\, you’ll gain the tools to challenge bias\, understand privilege\, and lead with empathy. \nThis isn’t just about learning – it’s about doing. By the end of the session\, you’ll walk away with clear\, actionable steps to become a more confident and impactful ally in your team and organisation. \nWho should attend?  \nThis course is designed for HR professionals\, hiring managers\, recruiters\, and EDI practitioners working in STEM industries or academia. It’s also ideal for recruitment agencies\, senior leaders\, and anyone involved in sourcing or selecting candidates for STEM roles. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). \nOn this course you will learn to: \n\nUnderstand what allyship means in practice\nAssess your own allyship journey\nSpot and overcome barriers\nRecognise bias and privilege in workplace dynamics\nIdentify how intersectionality can shape individual experiences\nUse the ABC Model of Allyship to take meaningful action\nReflect on personal behaviours and growth\nEngage in open\, honest dialogue\nTake your actionable next steps\n\nWho should attend?  \nThis course is designed for team leaders\, STEM professionals\, and HR or EDI practitioners who want practical\, evidence-based strategies to build inclusive workplaces and become effective allies. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). \nProgramme \nTopics covered \n\nDefining allyship in the workplace\nThe Allyship Continuum and self-assessment\nBarriers to effective allyship\nBias and privilege\nIntersectionality and its impact in STEM\nThe ABC Model of Allyship\nReal-world examples and case studies\nPersonal reflection and commitment to action\n\nCourse objectives \n\nBuild a clear understanding of allyship and its role in inclusion\nHelp participants assess and advance their allyship journey\nRaise awareness of bias\, privilege\, and intersectionality\nEquip attendees with practical tools to support inclusive behaviours\nEncourage self-reflection and personal accountability\nEmpower participants to take meaningful action in their teams and organisations\n\n In-company training \nThis training course can be delivered in-house at your company premises\, either with an in-house trainer providing face-to-face learning or virtually using MS Teams. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGroup booking discount \n\n\n\nThe following discount codes are for member and non-member delegate registration only\, and not applicable for student bookings. \n\n\n\n10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17536GR3TO415% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17536GR5PLUS \n\n\n\nPlease note that payment must be made in full when registering. \n\n\n\nIf you need to pay for your group by proforma invoice\, please contact events@theiet.org
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/allyship-in-the-workplace-2/
LOCATION:IET Stevenage: Futures Place\, Kings Way\, Stevenage\, SG1 2UA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:WISE Leadership Development Programme
DESCRIPTION:LAUNCHING SUMMER 2026  |  UK-SPEC: C\,D\,E  |  SIX MONTH PROGRAMME  | CPD: 64 HOURS  |   ONLINE AND IN-PERSON \n\n\n\nDevelop your leadership potential through a new programme from the IET\, enriched by the expertise of WISE – now part of the IET family and recognised leaders in advancing women in STEM. \n\n\n\nThis 6-month cross-sector programme is designed specifically for women in STEM\, and new to or aspiring to leadership roles. \n\n\n\nDelivered with experienced leadership coaches\, senior mentors and industry experts\, this programme blends high impact in-person learning\, tailored coaching and cross-industry collaboration. \n\n\n\nThis programme will enable participants to step into leadership roles with clarity\, confidence\, credibility and purpose – while building the networks\, skills and visibility needed to progress. \n\n\n\n\nRegister your place >\n\n\n\n\nTechnical experts \n\n\n\nDelivered by an expert team of trainers and coaches\, including our WISE delivery team. WISE has over 40 years of experience supporting women in STEM. \n\n\n\nKey learning objectives \n\n\n\n\nBuild influential\, cross‑sector networks and purposeful professional relationships.\n\n\n\nLead with clarity\, confidence\, and impact in diverse and challenging environments.\n\n\n\nCommunicate expertise and values with authority—becoming visible ambassadors for inclusive leadership.\n\n\n\nUse personal stories authentically to inspire\, influence\, and support others.\n\n\n\nRecognise and challenge workplace biases while modelling everyday inclusive behaviours.\n\n\n\nDevelop strategies and plans that support wellbeing\, navigate work–life demands\, and drive career progression.