Equality campaigner Patrick Vernon (CF 2018) spoke at the online conference of the Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations on 16 November. Patrick was the opening speaker of the five-day event and discussed leading social change in the voluntary sector.
Psychologist Erica McInnis discussed learnings from her Fellowship on African-centred approaches to mental health in the Mentally Yours podcast. The podcast aired on 9 November and Erica gave recommendations to how the NHS can improve its services.
By Erica McInnis,
Dementia campaigner Agnes Houston (CF 2016) was given the award for Exceptional Contribution by a Person Living with Dementia, in the National Dementia Care Awards 2020, on 12 November. Agnes’ Fellowship explored the sensory challenges of those living with dementia.
By Agnes Houston,
GP Sophie Redlin (CF 2019) spoke at the DR.EAM Junior virtual conference organised by the University of Birmingham on 28 November. The event aimed to inspire Year 12 students interested in studying medicine. Sophie shared findings from her Fellowship on indigenous healthcare practices.
By Sophie Redlin,
Recommendations from Professor Andrew Rowland (CF 2014) on banning smacking became law in Scotland on 7 November. Andrew’s Fellowship research informed the Scottish Government’s decision to legislate against parents using physical punishment towards their children.
By Andrew Rowland,
