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University of Cambridge - Portrait exhibition of Black graduates

The exhibition was a collaboration between the institution and the Black Cantabs Research Society
Target Group
Postgraduate students
Undergraduate students
Initiative Theme
Culture
Initiative institution
University of Cambridge
Application type
Race Equality Charter
Publication date

 

The institution set up projects such as Black Cantabs: History Makers, which is a touring exhibition presenting portraits of Cambridge's Black graduates and seeks to break down stereotypes of what a Cambridge student looks like. The exhibition was a collaboration between the institution and the Black Cantabs Research Society. All undergraduates starting in 2018 were encouraged to view the exhibition as part of their induction. By putting a spotlight on Black alumnae, it stimulated conversations around the underrepresentation of BAME staff and students, and influenced a move towards a more racially inclusive culture.