In this episode, Host Heledd Jarosz-Griffiths and her co-host Ruth, a Careers with Research consultant at the University of Leeds, delve into the vital topic of making space for researchers to feel valued and heard. Here's what you'll find in this episode:
Reflecting on Change: Heledd and Ruth discuss the ongoing shift in research culture that is increasingly giving researchers the opportunity to express themselves and feel acknowledged for more than just their outputs.
Personal Experience: Heledd shares insights from her own journey as a researcher and how engagement beyond academic outputs, such as public engagement events, can empower researchers to feel more seen and heard.
Creating Safe Spaces: Ruth emphasises the importance of providing researchers a confidential and non-judgmental environment where they can open up and engage meaningfully. She shares powerful examples from the Career Architect program and how such initiatives impact researchers' confidence and self-awareness.
Values in Practice: The hosts talk about implementing values such as collaboration, compassion, integrity and inclusivity at the University of Leeds. These principles are essential in fostering an environment where researchers can voice their thoughts and feel they belong.
Encouraging Reflection: The episode highlights strategies for incorporating reflection within research environments. Ruth shares her approach to fostering open discussion and making everyone, especially quieter voices, feel included and heard. The discussions in this episode are a reminder of the importance of time, consideration, and empathy in creating a positive research culture. Whether you're navigating the pressures of academic life or supporting those who do, you'll find valuable insights in this episode.
Links, resources, and initiatives mentioned in the episode:
Career Architect Programme Leeds
Exploring Leadership for Postdocs and Research Staff
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