We connect British and Dutch higher education institutes to exchange knowledge and create new connections. We do this through facilitating policy dialogues, webinars and events on topics of mutual interest.
Our next Knowledge Exchange discussion will be on the topic of creating an inclusive environment in Higher Education and will be held on 16 March 2023. A panel from Netherlands and United Kingdom will share their experience. All participants will also be able to give their input into the discussion.
The event will include a screening of one of the Five Films for Freedom. Five Films for Freedom is a British Council partnership with BFI Flare in which people are encouraged to watch the films in solidarity with LGBTIQ+ communities, particularly in places where freedom and equal rights are limited in recognition of the fact that Love is a Human Right.
Panel members
- Dr Machiel Keestra, Central Diversity Officer, University of Amsterdam
- Dr Khadija Mohammed, Associate Dean of EDI, University of the West of Scotland
- Jill Stevenson, Dean of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Director of Student Services, University of Stirling
- Elena Valbusa, Diversity Officer, Hogeschool Utrecht
Programme
14:00 - 14:30 Arrival
14:30 - 14:45 Welcome, opening and scene setting
14:45 - 15:00 Five Films for Freedom screening
15:00 - 16:00 Presentations by panel members
16:00 - 16:15 Break
16:15 - 17:15 Moderated discussion
17:15 - 17:30 Final questions and closing remarks
17:30 - 19:00 Drink reception
19:00 Close
The panel discussion is aimed at Diversity Officers in Higher Education. To register for the event please complete online registration form.