NU-REN Summer Picnic
The Newcastle University Race Equality Network (NU-REN) hosted a summer social in the Urban Green café in Exhibition Park in July, organised by the NU-REN Events Team – Sajidah Saleem, Sanjana Medipally and Bunmi Eniola.
As the academic year came to a close, the aim of this event was to provide an opportunity for members and their families, colleagues and allies to come together to socialise and grow their network of peers across the University.
Gatherings and networks like NU-REN foster a sense of belonging and wellbeing at work and are a great way to connect to those around you.
Last month the network hosted a talk and discussion on navigating imposter syndrome facilitated by Dr Julie Scanlon, as part of their CPD offer. This sold-out event was open to all colleagues, with practical advice and suggestions to help ourselves and each other.
Upcoming activities
The network will be resuming their regular member coffee meets from October, details will be available on the NUREN website soon. The meets are casual drop-ins where you can chat, in confidence, with other NU-REN members and the leadership team, or just catch up with allies and friends. This year, the meets will have themes including book recommendations and mental health discussions to help frame each session and facilitate conversations.