# Event Details - **Event Name**: Championing Diversity in Higher Education: Teachers’ & Advisers’ Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 09:15 am – Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 02:45 pm - **Event Description**: Expect student voice, expert insights, and networking opportunities with 13 HE providers.About this EventChampioning Diversity across Higher Education in West Yorkshire: GHWY Teachers' and Advisers' Conference 2026Go Higher West Yorkshire (GHWY) is excited to announce the return of our collaborative Teachers’ and Advisers’ Conference in 2026 for its third year! We are delighted that Sam Vickers, CEO of Batley Multi-Academy Trust, will be the keynote speaker. The speakers for the other sessions will be added to the programme at the end of this page as they are confirmed.This free, one-day event brings together professionals who support young people in their education journey — including teachers, advisers, youth workers, pastoral teams, and local authority staff — for a CPD day of insightful discussion, student voice, and meaningful networking with lunch provided. Please indicate dietary requirements when you register.Hosted at Leeds College of Building (South Bank Campus), the conference will showcase the power of partnership as we all come together. Delivered by our diverse consortium of 13 Higher Education providers, including universities, HE-in-FE institutions, and a small specialist provider, the day will explore the breadth of post-16 options — from Higher National Certificates and Diplomas, to apprenticeships and undergraduate degrees.Join us as we work together to champion diversity in Higher Education for all students. Whilst the conference will champion the diversity of staff and students from across the Go Higher West Yorkshire partnership, it is open to attendees outside of West Yorkshire.CancellationsIf you are no longer able to attend this event, please cancel your place as soon as possible to give others the opportunity to attend as we will be operating a waiting list for the conference.Waiting ListIf you get here and we are already full then do register to add yourself to the wait list. Things change, life happens so we expect that a few people will need to drop out closer to the date.Agenda?: 09:15 AM - 09:45 AMArrival and registration (tea/coffee, marketplace and networking)?: 09:45 AM - 09:50 AMWelcome and housekeepingHost: Nikki Davis, Principal at Leeds College of Building?: 09:50 AM - 09:55 AMAbout Go Higher West YorkshireHost: Helen Sykes, Head of GHWY?: 09:55 AM - 10:15 AMKeynote speakerHost: Sam Vickers (CEO of Batley Multi-Academy Trust)?: 10:20 AM - 10:55 AMBreakout session 1 - Getting into Higher Education (HE) - a choice ofHost: Clearing: Natasha Parker-Wood University of HuddersfieldInfo: (A) Clearing and how to support learners (B) UCAS personal statements inc guidance on using AI (C) Support learners to apply for Disabled Students Allowance (D) Insight into HE-in-FE institution?: 10:55 AM - 11:10 AMBreak (tea/coffee and marketplace)?: 11:15 AM - 11:50 AMAttendee feed in - your chance to input into questions related to HE access?: 11:50 AM - 12:50 PMLunch and networking?: 12:55 PM - 01:30 PMBreakout session Championing diversity of under-represented groups, choice of:Host: A: Shames Maskeen, Leeds Trinity UniversityInfo: (A) Black Asian and Minoritised Ethnic Students (B) Care Experienced and Estranged Students (C) Males on Free Schools Meals/Lads at Back project (D) Gypsy Traveller Roma Showmen and Boater?: 01:35 PM - 02:35 PMStudent Panel?: 02:35 PM - 02:45 PMClosing Remarks - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leeds/championing-diversity-in-higher-education-teachers-and-advisers-conference/100001982874222176 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: Leeds College of Building - South Bank Campus - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Leeds - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Leeds College of Building - South Bank Campus - **lat**: 53.7899878 - **long**: -1.536738 - **full address**: Leeds College of Building - South Bank Campus, Crown Point Road, Leeds, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Championing Diversity in Higher Education: Teachers’ & Advisers’ Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/83f70d84d04b9daeddbbb80ee738113d9600760269d269ab62541c7c50ab42cc-rimg-w800-h500-dceff2f1-gmir.jpg?v=1772838447 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Championing Diversity in Higher Education: Teachers & Advisers Conference being held? - **A:** Championing Diversity in Higher Education: Teachers & Advisers Conference takes place on Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 09:15 am to Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 02:45 pm at Leeds College of Building - South Bank Campus, Crown Point Road, Leeds, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Championing Diversity in Higher Education: Teachers & Advisers Conference? - **A:** Championing Diversity in Higher Education: Teachers & Advisers Conference is organized by Go Higher West Yorkshire. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Championing Diversity in Higher Education: Teachers & Advisers Conference is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Leeds, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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