CASE Multi-Cultural Network
Magda Joshi
Magda Joshi (she/her), Engagement Manager at Birkbeck, University of London, serves as Co-Chair of CASE Multi-Cultural Network.
Magda is an engagement, events and marketing professional, who is passionate about cross-cultural dialogue and the power of multi-cultural collaborations. In her role as Engagement Manager at Birkbeck, University of London, she shapes and delivers Birkbeck's ambitious Alumni Engagement strategy. She oversees a portfolio of volunteering and other engagement opportunities, aimed at creating meaningful relationships with Birkbeck alumni and friends. Harnessing the community's potential, to both support current students as well as to foster meaningful connections, is at the heart of her team’s work.
Laney Wang
Laney Wang (she/her), International Alumni Manager at Newcastle University, serves as Vice-Chair of CASE Multi-Cultural Network.
Laney started working in international education sector in 2013. She completed her masters degree in Marketing in Australia and has work experience in Australia, China and the UK.
Laney now works in the Alumni Relations team as part of Advancement Office in Newcastle university, focusing on international alumni engagement, working closely with alumni from across the globe. With her experience living and working in an international context, working with people from different cultures and backgrounds, she sees the importance and benefits to have talents from a diverse community, learning things from different perspectives. She also sees the struggles and challenges the community faces. She is passionate about providing support to this community and make a positive impact in our professional development.
Journeys Series
The Journeys Series showcases advancement professionals’ experiences, with a focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) challenges and successes. The aim is to celebrate achievements, inspire other members of the CASE community and share learnings which can encourage better practices.
Contributors will be featured on the Multi-Cultural Network webpage and in relevant CASE communication channels such as CASE Communities, social media platforms, newsletters and/or Currents magazine.
To contribute your journey, please complete our question document (Word). Please send your submission to Maeva Ofranc at mofranc@case.org
You can read the latest profiles within the Journey Series in the MCN News section below.
Dee Reid, Leeds Beckett University, discusses inclusion
Volunteer with us
E-mentoring
Join us as a mentor to support young professionals and newcomers while developing and refining your leadership skills.
We are always very keen to connect you with CASE talent! Email us at europe@case.org if you wish to be appointed to one of our talented graduates and/or interns from our 2023-2024 cohort.
If your institution is interested in hosting a CASE graduate and/or intern, email Maeva Ofranc at mofranc@case.org.
Speaking opportunity
If you would like to share your knowledge and expertise which align with our mission and objectives, we would love to hear from you! Contact Maeva Ofranc at mofranc@case.org.
We welcome speakers from all regions and background. We are committed to providing a collaborative environment that is free of discrimination based on the grounds of race, religion, or political beliefs, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexuality, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Events & Community
Spring Workshop
Transforming Your Students' Experiences: Fundraising for Targeted Scholarships
This online session explored how advancement teams can effectively support students through targeted scholarship fundraising.
Our expert panel discussed the pros and cons of targeted scholarships as part of an inclusive strategic policy in advancement from a multifaceted stakeholder approach.
From examining students' voices and analysing experienced inequalities, to exploring the role of decolonisation and the bridging of inequality gaps; this interactive workshop is packed with insights and tangible takeaways.
The recording of this session will be shared on this page shortly.
Lead a ToGather.
ToGathers are brainstorming and brainwriting sessions for professionals at all stage of their career to take the lead and remain engaged by discussing challenges, solutions, and supporting one another.
These discussions are taking place in a safe zone and therefore will not be recorded. However, highlights will be shared exclusively with the Multi-Cultural Network members.
If you are interested in leading a ToGather session, email Maeva Ofranc at mofranc@case.org.
Join our online community.
Membership of the Multi-Cultural Network is open to all CASE members.
Titles and range of duties will vary, but the members are willing to be active in championing DEI within their organisation or involved in promoting Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at any level.
Information from the network will be shared via CASE sharing tools and the CASE Multi-Cultural Network Community.
If you are interested in being part of the CASE Multi-Cultural Network, please email europe@case.org.
Sponsorship
Do you share the same values and would like to know how to support The Network's activities at CASE conferences?
Email Maeva Ofranc to learn how you can get involved.