This post challenges the tradition of name-rounds in large meetings and workshops, arguing they often fail to foster genuine connection. The post explores inclusive, purposeful alternatives that build comfort and engagement – without the awkwardness.
This post explores how reading poetry can support wellbeing by fostering emotional processing and resilience and offering a moment of calm, as well as supporting academic development.
The University of Manchester’s Parents, Carers and Guardians Network celebrate Eid with engaging activities, partner with Champions Basketball Club to promote family well-being through sport, and host another Lunch & Connect session to support parents and carers, fostering inclusion and community across the university.
Have you ever noticed something—a comment, a glance, or an action—that left you unsettled? Maybe it wasn’t overtly wrong, and if you told someone else, they might not understand why it bothered you. Even so, you felt it—that discomfort in your gut, telling you something wasn’t quite right. This is where being an Active Bystander matters.
My name’s Katie, and I am in autistic burnout. I’ve been a lecturer at UoM since 2017. I’m surrounded by wonderful colleagues, enthusiastic and talented students and have extremely supportive (and frequently delightfully weird) family and friends. I have a hen’s tooth of a job – I’m permanent! So why do I feel so awful?
You may have seen that The University of Manchester is now an Endometriosis Friendly Employer. If you’re searching for information on how to best support your team members, or are seeking support for yourself, please read on.
This month is Wellbeing Support Month in our EDI Calendar. Wellbeing underpins everything we do and impacts our ability to show up, be present and really thrive at work, at home and in all areas of our lives.
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