Join us for a special International Women’s Day event, exploring inequalities in Muslim women’s health, and the impact that creative interventions can have on health and wellbeing.
To mark International Women’s Day, join us for a research café event that explores the deep and widening health inequalities in England, and in particular how Muslim women experience health inequalities in their daily lives. We will examine the role and impact that creative interventions can have on women’s health and wellbeing.
At this event you will hear from a panel of academic experts, and can discover more about current research taking place at The University of Manchester. You will also have the opportunity to hear from Zareena Bano, a Bradford-based mixed-media artist and creative arts tutor, with experience of teaching a wide range of local people in community venues. Hear about Zareena’s artistic journey and see some of her artwork on display, exploring different creative techniques and mediums.
This event is presented in partnership with MACFEST and the Creative Manchester and Health Inequalities research platforms at The University of Manchester.
Speakers
Caroline Sanders, Professor of Medical Sociology at the University of Manchester
Caroline's recent and current work focuses on patient and carer experiences of health and healthcare, especially in relation to patient safety and quality improvement, and includes research on access to services for underserved groups, management of long-term conditions, and digital inequalities.
Sadia Mir, Advocate for youth health in Manchester
Sadia is a public speaker working in diverse ethnic communities and women's communities to encourage better mental health, education, and safety. She advocates for youth health in Manchester, and youth inclusion in the Heritage industry in Lancashire.
Ayesha Arif, Bury Active Women's Centre
Ayesha is Community Development Director of Bury Active Women’s Centre (BAWC). BAWC takes a holistic approach in addressing inequalities that impact on the lives of women. Social, recreational, educational, training support and activities are provided for women in a culturally safe and sensitive environment.
Sophina Choudry, Manchester Institute of Education, University of Manchester
Sophina is the Programme Director for BSc Education in Manchester Institute of Education. Her main area of interest includes understanding how to empower students from marginalised backgrounds in educational settings, and to understand the role critical pedagogy and policy plays in mediating such teaching and learning processes.
Zareena Bano, Bradford-based mixed-media artist
Zareena is a Bradford-based mixed-media artist and creative arts tutor, with experience of teaching a wide range of local people in community venues. Hear about Zareena’s artistic journey and see some of her artwork on display, exploring different creative techniques and mediums.
