EMS/LMS Unconscious Bias Workshop

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EMS/LMS Unconscious Bias Workshop

 04 Oct 2015

ICMS, 15 South College Street Edinburgh

Scientific Organiser

  • Natalia Bochkina, University of Edinburgh
  • Tara Brendle, University of Glasgow
  • Peter Clarkson, University of Kent
  • Penny Davies, University of Strathclyde

About:

Implicit or unconscious bias happens when our brains make quick judgements and assessments of people and situations without us realising. Our biases are influenced by our background, cultural environment and personal experiences. We may not be aware of these views and opinions, or be aware of their full impact and implications. Research has found that unconscious bias can heavily influence recruitment and selection decisions. This workshop aimed to explore the impact of unconscious bias and look at ways of addressing it.

Literature review on unconscious bias in higher education can be found here:
(http://www.ecu.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/unconscious-bias-and-higher-education.pdf).

The training session was provided by the Equality Challenge Unit. See here for more details.

Sponsors and Funders:

We are grateful to London Mathematical Society and Edinburgh Mathematical Society for sponsorship of the event.