Employer Board

That's Me! Employer Board

Meet our employer board

罢丑别听That鈥檚 Me!听Employer Board brings together a cross-sector network of regional employers and policy makers committed to breaking down barriers faced by Global Majority Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs). This collaborative network works across health, education and business, to create lasting, systemic change that improves access to and participation in postgraduate research for underrepresented communities.听

Shared commitments

While universities have a key role to play, equitable access to postgraduate research requires meaningful partnership with industry and policy influencers. By working together, the Board supports Global Majority PGRs in entering career pathways and thriving within them.听

The board aims to:

Eliminate听structural barriers to postgraduate research study for Global Majority communities.
Increase awareness of the value and contributions of Global Majority PGRs.听
Advance inclusive recruitment and workforce development practices.听
Provide tools to help employers benchmark and improve equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) strategies.

Contributions of the employer board

As part of their ongoing engagement with the听That鈥檚 Me!听initiative, Employer Board members contribute听in听a variety of ways that reflect their organisational pledges and commitment to long-term change:听

Sharing organisational learning and insights听to inform听equitable recruitment and retention practices across the region
Contributing to a better understanding of researcher experience, particularly the barriers and enablers affecting Global Majority postgraduate researchers
Supporting the development and uptake of inclusive policies and practices, drawing on real-world examples and strategic priorities
Promoting visibility of postgraduate research opportunities听within their organisations and through wider professional networks听

These contributions help to create a shared regional framework for inclusive postgraduate research and career progression, while also supporting internal organisational learning and EDI development.听

Employer spotlights

The That鈥檚 Me听project is about amplifying diverse voices and highlighting how employers are working to create fairer, more inclusive workplaces. The project not only showcases the lived experiences of individuals from the global majority, but also the role of leaders and organisations in driving structural change.

Explore our employer spotlights

Board members

We鈥檙e proud to be supported by a range of regional organisations across healthcare, education, and business:

Health Partners

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

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Arthur Terry Learning Partnership
City of Wolverhampton College
Greenheart Learning Partnership

Business & Policy Partners

Black Country Chamber of Commerce
Brandauer and Co Ltd
City of Wolverhampton Council
West Midlands Combined Authority
The Active Wellbeing Society

Want to get involved?

We welcome interest from regional employers who are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in research and workforce development. By partnering with听That鈥檚 Me!, your organisation can play an active role in shaping more inclusive postgraduate research pathways and benefiting from the talent, insight, and innovation of Global Majority researchers.

There are a range of ways to engage with the initiative, including:听

Sign up for the听Talent XChange听- A networking event connecting regional employers with Global Majority doctoral researchers through short, impactful conversations.听
Take part in our听Career Series: Beyond the Doctorate听- Join a panel, host a session, or share your career journey to help researchers explore life after the doctorate.听
Employer Spotlight听- Share your organisation鈥檚 story through a case study or interview feature, highlighting your commitment to inclusive practice and talent development.听

Whether you鈥檙e looking to contribute to events, share your experience, or explore new ways to attract diverse research talent, we鈥檇 love to hear from you.

To express interest or learn more, contact the That鈥檚 Me! team at听thatsme@bcu.ac.uk听or听kamaira.jones@bcu.ac.uk

The Talent Xchange: A networking event for global majority researchers and regional employers

We hosted a听dynamic speed networking event designed to connect postgraduate researchers from Global Majority backgrounds with regional employers across sectors including business, education, health, law, tech/digital, creative arts and community impact.听

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Find out more

Meet our employer engagement officer

Dr Kamaira Jones听听
Employer Engagement Officer, That鈥檚 Me!

As Employer Engagement Officer, Kami works closely with regional employers to understand their workforce needs and connect them with postgraduate researchers. She supports PGRs in exploring career pathways beyond academia, helping them translate their expertise into real-world impact. Through tailored guidance and events such as career seminars and networking sessions, Kami aims to equip postgraduate researchers with the skills and insight needed for successful transitions into the professional world.听

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