Photo of Fred alongside a quotation from him which reads "The wealth of perspectives and experience from the other participants really helped me move forward"
We recently spoke to White Rose Prosper alumnus Dr Fred Wilson-Spencer about his experience of the @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social programme and how it shaped his career decisions.
Read the interview here: whiterose.ac.uk/news/spotlig...
An independent evaluation of the first two cohorts of our Equity in Leadership programme shows the real impact of inclusive leadership development in higher education. Read our news story to find out more: whiterose.ac.uk/news/indepen...
Our February newsletter is packed full of stories and useful links – from a look back at our recent events including the British Academy regional network launch and Women Connect conference, to updates on White Rose projects and upcoming activities.
👉 Read it here: mailchi.mp/d3c41b47ce63...
Join us on 18 March in Leeds for a new event, Supporting Careers and Community for Mature PGRs. This dedicated event will bring postgraduate researchers who began their PhD aged 25 or over to explore career pathways, future planning and peer connection.
👉 whiterose.ac.uk/event/suppor...
We’re hiring an Engagement and Communications Manager to help shape how White Rose shares its impact across higher education. Interested - or know someone who would be a great fit?
👉 whiterose.ac.uk/news/job-opp...
⏰ Apply by 24 Feb
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We welcomed our new White Rose @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social cohort this week for their first day together - reflecting on career direction, exploring strengths and skills, and discussing pathways, barriers and mentors. A great start to the journey!
The @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social scribes from the @britishacademy.bsky.social ECRN regional launch in York were so good they deserve their own moment!
A brilliant visual snapshot of the conversations and ideas shaping the network. 👏
👉 Check them out here: whiterose.ac.uk/news/a-visua...
Participants watching a speaker introduce the event in the impressive York Guildhall, with a beautiful stained glass window behind the slides.
Researchers from across Yorkshire and the Humber came together in York recently to launch the @britishacademy.bsky.social Early Career Researcher Network regional cluster. Great conversations, new connections, and an exciting start for the network in our region.
👉 whiterose.ac.uk/news/early-c...
Thank you to everyone who’s already shared their experiences for our project on returning to research after parental leave across Leeds, Sheffield and York. There’s still time to contribute - we’d love to hear from researchers and research leaders before 7 February: whiterose.ac.uk/news/eoi-sup...
Looking forward to the @britishacademy.bsky.social Early Career Researcher Network Yorkshire & Humber Cluster launch today in York. Excited for conversations on community-building, career development, funding, and public engagement - and to connect with ECRs from across the region.
Thank you to our new Equity in Leadership Advisory Group, who will shape this year’s EIL alumni development days:
⭐Sally Chan and Jas Singh (Leeds)
⭐Robert Akparibo and Baris Çelik (Sheffield)
⭐Rukmal Abeysekera and Karisha George (York)
More about EIL 👉 whiterose.ac.uk/what-we-do/c...
This month marks a leadership handover at the White Rose Consortium. Professor Charlie Jeffery reflects on the Consortium’s progress as he steps down as Board Chair, and Professor Shearer West shares her priorities as she takes on the role.
Read the Q&A here: whiterose.ac.uk/news/looking...
White Rose team updates, two opportunities to contribute to projects and the relaunch of the Yorkshire Technician Exchange Partnership - all in our January newsletter!
📬 Read online: mailchi.mp/9aac4010de42...
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Last chance to apply for the White Rose Crucible Programme. Don't miss the opportunity to expand your networks, build lasting collaborations, and rethink your research approach.
📅 Deadline: 11:59pm, 25 January 2026
👉 Find out more and apply now: whiterose.ac.uk/what-we-do/c...
Don't miss our session on Thursday at 9.35am at this year's REDS conference! We'll be presenting “Empowering Established Researchers to Both Access and Enable Cultures of Development".
Registration is still open here: redsconference.co.uk/2025/09/15/r...
An image of a black bowl repaired using the Japanese Kintsugi approach, with the White Rose logo overlaid and the text "help us understand how researchers experience returning from parental leave"
We’re inviting researchers and research leaders to share experiences of returning to research after parental leave - helping us understand what support really works in practice.
Open to researchers and those who support them across Leeds, Sheffield & York.
👉 whiterose.ac.uk/news/eoi-sup...
We need your help to build a practical resource for established and mid-career researchers across White Rose, grounded in real career experiences. Share a short reflection and help others navigate leadership, workload and progression.
Contribute here 👉 whiterose.ac.uk/news/contrib...
Kick off 2026 by investing in your research leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration skills! Our White Rose Crucible Programme is now open for applications - don't miss the opportunity to expand your networks and build lasting collaborations.
More info 👉 whiterose.ac.uk/what-we-do/c...
A big thank you to the White Rose community for another year of collaboration and shared learning. We’re carrying what we’ve learned into new projects launching in 2026.
👉 Explore some of our highlights of 2025: whiterose.ac.uk/news/2025-in...
We’ve published an update on White Rose work exploring support for established researchers, setting out priorities for next steps. We’ll be sharing and discussing this at the REDS Conference in January. Read more here: whiterose.ac.uk/news/new-fin...
Thrilled to share our second 2025 Crucible Seed Fund award: Breaking Bread, a project using storytelling to explore resilience in Yorkshire’s Alternative Food Networks. Congratulations to Lucy Prodgers, Truzaar Dordi & Rosario Michel-Villarreal!
🔗 Details: whiterose.ac.uk/news/white-r...
Delighted to announce one of our 2025 White Rose Crucible Seed Fund winners: a project exploring how systems—from brain networks to batteries and housing—recover from damage.
Congrats to Rebecca Jackson, Masoud Jabbari & Sahar Hofmann!
🔗 Read more: whiterose.ac.uk/news/white-r...
An end of year celebration for our Crucible and Equity in Leadership programmes, Crucible Seed Fund award announcements, project updates and community events - all in this month's newsletter!
📬 Read online: mailchi.mp/4cd3cf3d39ec...
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We're thrilled to be represented at the online Researcher Education and Development Scholarship Conference in January, talking about our recent project on empowering established researchers. Registration is free and open now. More details: redsconference.co.uk/2025/09/15/r...
A participant clapping during the celebration event
Great to bring together participants from the 2025 White Rose Crucible and Equity in Leadership programmes for a joint celebration at York this week. A fantastic day of connection, learning and reflection marking the completion of both programmes.
🔗 Event highlights: whiterose.ac.uk/news/white-r...
Don't forget to sign up for our online information session about the White Rose Crucible Programme which aims to support early career researchers transform their approach to research and collaboration.
Picture of Jihong Zhu alongside a quotation from him saying 'The programme helped to dismantle some of the imposter syndrome that can be a barrier for academics from minority backgrounds.'
In our latest interview, we talked to Dr Jihong Zhu from @york.ac.uk about his experience on the White Rose Equity in Leadership programme and why it’s so beneficial for aspiring leaders.
👉 Read the full interview here: whiterose.ac.uk/news/spotlig...
The Crucible Programme open for applications, an invitation to the launch of the British Academy ECR Network Yorkshire and Humber Cluster Launch, and a researcher profile - all in this month's newsletter!
📬 Read online: mailchi.mp/f2a38d9a9fa5...
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Calling all White Rose ECRs in the humanities and social sciences! Join us for the launch of the British Academy ECR Network Yorkshire and Humber cluster in January - featuring panels, interactive sessions and networking.
👉 whiterose.ac.uk/event/ba-erc...
Our final invitation to quote closes this Sunday. Don't miss the opportunity to partner with us on this important work to support global majority ECRs navigating academia.
