Brad-ATTAIN 2026 Legacy Event

The University of Bradford invites you to the Brad-ATTAIN Legacy Event 2026. A day of celebration, reflection, and learning that marks the legacy and impact of the Brad-ATTAIN programme over the past four years.

Hear from students, staff, and partners about research journeys, lived experiences, and the future of equlity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in higher education.

Don’t miss out: March 10th, 2026, at 9:00 AM (Europe/London), as we celebrate the legacy of Brad-ATTAIN.

Where: 1 Forster Ct, Bradford BD1 4TY

Register today to celebrate and reflect with us:

Brad-ATTAIN

Bradford Pathways to Academia for Minoritised Ethnicities (Brad-ATTAIN) is a £4.3m project based in the University of Bradford, which will bring together partners from across the region through positive action to enhance research engagement amongst Black, Asian, and ethnic minoritised cohorts. Consisting of various programmes to increase access and participation of research for UK Black, Asian and ethnically minoritised students, Brad-ATTAIN has something for not only people considering a PhD, but all levels of University of Bradford students, research faculty and even alumni (depending on the programme).

What to Expect

• Brad-ATTAIN context: Insights from Kath Bridger, Dr Krzysztof Paluch, and Professor Peter Gardner, University of Bradford

• Keynote address from Professor Kehinde Andrews, Birmingham City University

• Hear insights from Brad-ATTAIN students and supervisory teams

• Interactive and Reflective Sessions

• Networking Opportunities

• Celebration of Achievements

• Future Directions

This event will celebrate the achievements of Brad-ATTAIN, reflect on its impact, and explore how equlity, diversity, and inclusion can continue to grow in higher education.

Programme

9:30 Welcome: Dr Tiffany R Holloman & Lenka Kaur, University of Bradford

09:40-09:55 Opening Remarks: Professor Udy Archibong, Pro Vice Chancellor, University of Bradford

10:00-10:45 Keynote: Professor Kehinde Andrews, Birmingham City University

10:45-11:15 Brad-ATTAIN Context: Kath Bridger, Dr Krzysztof Paluch and Professor Peter Gardner, University of Bradford

11:15-12:00 Spill the Tea!

12:00-13:00 Lunch and exhibition

13:00-13:20 Spotlight presentation

13:20-13:55 Academic Panel with Brad-ATTAIN Studentship Holders and Supervisory Teams

14:00-14:35 Experience Panel on the Importance of Internships and Placements

14:35-14:50 Comfort Break

14:50-14:55 Competition Results Announcement

14:55-15:30: Embedding Legacy: University of Bradford, Emerald Publishing, Bradford Council, OfS and Research England

15:30-15:45 Closing Remarks: Professor Udy Archibong, PVC of EDI, University of Bradford

Contact Information

Key Contacts

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone: +44 (0)1274 232239 (University Switchboard for Centre for Inclusion and Diversity)

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