\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend \n\n\n\nThis course is specifically tailored for women in STEM who are new to or aspiring to leadership roles. This course is designed for those who wish to build their confidence\, positively influence workplace culture and accelerate their career progression. \n\n\n\nCourse programme \n\n\n\nA two-hour launch event – connect with your course leaders\, other participants and learn more about what the programme will entail. \n\n\n\nFour in-person\, full-day training sessions held at IET Stevenage: Futures Place: \n\n\n\n\nDay 1: Leading from within – building your confidence as a credible leader and understanding the power of your own story.\n\n\n\nDay 2: Influence and equity – providing the tools and techniques for you to challenge biases\, champion pay equity and lead everyday inclusion with confidence and clarity.\n\n\n\nDay 3: Career by design – empowering you to take ownership of your career and growth\, developing resilience.\n\n\n\nDay 4: Power and presence – equipping you to expand your reach\, raise your profile and inspire others.\n\n\n\n\nOnline post-programme day check-ins: small group discussions to embed learning and support real-world implementation. \n\n\n\nFive 1:1 coaching sessions – tailored support from highly experienced leadership and executive coaches. \n\n\n\nA half-day celebration event held at IET London: Savoy Place: recognising your achievements throughout the year and preparing you for the next steps on your leadership journey and meeting with cross-sector leaders \n\n\n\nPost-programme mentoring opportunities and ongoing support\, community\, and connections.
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/wise-leadership-development-programme/
LOCATION:IET Stevenage: Futures Place\, Kings Way\, Stevenage\, SG1 2UA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Gender Equity Solvathon
DESCRIPTION:WISE Members – Free to attendNon-members – £129 \n\n\n\nRegister to attend > \n\n\n\nJoin this unique event to gain insights and tackle real challenge areas as highlighted in our 2025 Measuring Progress report\, and explore solutions to your EDI obstacles. \n\n\n\nThe fully interactive day will focus on practical actions and collaborative working\, to ensure that you learn from every person in the room and take an active role. \n\n\n\nBy taking part\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nCollaborate across industries to address key priorities identified in our WISE Gender Equity Diagnostic \n\n\n\nLearn from different perspectives to co-create solutions with real impact \n\n\n\nExplore practical actions that can accelerate EDI progress \n\n\n\nBuild connections with peers dedicated to positive culture change \n\n\n\nGain insights into challenge areas highlighted in our 2025 Measuring Progress report \n\n\n\n\n You will end the day with action points and strategies to take back to work and continue to shape the future of inclusive culture in STEM environments. \n\n\n\nExplore situations to create better outcomes \n\n\n\nPart of the day will be dedicated to exploring some common workplace stumbling blocks around gender equality\, and discussing potential action points. It gives you a safe space to consider varying points of view and talk through potential outcomes\, leading to positive actions that you can take back to your workplace.  \n\n\n\nKey learning points include: \n\n\n\n\nBuild an optimal business case and a longer-term policy to support the development of talented women in your workplace\n\n\n\nEngage more women with transferable skills as STEM professionals\, and create welcoming entry points into the sector\n\n\n\nUnderstand how supervisors can role model psychologically safe behaviours\n\n\n\nSupport teams to shift away from exclusionary “banter culture” without banning humour altogether\n\n\n\nRecognise the systemic barriers which prevent women progressing and apply targeted investment to correct these\n\n\n\nGrasp how leaders can champion and role model inclusive career transition pathways\n\n\n\nBuild collaborative\, supportive STEM environments for women of all ages\, where development at all career stages is taken seriously  \n\n\n\n\nRegister \n\n\n\nDon’t miss your chance to be part of this unique Knowledge Sharing Event. \n\n\n\nRegister to attend >   \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n10am – Registration and refreshments \n\n\n\n10:30am – Welcome and introduction \n\n\n\n11am – Solvathon session 1: scenario \n\n\n\n\nFacilitator introduction and small group icebreaker \n\n\n\nScenario briefing\n\n\n\nChallenge explanation \n\n\n\n\n12:15pm – Lunch and informal networking \n\n\n\n1:15pm – Solvathon Session2: 1:1 Discussion of ideas between groups  \n\n\n\n1:45pm – Solvathon Session 3: Refine solution \n\n\n\n2:30pm – Break and refreshments \n\n\n\n2:50pm – Session 4: Solution pitches \n\n\n\n3:40pm – Wrap-up and close: Closing remarks from the host and call to action
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/gender-equity-solvathon/
LOCATION:IET Birmingham: Austin Court\, 80 Cambridge Street\, Birmingham\, B1 2NP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Recruiting inclusively in STEM
