The Ahmed Iqbal Ullah Race Relations Resource Centre (AIU Centre) based within Manchester Central Library and open to all members of the public, has recently introduced new resources focusing on the themes of Hip Hop, Grime, Spoken Word, education and social justice.
Social Responsibility news
To infinity and beyond: collaborative STEM outreach in Cumbria
The Dalton Nuclear Institute’s Dalton Cumbrian Facility team has inspired hundreds of teenagers to pursue careers in science, engineering and the arts after delivering the highly successful Infinity Festival of Science and Technology in West Cumbria.
10,000 actions, 8,000 students and one environmental award
Two projects on a massive scale designed to increase knowledge of sustainability issues among staff and students at The University of Manchester have won an award.
Turning agricultural waste into clean energy
Biomass (plant, animal and organic material) has enormous potential for providing us with sustainable, low-carbon bioenergy – yet, across the world, most of it is used unsustainably for fuel-wood.
TeenTech Manchester
On 1 November, the University hosted the fourth TeenTech Manchester event, this time delivered collaboratively with colleagues from other higher education providers as part of the Greater Manchester Higher network.
On Energy
Policy@Manchester have recently published #OnEnergy, a collection of thought leadership pieces and expert analyses on issues such as climate change, fuel poverty, energy storage, the economic viability of nuclear power and multi-energy systems.
ReachOut
Manchester based mentoring charity, ReachOut, need more volunteers to give just one hour a week of their time to make a huge difference to the community and raise aspirations.
Veg Box People arrive in Fallowfield and George Kenyon Hall
Meet Ellie, a third year Geography student and former Oak House resident.
#GivingTuesday programme
How will you give?
Get involved in #GivingTuesday
On Tuesday 28 November, the world will celebrate #GivingTuesday, an international day to do ‘good stuff’, to recognise what is already being done and to encourage people to consider giving time, money or supporting a worthwhile cause.
October’s monthly summary from the Director of Social Responsibility
Each October we mark the University’s foundation with a prestigious Foundation Lecture and Honorary Degree Ceremony.
Seventh Science Spectacular success
Science Spectacular took Manchester by storm as visitors mastered clouds and tornadoes at our 7th annual family-friendly science event.
Marking 30 years of Black History Month
On 26 October staff and students from across the University joined a whole host of guest speakers at an event organised by the Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) to mark 30 years of Black History Month.
New interactive tree trail launches with photo competition
Budding photographers are invited to take part in a competition celebrating the University’s new interactive tree trail which went live on the 12 October following a fun and engaging launch event at the Manchester Museum.
Environmental sustainability funding call for staff
The 10,000 Actions fund is open
Environmental Sustainability Celebration and Supplier Awards
On 8 November we are hosting our annual flagship environmental sustainability event.
Volunteering and Social Justice Fair
On Tuesday 17 October, almost 1,500 students attended our annual Volunteering and Social Justice Fair.
The Little Things
Medic and founder of life-changing medical charity The Little Things, Rathaven Gunaratnarajah, has been honoured by the Prime Minster for setting up a charity which delivers life-saving medical equipment, by presenting him with a Point of Light Award for his outstanding volunteering work.
Before You Were Born
The University of Manchester’s Maternal and Fetal Health Research Centre (MFHRC) is one of the largest pregnancy research groups in Europe, with the aim of ‘finding solutions to pregnancy problems’.
Be inspired through mentoring
On 11 October the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health hosted a lunchtime session to celebrate the work the University is doing for equality and diversity as part of Black History Month 2017.
Socially responsible alumni share their career advice
Over 100 University of Manchester alumni working in social responsibility roles are inspiring the next generation to follow their career paths by sharing advice with current students and fellow graduates.
Access Manchester
The University of Manchester is committed to identifying and attracting the most talented students to The University regardless of their educational background.
Manchester Migration Month
Throughout October the University hosted its first-ever #UoMmigration Month – a series of events, activities and features exploring migration’s relationship with inequalities, social justice, belonging and Brexit.
Foundation Day
The University marked its Foundation Day 2017 by celebrating its commitment to social responsibility.
Prometheus 2017
This year Alliance Manchester Business School welcomed 70 participants from across the 3rd sector for our annual leadership development conference, Prometheus.