ASCL Ethinc Diversity Community

Meeting dates 2025-26

Our meetings in 2025-26 are scheduled to start at 6pm and conclude at 7pm. All our sessions are underpinned by our values of curiosity, kindness, integrity and courage.
 
       
Wednesday
22 Oct 2025
    Guest speaker: Katherine Aston, Research Manager, NFER
Katherine will share research on ethnic disparities in teacher retention and leadership progression, followed by an interactive discussion on practical strategies for your context.
       
Monday
19 Jan 2026
    Building on some of the issues raised at our last meeting plus feedback from our recent survey, this session will focus on the theme of belonging.  This will be an opportunity to share knowledge and expertise and champion the voices of our community. 
 
We provide members of the community with an open, safe and supportive space to discuss the following:
 
  • What does belonging mean to you - how can we foster a sense of belonging as a leader and what are the challenges?
  • Imposter syndrome - does it exist and how does it manifest itself in leadership? What useful strategies can be used for overcoming this if it is a barrier in leadership progression?
  • The importance of a 'champion' - who has supported you in your leadership journey and how can we share experiences that can support others?
       
Wednesday
18 Mar 2026
     
       
Tuesday
19 May 2026