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL ONLINE \nDesigned for professionals and teams involved in recruiting for STEM roles who want to embed equity and inclusion into their hiring practices. \nRegister now > \nAbout \nLearn how to build fairer\, more inclusive recruitment practices in STEM – whether you are a hiring manager\, HR or EDI professional or just looking to understand what your organisation could do differently. \nThrough practical tools\, real-life examples\, and hands-on exercises\, you’ll leave with clear strategies to attract diverse talent and embed equity into your hiring process. Enabling you to make inclusive recruitment the standard\, not the exception. \n\nRecognise how bias and stereotype impact recruitment decisions and outcomes\nIdentify exclusionary practices – from job design to onboarding\nWrite inclusive job adverts and person specifications to attract diverse talent\nApply practical tool to ensure fair shortlisting\, interviewing\, and selection\nMeet the legal obligations under the Equality Act 2010\nBuild confidence in engaging underrepresented talent pools\nImprove accessibility to across the various recruitment stages\nDevelop actionable strategies from real-life examples and exercises\n\nWho should attend?  \nThis course is designed for HR professionals\, hiring managers\, recruiters\, and EDI practitioners working in STEM industries or academia. It’s also ideal for recruitment agencies\, senior leaders\, and anyone involved in sourcing or selecting candidates for STEM roles. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). \nProgramme \nTopics covered \n\nThe impact of bias and stereotypes in recruitment\nLegal context: Equality Act 2010 and compliance\nInclusive job design\, advertising\, and language\nFair shortlisting\, interviewing\, and selection practices\nEngaging underrepresented talent pools\nPractical tools and strategies for inclusive hiring\n\nCourse objectives \n\nRecognise and reduce bias in recruitment processes to support fair and equitable hiring in STEM roles.\nApply inclusive strategies across the full recruitment cycle—from job design to onboarding.\nBuild confidence and capability to attract\, engage\, and retain diverse talent using practical tools and real-world examples.\n\n In-company training \nThis training course can be delivered in-house at your company premises\, either with an in-house trainer providing face-to-face learning or virtually using MS Teams. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGroup booking discount \n\n\n\nThe following discount codes are for member and non-member delegate registration only\, and not applicable for student bookings. \n\n\n\n10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17533GR3TO415% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17533GR5PLUS \n\n\n\nPlease note that payment must be made in full when registering. \n\n\n\nIf you need to pay for your group by proforma invoice\, please contact events@theiet.org
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/recruiting-inclusively-in-stem-2/
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SUMMARY:My Skills My Life Ambassador training course
DESCRIPTION:Designed for STEM professionals who want to inspire the next generation to pursue a career in STEM. \n\n\n\nPricing \n\n\n\nEarly bird pricesMember – £299Non-member – £399Standard prices ember – £399Non-member – £499 \n\n\n\nRegister to attend > \n\n\n\nAbout \n\n\n\nThe My Skills My Life Ambassador training is a hands-on session designed to equip STEM professionals with the skills and confidence to deliver impactful outreach to young people\, especially girls. \n\n\n\nParticipants learn how to use the My Skills My Life resource\, develop inclusive and engaging sessions\, and recognise themselves as role models who can inspire future STEM talent. The workshop also includes bias awareness\, public speaking practice\, and provides ambassador support and impact tracking. \n\n\n\nOn this course you will: \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to run a My Skills My Life session\n\n\n\nDiscover the impact role models can have on young people\n\n\n\nUnderstand how to use the My Skills My Life platform and recourses\n\n\n\nExplore the career personality quiz and role model matching\n\n\n\nLearn how bias affects young people’s perceptions of STEM\n\n\n\nRecognize yourself as a STEM role model\n\n\n\nBuild confidence to speak publicly and lead STEM outreach sessions\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend?  \n\n\n\nIdeal for anyone passionate about inspiring the next generation of STEM talent and driving inclusive outreach. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your outreach journey\, this training will equip you with the tools\, confidence\, and resources to make a lasting impact. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).  \n\n\n\nSpeaker \n\n\n\nShamineh Mavalvala \n\n\n\nWISE Delivery and Outreach Specialist \n\n\n\nProgramme \n\n\n\nTopics covered \n\n\n\n\nUsing the My Skills My Life resource\n\n\n\nPlanning and delivering your outreach sessions\n\n\n\nThe important of role models\n\n\n\nPositioning yourself as a role model\n\n\n\nBias awareness and mitigation\n\n\n\nDeveloping essential skills\n\n\n\nAccessing ongoing support as ambassador\n\n\n\n\nCourse objectives \n\n\n\n\nDeliver engaging sessions using the MSML platform and personality quiz\n\n\n\nShare your story as a relatable role model\n\n\n\nAddress bias and build inclusive outreach experiences\n\n\n\nDevelop public speaking\, leadership\, and storytelling skills\n\n\n\nTrack your impact and access ongoing support through our ambassador platform\n\n\n\n\nIn-company training \n\n\n\nThis training course can be delivered in-house at your company premises\, either with an in-house trainer providing face-to-face learning or virtually using MS Teams. Discover the benefits of letting us bring our courses to you\, please complete this form and one of our team will be in touch to discuss your requirements. \n\n\n\nGroup booking discount \n\n\n\nThe following discount codes are for member and non-member delegate registration only\, and not applicable for student bookings. \n\n\n\n10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17528GR3TO415% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17528GR5PLUS \n\n\n\nPlease note that payment must be made in full when registering. \n\n\n\nIf you need to pay for your group by proforma invoice\, please contact events@theiet.org.
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/my-skills-my-life-ambassador-training-course/
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SUMMARY:Foundations of diversity and inclusion: understanding and mitigating bias in STEM workplaces
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL ONLINE \nDesigned for professionals and teams how want to learn how to be an effective ally and create a work STEM workplace where everyone can thrive. \nRegister now > \nAbout \nLearn the\, essential principles of Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion (EDI)\, with a sharp focus on recognising and mitigating bias in STEM environments. Ideal for individuals at all levels—especially those new to EDI—this session fosters awareness\, reflection\, and practical action. \nLed by Lucy Leonard\, the course blends foundational EDI knowledge with real-world strategies to interrupt bias\, promote allyship\, and create equitable workplaces. Participants will leave empowered to support inclusive cultures and become agents of meaningful change. \nOn this course you will: \n\nUnderstand key EDI concepts including bias\, privilege\, and allyship\nExplore UK legal and organisational frameworks such as the Equality Act\nRecognise how bias shows up in STEM workplaces and its impact on teams\nReflect on personal experiences of privilege and bias through guided activities\nIdentify the effects of exclusionary behaviours and microaggressions on innovation\nLearn practical strategies for inclusive communication and real-time bias interruption\nDevelop a personal action plan to support inclusive practices in your role\n\nWho should attend?  \nIdeal for professionals across STEM organisations—including team leaders\, HR\, EDI\, and L&D specialists—who are shaping inclusive culture\, managing teams\, or working in male-dominated environments. Suitable for staff at any level looking to build inclusive skills or prepare for leadership. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). \nProgramme\nTopics covered \n\nCore concepts of Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)\nUnderstanding bias\, privilege\, and allyship\nLegal and organisational EDI frameworks (e.g.\, Equality Act)\nBias in STEM workplaces and its impact\nMicroaggressions and exclusionary behaviours\nInclusive communication and real-time bias interruption\nPersonal reflection and action planning\n\nCourse objectives \n\nDefine key EDI terminology and principles\nRecognise how bias manifests in STEM environments\nReflect on personal experiences of privilege and bias\nUnderstand the impact of exclusion on team dynamics and innovation\nApply strategies for inclusive communication and allyship\nBegin developing a personal plan for inclusive practice\n\n In-company training \nThis training course can be delivered in-house at your company premises\, either with an in-house trainer providing face-to-face learning or virtually using MS Teams. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGroup booking discount \n\n\n\nThe following discount codes are for member and non-member delegate registration only\, and not applicable for student bookings. \n\n\n\n10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17538GR3TO415% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17538GR5PLUS \n\n\n\nPlease note that payment must be made in full when registering. \n\n\n\nIf you need to pay for your group by proforma invoice\, please contact events@theiet.org
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/foundations-of-diversity-and-inclusion-understanding-and-mitigating-bias-in-stem-workplaces/
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SUMMARY:My Skills My Life Ambassador Training
