A collaborative endeavour between colleagues from: Kings College London, University College London, University of Law, University of Greenwich, Imperial College London.

Introduction

In recent years, efforts to decolonise and diversify higher education have gained renewed momentum - but how do we move beyond statements of intent to lasting structural and cultural change? This interdisciplinary, cross institutional collaboratively led half-day exchange hosted at King’s College London invites students, academics and practitioners to reflect on where we are, where we’re going, and how we get there. Through a mix of panels, paper sessions, and interactive dialogues, we will explore the complexities, tensions, and creative possibilities of building more inclusive educational futures together.

Access the conference schedule including session abstracts here.

 

Posters:

Sowing the seeds of change: Decentring academic practices at Northumbria University

 Decolonising higher education efforts and reflections

BEACON: A Practical Framework for Decolonising and Diversifying Higher Education

Parallel Sessions 1:
Holding Discomfort, Building Belonging: Constructing Brave Spaces in Higher Education

Cocreating a Decolonised Bioscience Curriculum

Beneath the Colours of Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain): Tensions, Possibilities and the Impactof Co-Creation in Business Studies

The Power of Language: Race and Ethnicity in Medical Education

Beyond the Project: Co-creating Inclusive PGR Development Conversations for EquitableSupervision

Parallel Sessions 2:
Pedagogical Approaches to Decolonising the Teacher Education Curriculum: A Co-CreativeProcess

“It just wouldn’t be taken seriously”: LGBTQ+ Students and Perceptions of Professionalism inBusiness Schools

Decolonising Validation: Embedding Decolonial Values into Programme Design

Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility

This event is shaped by a commitment to equity, dialogue, and shared ownership. We recognise the different levels of power that exist between institutions, job roles, and participants, and are working to design sessions that reflect a range of voices, including students, early-career scholars, and those often underrepresented in academic spaces. We are especially keen to support student-led or co-authored contributions and will ensure that facilitators come from varied roles and backgrounds.

To create an inclusive space for discussion, session leads will be encouraged to use a range of engagement methods, such as written prompts, group work, quiet reflection, or tools like Mentimeter, to support different ways of participating. We hope this will enable people to contribute in ways that feel comfortable and meaningful to them.

The event will be held in a step-free, wheelchair-accessible venue, with quiet zones, accessible toilets, and a variety of dietary options available. We will also provide key materials in advance and invite participants to let us know about any access needs during registration. We welcome suggestions to help us improve accessibility in both planning and delivery.