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Our colleagues making a difference

People of Purpose

People of Purpose is our interview series celebrating colleagues from across the University who are making a meaningful difference to society through their work. By interviewing colleagues across the University and sharing personal stories, we aim to highlight their inspiring work, build awareness of their commitment to social responsibility and civic engagement, and introduce colleagues whose motivations, values and achievements deserve to be shared and celebrated. 

Ciaron Wilkinson

Head of Partnerships and Engagement at Manchester Museum

Professor Dawn Edge

Professor of Mental Health & Inclusivity in the Division of Psychology and Mental Health and University of Manchester’s Academic Lead for EDI: Race, Religion and Belief

Professor John McAuliffe

Professor of Poetry and Director of Creative Manchester

Alison Shedlock

Director of Campus Services

Erin Pallott

Science Communications Officer

Hamied Haroon

Senior Technical Specialist in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Physics and Academic Lead for EDI and Disability

Introducing…

Meet some of our colleagues who are making a difference on campus, locally and globally.