The That's Me! Reverse Mentoring Scheme Earns National Recognition

The That's Me! Reverse Mentoring Scheme Earns National Recognition

The That's Me! Reverse Mentoring Scheme has achieved a significant milestone by being recognised on a national stage. This innovative programme, designed to empower Global Majority Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) to influence senior leadership and decision-making, was recently nominated for a prestigious award.

Dr Jenni Jones Shortlisted for the Vitae ICE Awards

We are delighted to announce that Dr Jenni Jones, Associate Professor in Coaching and Mentoring at the University of Wolverhampton, has been shortlisted for the Vitae Impact, Culture and Engagement (ICE) Awards in the category of Innovative and Inclusive Practice.

This nomination celebrates Dr. Jones's outstanding contribution to fostering an inclusive research culture through the That's Me! Reverse Mentoring Scheme. The initiative has created a platform for Global Majority PGRs to engage with senior leadership, driving impactful conversations and influencing decision-making processes at the University of Wolverhampton. The scheme exemplifies the transformative potential of inclusive and innovative mentoring practices within higher education.

A Collaborative Effort

This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire team behind the programme. Special thanks go to Dr Jenni Jones, Prof. Tracey Devonport, Dr. Debra Cureton (Woodward), and PGR co-creator Dr. Suha Ahmed for their relentless efforts in making this initiative a resounding success.

The Reverse Mentoring team collectively decided to nominate Dr. Jones for this honour, acknowledging her pivotal role in the success of the That's Me! project. The nomination reflects her commitment to championing inclusion, mentoring, and creating spaces for diverse voices to shape institutional change.

An Inspiring Evening

The award nomination ceremony was an evening to remember, filled with inspiring discussions and valuable connections with key figures in the UK research community. It highlighted the increasing recognition of reverse mentoring as a tool for cultural transformation in academia.

As one team member put it, "It was a proud moment to stand alongside Dr Jenni Jones and celebrate the tremendous work achieved through the That's Me! Reverse Mentoring Scheme. The evening fostered great conversations with influential voices, reinforcing the importance of initiatives like this in shaping the future of research culture."

Learn More

To read more about Dr Jenni Jones's nomination and the Vitae ICE Awards, click here: https://lnkd.in/djQ-f8kh