Unblocking the Pipeline: Supporting the Retention, Progression and Promotion of Black Early-Career Academics

Franssen, Becca; Freeman, Josh; Aiyenitaju, Opeoluwa; Babajide, Bola; Denedo, Mercy; Kator Iorfa, Steven; Oyedijo, Adegboyega

Abstract

This report explores the experiences of Black early-career academics (ECAs) in higher education. Based on a survey of nearly 100 Black ECAs and 24 interviews with staff working on initiatives to support them, this report examines the challenges faced by Black ECAs in securing a post and advancing their careers. By evaluating the initiatives currently implemented, this report then investigates how higher education institutions can effectively support Black ECAs.

Citation

Franssen, B., Freeman, J., Aiyenitaju, O., Babajide, B., Denedo, M., Kator Iorfa, S., & Oyedijo, A. (2024). Unblocking the Pipeline: Supporting the Retention, Progression and Promotion of Black Early-Career Academics. Higher Education Policy Institute

• Report Type: Research Report
• Online Publication Date: Aug 1, 2024
• Publication Date: Aug 1, 2024
• Deposit Date: Aug 2, 2024
• Publicly Available Date: Aug 2, 2024
• Series Number: 176
• Public URL: https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/2728604
• Publisher URL: https://www.hepi.ac.uk/2024/08/01/unblocking-the-pipeline-supporting-the-retentionprogression-and-promotion-of-black-early-career-academics/