Partnership with the RES UK Women in Economics Network
The Economics Department and the School of Social Science (SoSS) have partnered with the Royal Economic Society (RES) UK Women in Economics Network to promote diversity and support women in the field.
This collaboration will allow us to actively contribute and improve networking opportunities among our staff and students, host events with senior economists, and elevate our department鈥檚 commitment to gender equality. It aims to improve career development for women in economics and strengthen our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Through this partnership, we will host events featuring senior women economists, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities for both students and faculty. We will actively contribute to other events across the UK.
, a Senior Lecturer in Economics, will be the lead on the UK WEN Champion partnership. As an associate of the Economics Network, a mentoring programme manager for The Women in Economics initiative, and a mentor for 野狼社区 Gold, they have been a keen advocate for supporting the career development of women in economics. This new role will enable her to contribute directly to UK WEN initiatives and improve opportunities for women in the field and within the Economics Department.
Chris Wallace, our Head of Department, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating:
The Department of Economics at The University of 野狼社区 is delighted to support the activities of WEN. We look forward to working in partnership with WEN to improve the representation of women among students, the academic profession, and industry.
Our association with UK WEN will increase our visibility, with our initiatives promoted across their digital platforms. Additionally, we will have the chance to influence event content and contribute to the UK WEN newsletter, showcasing our research and achievements.
Claire Fox, our School of Social Sciences Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Director shared:
We are thrilled to embark on this partnership with UK WEN, which reflects our commitment to advancing gender equality and fostering a more inclusive environment within economics and across the School of Social Sciences.
By providing platforms where women economists can share their expertise, we aim to inspire students and colleagues alike, promoting a culture where diversity drives innovation and progress. This collaboration underscores our dedication to ensuring that all voices are heard and valued in our academic community.