Who are we and What do we do?

Working together as one to aspire and inspire, the BAME+ Network seeks to identify, address and find solutions to the disparities, needs, priorities and concerns of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and students, so that the BAME community in the University feel represented, appreciated and have equal opportunities.

The Network places equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does, with particular emphasis on integration, wellbeing and success of all members.

The Network comprises of BAME members of staff, students, friends and allies of BAME individuals and groups, including alumni of Ulster University.

Key Contacts

For more information on how to get involved, please contact bamenetwork@ulster.ac.uk

Our Network Stucture

The BAME+ Network consists of the Network Board, the main decision-making body of the Network. Working Groups feed into the Network Board to support the Network's ambitions.

These Working Groups focus on the following themes:

  • Academic and Professional Services Staff Affairs

    Working Group Chair

    • Johanne Devlin Trew
  • Communication and Networking

    The Communications and Networking Working Group aims to raise awareness of the BAME+ Network, its members, activities and achievements, via communications and networking events, both online and on campus.

    Our vision it to promote and enhance the experience of the BAME+ Network, by connecting the network with our local communities, encouraging collaborations as well as organising celebratory events based on ethnic and minority public and religious holidays.

    Working Group Chairs

    • Stella So
    • Alexandra De La Torre
  • Membership and Community

    The focus of Membership & Community Working Group is to organise intercultural and community events at university. Idea of such events, organised by BAME+ Network in collaboration with other departments, centres, societies, and services of the university, is to connect BAME+ and international students and staff with local students and staff in the university and local community.

    Such events are very important as they not only facilitate in raising cultural awareness by bringing staff, students, and local community together and learn about different cultures and traditions, but they also help in building new friendships and collaborations and learn about different opportunities to work together. This is especially important for our international community who are away from their home country.

    Working Group Chair

    • Priyank Shukla
  • Family Lifestyle and Wellbeing

    Working Group Chair

    • Asker Murat
  • Continuing Personnel of Professional Development

    We’re a dedicated team committed to empowering ethnic minorities through continuing personal and professional development. We aim to create opportunities that help individuals thrive and support their growth to reach their full potential. Whether it’s through mentorship, skill-building workshops, or connecting people with the right resources, we’re here to make a real difference by breaking down barriers, celebrating diversity and creating spaces where everyone feels they truly belong.

    Join us in this journey toward meaningful change, let’s make a difference together!

    Working Group Chair

    • Minhas Mahsud
  • Strategy, Advisory and Policy

    "Strategy, Advisory and Policy (SAP) working group aims to support the BAME network's mission by providing strategic guidance, expert advice, and shaping policy initiatives ensuring that the network's activities are aligned with broader organisational goals, vision, strategy and that the needs of BAME members are addressed effectively within the organisation.

    SAP working group activities include short-term/long-term vision, action plan development, support for students/staff, advisory role, external engagement, collaboration with a range of stakeholders, policy development, data collection, reporting and benchmarking.

    The SAP WG vision is to have inclusive, agile, leading and timely policy, resources and support  that works for the BAME members and the wider community."

    Working Group Chair

    • Nikhilkumar Shah
  • Student Affairs

    The students wing of the Ulster University (UU) BAME+ Network in collaboration with all the other working groups aims to enrich the experience of both international and local students by introducing them to opportunities that would enhance and develop their competencies.

    Students are at the heart of any academic institution like ours. As such, students across all campuses of UU are encouraged to get involved in activities that would enable them to thrive through effective talent development programmes, mental health and wellbeing programmes as well as initiatives that promote diversity, equity and inclusion. This, in turn, would enable students to contribute meaningfully to society for an exciting and sustainable future.

    Working Group Chairs

    • Isaac Krofa
    • Damilola Owolabi

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