No training events in August

1) September event: Committee Q&A and networking session

Wednesday 3 September, 13:00-14:00
Join the PRISM committee for an informal networking and Q&A session, focused on the state of the Network and of PRISMs in the UK right now. What questions do you have about how the Network works, and what do you think we could and should do in the next year? We also want to know how you are being affected by the current financial crisis – has your job or team changed, or are you unaffected? Have specific parts of your work got harder? How are you responding to this? Members only event - join the network for signup details.
 

2) September training: Pooling PRISMs: the solution to ending Fixed Term Contracts?

Tuesday 23 September, 12:30-14:00
Many universities have or are exploring a pooled PRISM model, where a group of PRISM roles are underwritten by the institution and can be deployed to research projects. What are the benefits and challenges of these models? How do you make the argument for creating one? What can we learn from each other? In this session, we will hear from PRISMs involved in pools at different stages of implementation. We will also discuss the possibility of a sub-network for information sharing between PRISMs setting up or managing pools. Members only event - join the network and email us for joining details.
 

3) October training: Setting up institutional networks

Tuesday 14 October, 13:00-14:00
Join us for an interactive training session where you'll hear about strategies implemented at several UK institutions to launch and grow local PRISM networks. Listen to real stories from peers about what works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to engaging members, building momentum, and raising your network’s profile. We’ll discuss organising impactful events, reaching new audiences, securing funding, and making networks inclusive. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your group to the next level, we’d love to learn about your involvement with your local PRISM community and ask for advice about how to overcome challenges outlined in the session. Members only event - join the network and email us for joining details.
 

4) November training: Translating EDI Strategy into action with the EDI Hub+

Wednesday 5 November, 13:00-15:00
Join Jen Jennings and Lisa Hill of the EPSRC-funded EDI Hub+ to talk all things PRISM and EDI! The hub was funded in 2024 to drive systemic change in the Engineering, Physical and Mathematical Sciences (EPMS) research and innovation system so that it is equitable and inclusive for everyone – irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disability, or socio-economic status. Jen and Lisa will introduce the resources and activities of the Hub+, and explore how PRISMs in the UK could use the Hub’s resources to drive EDI in the projects and programmes they manage. We'll also explore how PRISMs can benefit from the resources of the Hub+ to promote and support our own career progression, professional development, recognition and belonging. Members only event - join the network for signup details.