Discussion Table: Tackling Unconscious Bias in Informal Learning and Engagement Settings
Questions:
- What is your interpretation of Unconscious bias and have you experienced or observed this?
- How could unconscious bias be reinforced (unintentionally) in our programming and organisational practice and how could we mitigate this?
- How can we support teachers engaging with our programmes in understanding / unpicking Unconscious bias and providing a means for them to mitigate this.
Biography
Science Engagement Manager (Schools), Wellcome Connecting Science, Cambridgeshire, UK
Em Haydon is the Science Engagement Manager (Schools) for Wellcome Connecting Science. Em manages and delivers a diverse schools engagement programme that aims to inspire and upskill students and teachers in genomics-related topics, through curriculum- and careers-linked opportunities. Em is passionate about equity and inclusion, striving to ensure the programme is accessible and inclusive.