Wed 15 Jul
TURNING POINTS FILM SCREENING: BLACK AND WORKING-CLASS JOURNEYS INTO HEALTH RESEARCH
6-8.30PM
Turning Points: Black and Working-Class Journeys into Health Research
Join us in person for the screening of this fascinating film and discussion panel celebrating the incredible paths of Black and working-class people diving into health research. Discover stories, challenges, and triumphs that highlight how diverse backgrounds shape the future of health science. It’s a chance to connect, learn, and celebrate turning points that inspire change. And to find out how you could join this journey.
Following the screening of the film there will be a panel discussion led by Professor Sir Patrick Vernonand who was recently knighted in King Charles’ 2026 birthday list. Vernon, who currently serves on the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council for United Kingdom (UK) South, was honoured for his contribution to racial equity, health equity and to social justice. Other speakers include Professor Helen Minnis and Professor Sharon Cox, who both feature in the film and Dr Haroon Forde who interviewed them and Professor Amaka Offiah and PhD candidate at Cambridge, Dr Tomi Akingbade