DESCRIPTION:IET Stevenage: Futures Place \nDesigned for STEM professionals who want to inspire the next generation to pursue a career in STEM. \nRegister now > \nAbout \nThe My Skills My Life Ambassador training is a hands-on session designed to equip STEM professionals with the skills and confidence to deliver impactful outreach to young people\, especially girls. \nParticipants learn how to use the My Skills My Life resource\, develop inclusive and engaging sessions\, and recognise themselves as role models who can inspire future STEM talent. The workshop also includes bias awareness\, public speaking practice\, and provides ambassador support and impact tracking. \nOn this course you will: \n\nLearn how to run a My Skills My Life session\nDiscover the impact role models can have on young people\nUnderstand how to use the My Skills My Life platform and recourses\nExplore the career personality quiz and role model matching\nLearn how bias affects young people’s perceptions of STEM\nRecognise yourself as a STEM role model\nBuild confidence to speak publicly and lead STEM outreach sessions\n\nWho should attend?  \nIdeal for anyone passionate about inspiring the next generation of STEM talent and driving inclusive outreach. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your outreach journey\, this training will equip you with the tools\, confidence\, and resources to make a lasting impact. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).  \nSpeaker \nShamineh Mavalvala \nWISE Delivery and Outreach Specialist \nProgramme \nTopics covered \n\nUsing the My Skills My Life resource\nPlanning and delivering your outreach sessions\nThe important of role models\nPositioning yourself as a role model\nBias awareness and mitigation\nDeveloping essential skills\nAccessing ongoing support as ambassador\n\nCourse objectives \n\nDeliver engaging sessions using the MSML platform and personality quiz\nShare your story as a relatable role model\nAddress bias and build inclusive outreach experiences\nDevelop public speaking\, leadership\, and storytelling skills\nTrack your impact and access ongoing support through our ambassador platform\n\n  \nIn-company training \nThis training course can be delivered in-house at your company premises\, either with an in-house trainer providing face-to-face learning or virtually using MS Teams. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGroup booking discount \n\n\n\nThe following discount codes are for member and non-member delegate registration only\, and not applicable for student bookings. \n\n\n\n10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17528GR3TO415% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17528GR5PLUS \n\n\n\nPlease note that payment must be made in full when registering. \n\n\n\nIf you need to pay for your group by proforma invoice\, please contact events@theiet.org
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/my-skills-my-life-ambassador-training-2/
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SUMMARY:Foundations of diversity and inclusion: understanding and mitigating bias in STEM workplaces
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL ONLINE \nDesigned for professionals and teams how want to learn how to be an effective ally and create a work STEM workplace where everyone can thrive. \nRegister now > \nAbout \nLearn the\, essential principles of Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion (EDI)\, with a sharp focus on recognising and mitigating bias in STEM environments. Ideal for individuals at all levels—especially those new to EDI—this session fosters awareness\, reflection\, and practical action. \nLed Dr Athina Frantzana\, the course blends foundational EDI knowledge with real-world strategies to interrupt bias\, promote allyship\, and create equitable workplaces. Participants will leave empowered to support inclusive cultures and become agents of meaningful change. \nOn this course you will: \n\nUnderstand key EDI concepts including bias\, privilege\, and allyship\nExplore UK legal and organisational frameworks such as the Equality Act\nRecognise how bias shows up in STEM workplaces and its impact on teams\nReflect on personal experiences of privilege and bias through guided activities\nIdentify the effects of exclusionary behaviours and microaggressions on innovation\nLearn practical strategies for inclusive communication and real-time bias interruption\nDevelop a personal action plan to support inclusive practices in your role\n\nWho should attend?  \nIdeal for professionals across STEM organisations—including team leaders\, HR\, EDI\, and L&D specialists—who are shaping inclusive culture\, managing teams\, or working in male-dominated environments. Suitable for staff at any level looking to build inclusive skills or prepare for leadership. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). \nProgramme \nTopics covered \n\nCore concepts of Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)\nUnderstanding bias\, privilege\, and allyship\nLegal and organisational EDI frameworks (e.g.