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October 2019

Tue 22	Academic leave: An overview and how different types should be applied [Places] 14:30 - 15:30 Old Schools, Syndicate Room This session is for staff in HR related roles and will provide an overview of different types of Academic Leave and how and in what circumstances they should be applied.
Tue 29	SPACE Network Event: Listening to Parents and Carers [Places] 12:30 - 13:30 17 Mill Lane, Meeting Room A The University’s SPACE network (supporting staff who are parents and carers), is holding 3 open meetings for current and new members to gain feedback on SPACE activities, events, topics etc. We are also looking for new network committee members to represent parents, carers from a range of staff groups and University sites.
	Welcome to LGBT+ Cambridge: Out at Cambridge [Places] 18:00 - 20:00 St Catharine's College, McGrath Centre Welcome to LGBT+ Cambridge: Out at Cambridge The LGBT+ Staff Network and lgbtQ+@cam invite you to the launch of 'Out at Cambridge’. Members of the lgbtQ+@cam team will present from their report describing LGBT+ staff and student experiences at Cambridge. Copies of the report will be available. Plus, find out what the University has to offer its LGBT+ staff and meet colleagues.
Thu 31	SPACE Network Event: Listening to Parents and Carers [Places] 12:30 - 13:30 Greenwich House, Cairo Room The University’s SPACE network (supporting staff who are parents and carers), is holding 3 open meetings for current and new members to gain feedback on SPACE activities, events, topics etc. We are also looking for new network committee members to represent parents, carers from a range of staff groups and University sites.

November 2019

Mon 4	SPACE Network Event: Listening to Parents and Carers [Places] 12:30 - 13:30 Clinical School, Seminar Room 13 The University’s SPACE network (supporting staff who are parents and carers), is holding 3 open meetings for current and new members to gain feedback on SPACE activities, events, topics etc. We are also looking for new network committee members to represent parents, carers from a range of staff groups and University sites.
Thu 7	Athena SWAN Support Session [Places] 11:00 - 12:30 Faculty of Law, G26 Supporting departments working towards Athena SWAN awards, this in-depth session will help with the different aspects of applying including data collection, analysis and action planning. E&D team members will help troubleshoot common problems and will share examples of best practice across the University.
	Employment Law Update [Places] 14:30 - 15:30 Postdoc Centre @ Eddington, Sanders Hall In this session, the Legal Services Office will provide staff in HR related roles with an employment law update, including the latest in case law and forthcoming legislation changes.
Mon 11	WSN: Talking About Money and More [Places] 12:30 - 13:30 University Information Services, Roger Needham Building, Huntingdon Room During the 'National Talk Money Week' (12-18 November) the University's Women's Staff Network is holding three events to present a simple toolkit and conversation guide about the financial moments that matter in women's lives. We will also seek feedback on WSN activities, events and topics.
Tue 12	Athena SWAN Smart Action Planning [Places] 11:00 - 12:30 Faculty of Law, G26 This session will help departments develop appropriate actions for the issues identified fro the self-assessment process and to make action plans SMART and effective tools for achieving gender equity.
Thu 14	WSN: Talking About Money and More [Places] 12:30 - 13:30 Institute of Criminology, Room B4 During the 'National Talk Money Week' (12-18 November) the University's Women's Staff Network is holding three events to present a simple toolkit and conversation guide about the financial moments that matter in women's lives. We will also seek feedback on WSN activities, events and topics.
	Immigration and 'Brexit' Update [Places] 13:30 - 14:30 Postdoc Centre @ Eddington, Sanders Hall This session is for staff in HR related roles and will provide an overview of recent changes to the UK immigration system for non-EEA nationals, and an update on ‘Brexit’. For the latter, practical guidance will be provided in respect of EU nationals and recruitment/immigration matters in the context of the ongoing Brexit negotiations.
Fri 15	WSN: Talking About Money and More [Places] 10:00 - 11:00 Clinical School, Seminar Room 13 During the 'National Talk Money Week' (12-18 November) the University's Women's Staff Network is holding three events to present a simple toolkit and conversation guide about the financial moments that matter in women's lives. We will also seek feedback on WSN activities, events and topics.
	Triggering Institutional Change: Update on the University's Work on Race and Racism [Places] 12:00 - 13:00 8 Mill Lane, Lecture Room 1 Come along to this event to find out about the approach and practical steps the University is taking to address racialised inequalities and the key priority areas to address. Learn about the University's Race Equality Action Plan, and the impact of implemented initiatives.
Tue 26	ICE : Where Do You Draw the Line? [Places] 14:00 - 16:00 Institute of Continuing Education, Board Room Delivered in a safe and supportive environment, this harassment prevention training offers individuals the opportunity to learn about the different factors that might create and perpetuate a work environment in which harassment and bullying occur, and strategies for how to address this.
Fri 29	Race Awareness Training [Places] 12:30 - 14:30 Sidgwick Site, Alison Richard Building, SG1 This will be an interactive workshop for those who would like to increase their understanding of race and racism. The aim of the session is not only to enhance participants' confidence in speaking about race but also to provide them with tools to reflect on their role in the circulation of racism, and to build their capacity to challenge racism.

December 2019

Tue 3	Conversations on Career Progression and Race [Places] 12:00 - 12:45 Cambridge University Library, Milstein Room Dr Yael Navaro, Reader in Social Anthrolopogy, and Hawa Sydique, Research and Communications Manager at the Cambridge Conservation Research Institute, will talk about their career experience and trajectory, the challenges faced and strategies for dealing with them. It will be an opportunity to discuss ideas that might help others in similar situations, and talk about ways of addressing institutional obstacles.
	Hidden Disabilities: Understanding the impact on staff, and how managers can help [Places] 12:00 - 13:00 8 Mill Lane, Lecture Room 2 INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES LECTURE Hidden Disabilities: Understanding the impact on staff, and how managers can help Join Dr Hisham Ziauddeen, Department of Psychiatry and University Disability and Wellbeing Champion, for a talk aiming to increase understanding and awareness of invisible disabilities. Attendees will learn about the impact on the mental health of those living with these conditions, and the importance of making reasonable adjustments.
Tue 10	ICE : Where Do You Draw the Line? [Places] 10:00 - 12:00 Institute of Continuing Education, Court Yard 1 Delivered in a safe and supportive environment, this harassment prevention training offers individuals the opportunity to learn about the different factors that might create and perpetuate a work environment in which harassment and bullying occur, and strategies for how to address this.
	Menopause Café - Judge Business School [Places] 11:00 - 12:00 Judge Business School Menopause Cafés exist to increase awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their friends, colleagues, and families. Anybody interested in sharing stories, experiences, and questions about menopause is welcome! Will be held in the Judge Business School Café on the second floor.
Wed 11	Menopause Café - Alison Richard Building [Places] 11:00 - 12:00 Sidgwick Site, Alison Richard Building, Atrium Menopause Cafés exist to increase awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their friends, colleagues, and families. Anybody interested in sharing stories, experiences, and questions about menopause is welcome! Will be held in the Alison Richard Building Café on the ground floor just past Reception.
Thu 12	Menopause Café - Clinical Schools [Places] 10:30 - 11:30 Clinical School, Cafe Menopause Cafés exist to increase awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their friends, colleagues, and families. Anybody interested in sharing stories, experiences, and questions about menopause is welcome!

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