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February 2019
BSN North: Manchester’s Inter-Professional Social 28-02-2019
MYP, in partnership with Aurelius Legal and Qonnectd, invite BSN members to attend the Inter-Professional Social, this year back at the hugely popular Revolucion de Cuba! A Cuban inspired cocktail on arrival will be the perfect escape from the everyday, with live music both upstairs and downstairs, Samba dancers, and the famous maracas and hats to get you into the Latin spirit. A DJ playing downstairs in the Havana Club Room will be the place to be for those that want to dance the night away! Tickets are £10, including a Daiquiri on arrival, Paella (vegetarian…
Find out more »BSN North Panel Discussion: ‘It’s OK to talk about race!’ 28-02-2019
According to the McGregor-Smith Review - Race in the Workplace, the potential benefit for the UK economy from full representation of BAME individuals across the labour market is estimated to be £24 billion a year, representing 1.3% GDP. Yet only 1 in 16 top management positions are held by a BAME person. Successful businesses recognise the benefits that a more inclusive workforce can bring through diverse skills, talent and experiences. However, a seismic shift is required in the legal sector to…
Find out more »November 2018
Screening of “The Uncondemned” – Q&A and hosted reception afterwards.
Westminster United Nations Association and Clifford Chance LLP invite you to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights _______________________________ Screening of "The Uncondemned " followed by Q&A and reception kindly hosted by Clifford Chance Wednesday 21 November, 6.30pm for 7pm screening Clifford Chance, 10 Upper Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London E14 5JJ (Jubilee Line: Canary Wharf, exit at Upper Bank Street end) _______________________________ For…
Find out more »BSN’s UK Diversity Legal Awards ceremony and gala event Wed. 21 Nov 2018
Please join BSN for its annual flagship gala dinner and ball at the prestigious Grange St Paul’s Hotel, London. Our host for the evening will be BBC News presenter and correspondent, Reeta Chakrabarti. Event schedule: 6.15pm: Registration and Drinks reception 7.00pm: Welcome and Opening Address followed by 3 course Dinner UK Diversity Legal Awards 2018 presentation (Click here to see this year's Award Finalists) and live entertainment! 10.15pm: Networking and Dancing…
Find out more »October 2018
Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess
Celebrate Black History Month with the Black Solicitors Network at ENO’s new production of the Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess. Venue: English National Opera, London Coliseum, St Martin's Lane London WC2N 4ES Date: 31 October 2018 Arrival: from 6.30pm Curtain: 7.30pm Please join us for an entertaining evening to celebrate Black History Month at ENO’s new production of the Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess. Considered Gershwin‘s magnum opus, Porgy and Bess is infused with unforgettable melodies, including the much-loved ‘Summertime’, jazz, ragtime, blues, and spirituals. Featuring ENO’s full…
Find out more »Law Society – Black History Month Sisters in law event
Law Society – Black History Month Sisters in law event – The politics of Black hair – A debate on self-identity in the workplace and beyond
Find out more »BSN North – Black History Month 2018 Event
Following on from last year’s celebration of Black History month, The Law Society and Black Solicitors Network (North) are pleased to bring this exciting event to your attention. For this event, we will be considering how law firms can inspire, support, and encourage the region’s talented group of minority lawyers to flourish in their careers. We have secured a stellar line-up of speakers who can share their experiences of their respective careers to date. Speakers include: District Judge Obodai Simon…
Find out more »Baker Mckenzie and DKMS Donor Event
DKMS invite (3) "As part of Black History Month 2018, Baker McKenzie and DKMS will be partnering up to host a donor recruitment event on 16th October 2018 between the hours of 11am to 2pm. For many blood cancer patients a blood stem cell donation is their only chance of survival, but only half of the people diagnosed in the UK find a matching donor. Event and Registration Details: 11:00am - 11:45am Presentation by DKMS 12:00pm - 2:00pm Registration &…
Find out more »UK Black History Month: An evening with Sir Trevor McDonald – 15 October 2018
To mark UK Black History Month, Allen & Overy’s BAME network, Race and Ethnicity @A&O is delighted to invite you to an evening with Sir Trevor McDonald. Sir Trevor McDonald was ITN’s first black newscaster and is one of the UK’s most recognisable broadcasters. He became a household name in 1992 after becoming the sole presenter of News at Ten. During a long and distinguished career, Sir Trevor has conducted many notable interviews and was awarded a knighthood for his…
Find out more »Law Society – Black History Month: Preparing students for the legal profession
Law Society – Black History Month: Preparing students for the legal profession in partnership with Rare Recruitment leading diversity graduate talent agency- 11/10/18 – Practical help with CV preparation, interview technique, networking with BAME lawyers. Mentoring/work placement opportunities
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