Report Reveals Barriers for Black Academics in UK

A recent report highlights the significant barriers faced by Black academics in UK business schools, revealing that less than 1% hold professor roles despite making up 4.4% of the working-age population. This underrepresentation impacts curriculum diversity and perpetuates systemic inequities, prompting calls for a BRIDGE framework advocating for transparent promotion criteria and inclusive leadership. In clinical trials, the WHO's new guidance aims to enhance diversity by including underserved populations such as ethnic minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and pregnant women, addressing historical underrepresentation that hampers evidence quality. Conversely, implicit bias training, widely adopted in law enforcement, has come under scrutiny for its scientific validity, with critics arguing that it distorts justice rather than improving outcomes. The National Association of Scholars challenges the efficacy of implicit bias theory and the Implicit Association Test, citing a lack of reliable evidence. These discussions underscore the need for systemic change across various sectors to foster equity and inclusion.