Interest: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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How Social Context Shapes SLT Practice: Inside City St George’s New “SLT and Society” Module
In this blog, Meriem Amer-El-Khedoud and Dr Helen Spicer-Cain introduce “SLT and Society”, a new module within City St George’s University’s BSc Speech and Language Therapy curriculum. They…
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Supporting International Nursing Students to ‘Arrive and Thrive’: Nurse Academics Launches a New Toolkit
This blog post is written by the Network of Internationally Educated Nurse Academics (NIENA) and explores how their Arrive and Thrive Toolkit supports international nursing students’ transition to…
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Dyslexia, Policy Change, and Equity: Considerations for Higher Education Providers
Introduction Let’s be blunt: hearing “this doesn’t feel like dyslexia” doesn’t feel like praise. It feels like assumptions being cast in a manner to discredit or devalue lived…
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Enabling Culture and Behaviour Change for Inclusive Learning Environments
In this blog, Noor Nixon, Project Lead at UWE Bristol, reflects on the nationwide impact and adoption of UWE Bristol’s Inclusive Training within Practice project, which provides resources…
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Inclusive Education for a Diverse Workforce
Dr Yetunde Dairo, Associate Professor of Physiotherapy at Buckinghamshire New University, shares insights from co-creating racial inclusivity resources in healthcare education and reflects on their potential to support…
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The Paramedic Diversity Project
We are excited to share our latest Equity Month 2025 case study from Coventry University showcasing an inspiring project to enhance access, retention, and career progression for Black,…
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Reframing Healthcare Imagery: A Call to Action
This NHSE-funded project’s mission is to develop a comprehensive and diverse image library that accurately reflects the communities we serve. Their current focus involves capturing a broad spectrum…
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Enhancing student experience and retention case study
We are excited to share our latest Equity Month 2025 case study from the School of Health and Care Sciences at the University of Lincoln, showcasing an inspiring…
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Unlocking Potential: How UK Universities Can Truly Support Mature Healthcare Students
This insightful blog by Andrew Lelliott, Qualified Registered Adult Nurse In Recovery/Anaesthetic, highlights the urgent need for UK universities to better support mature healthcare students, who often juggle…
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Embedding Neurodivergence Acceptance in Healthcare Education
In this blog, Ruby Handley-Stone, Professional Advisor for Education at the Royal College of Midwives, spotlights the Royal College of Midwives’ groundbreaking Neurodivergence Acceptance Toolkit, a resource designed…
Latest publications and briefings
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Principles for the use of Generative AI in healthcare education
The Council of Deans of Health has published the Principles for the use of Generative AI in Healthcare Education report as part of its Innovation…
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Briefing: UCAS Applicant Statistics for January 2026
The University and College Admissions Service (UCAS) has published a statistical release providing core numbers for the January equal consideration deadline 2026. The Council has published a briefing which summarises some of the key…
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AI Week: The Pedagogy of AI – Implications for healthcare education
Following the Council of Deans of Health’s 2025 Digital Summit, we are publishing this collaborative report with Elsevier which explores the evolving role of…
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Briefing: UCAS statistics on placed applicants 28 days after A-level and SQA results day 2025
UCAS has published data on confirmed places on undergraduate higher education courses 28 days after A-level results following the Clearing process. The full data…
Latest podcast episodes
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Over the past two decades, the health and care sector has experienced significant growth in the range of simulation techniques available, driven by advances in immersive technologies. The value of simulation lies in its ability to achieve intended outcomes in ways that may not be as easily or safely accomplished through traditional educational or practice-based…
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This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores how education providers can embed the principles of co-production into the design and delivery of simulation-based education. Speakers will unpack what co-production means, why it matters, and the benefits it brings, alongside practical tips for overcoming common challenges. There will also be an opportunity to reflect on ASPiH standards…
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This Innovation Month 2026 podcast explores the importance of interprofessional education (IPE), an approach that brings together students from a range of disciplines to learn collaboratively and develop the skills essential for effective practice. Recognised for strengthening teamwork, communication, IPE continues to play a vital role in preparing students for integrated, person‑centred care. In this…
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This podcast critically explores bias in AI, particularly within the context of healthcare education. It unpacks what “bias” means in AI systems and highlights the real-world consequences of these biases, from reinforcing harmful stereotypes to perpetuating inequities in student outcomes and clinical training. The discussion raises urgent questions about responsibility and how students and staff…