\, Equality Act)\nBias in STEM workplaces and its impact\nMicroaggressions and exclusionary behaviours\nInclusive communication and real-time bias interruption\nPersonal reflection and action planning\n\nCourse objectives \n\nDefine key EDI terminology and principles\nRecognise how bias manifests in STEM environments\nReflect on personal experiences of privilege and bias\nUnderstand the impact of exclusion on team dynamics and innovation\nApply strategies for inclusive communication and allyship\nBegin developing a personal plan for inclusive practice\n\n In-company training \nThis training course can be delivered in-house at your company premises\, either with an in-house trainer providing face-to-face learning or virtually using MS Teams. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGroup booking discount \n\n\n\nThe following discount codes are for member and non-member delegate registration only\, and not applicable for student bookings. \n\n\n\n10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17537GR3TO415% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17537GR5PLUS \n\n\n\nPlease note that payment must be made in full when registering. \n\n\n\nIf you need to pay for your group by proforma invoice\, please contact events@theiet.org
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/foundations-of-diversity-and-inclusion-understanding-and-mitigating-bias-in-stem-workplaces-2/
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SUMMARY:Allyship in the workplace
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL ONLINE \nDesigned for professionals and teams how want to learn how to be an effective ally and create a work STEM workplace where everyone can thrive. \nRegister now > \nAbout \nDuring this 7 hour course\, you’ll explore what it truly means to be an ally and how your everyday actions can help build a more inclusive\, supportive workplace – especially for women and underrepresented groups in STEM. Through open conversations\, hands-on activities\, and personal reflection\, you’ll gain the tools to challenge bias\, understand privilege\, and lead with empathy. \nThis isn’t just about learning – it’s about doing. By the end of the session\, you’ll walk away with clear\, actionable steps to become a more confident and impactful ally in your team and organisation. \nWho should attend?  \nThis course is designed for HR professionals\, hiring managers\, recruiters\, and EDI practitioners working in STEM industries or academia. It’s also ideal for recruitment agencies\, senior leaders\, and anyone involved in sourcing or selecting candidates for STEM roles. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). \nOn this course you will learn to: \n\nUnderstand what allyship means in practice\nAssess your own allyship journey\nSpot and overcome barriers\nRecognise bias and privilege in workplace dynamics\nIdentify how intersectionality can shape individual experiences\nUse the ABC Model of Allyship to take meaningful action\nReflect on personal behaviours and growth\nEngage in open\, honest dialogue\nTake your actionable next steps\n\nWho should attend?  \nThis course is designed for team leaders\, STEM professionals\, and HR or EDI practitioners who want practical\, evidence-based strategies to build inclusive workplaces and become effective allies. This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). \nProgramme \nTopics covered \n\nDefining allyship in the workplace\nThe Allyship Continuum and self-assessment\nBarriers to effective allyship\nBias and privilege\nIntersectionality and its impact in STEM\nThe ABC Model of Allyship\nReal-world examples and case studies\nPersonal reflection and commitment to action\n\nCourse objectives \n\nBuild a clear understanding of allyship and its role in inclusion\nHelp participants assess and advance their allyship journey\nRaise awareness of bias\, privilege\, and intersectionality\nEquip attendees with practical tools to support inclusive behaviours\nEncourage self-reflection and personal accountability\nEmpower participants to take meaningful action in their teams and organisations\n\n In-company training \nThis training course can be delivered in-house at your company premises\, either with an in-house trainer providing face-to-face learning or virtually using MS Teams. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGroup booking discount \n\n\n\nThe following discount codes are for member and non-member delegate registration only\, and not applicable for student bookings. \n\n\n\n10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17536GR3TO415% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17536GR5PLUS \n\n\n\nPlease note that payment must be made in full when registering. \n\n\n\nIf you need to pay for your group by proforma invoice\, please contact events@theiet.org
URL:https://www.wisecampaign.org.uk/event/allyship-in-the-workplace/
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