EVENT
Disability History Month Flagship Event
Date 29 November 2024
Time 12:00 - 17:00
Location Reading Students' Union, Whiteknights Campus
Event Information
As part of Disability History Month, this dynamic drop-in event will be packed with networking, interactive workshops, and engaging exhibitions reflecting the national theme. There will be opportunities to discover local and national disability support organisations, share experiences, and dive into discussions on workplace accommodations and allyship. The event will wrap up with an engaging panel discussion hosted by the Reading Students' Union.
Workshop Programme:
12:00 - 12:30 Skills to work in the heritage sector: MERL
The MERL has been developing its skills offer to school, college and university students over a number of years. In this workshop we shall discuss the various opportunities and offer case studies of successful partnership working.
13:00 - 13:30 Resume Building: HR
How to make your CV stand out when applying for jobs, what to include and how to present it.
14:00 - 14:30 Interview Tips: HR
How to stand out from the crowd at interview stage, how to prepare and receiving feedback.
15:00 - 15:30 Connecting with the Staff Disability Plus Network?: Staff Network
Join the Staff Disability Plus Network for a workshop on fostering an inclusive workplace, offering insights into the network’s initiatives and resources for staff with disabilities.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to honour and recognise the profound significance of Disability History Month, as we embrace this year theme of Employment and Livelihood.
For any questions, please contact us on: email events@reading.ac.uk or call +44 (0) 118 378 6718
Workshop Programme:
12:00 - 12:30 Skills to work in the heritage sector: MERL
The MERL has been developing its skills offer to school, college and university students over a number of years. In this workshop we shall discuss the various opportunities and offer case studies of successful partnership working.
13:00 - 13:30 Resume Building: HR
How to make your CV stand out when applying for jobs, what to include and how to present it.
14:00 - 14:30 Interview Tips: HR
How to stand out from the crowd at interview stage, how to prepare and receiving feedback.
15:00 - 15:30 Connecting with the Staff Disability Plus Network?: Staff Network
Join the Staff Disability Plus Network for a workshop on fostering an inclusive workplace, offering insights into the network’s initiatives and resources for staff with disabilities.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to honour and recognise the profound significance of Disability History Month, as we embrace this year theme of Employment and Livelihood.
For any questions, please contact us on: email events@reading.ac.uk or call +44 (0) 118 378 6718
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