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Bright Network Proud to B 2023

19 Oct 2023, 1 p.m. — Virtual
Application deadline was 15th October 2023, 11:59 p.m.

Bright Network Proud to B is taking place virtually on 19th October. We're excited to invite our LGBTQ+ and ally members to meet leading employers from a range of sectors, all of whom are committed to creating truly diverse and inclusive work places.

Why attend?

With only 46% of LGBTQ+ students (according to Bright Network research) feeling confident about securing a role after university, Proud to B provides you with opportunities to:

  • Upskill in employer-led sessions
  • Gain top tips for creating stand-out CVs and cover letters
  • Learn how to make a strong first impression in your interviews and assessment centres

Plus...

  • Discover top employers, including Clyde & Co, HSBC and Rothschild & Co, who are passionate about diversifying the workforce and ensuring their organisations are inclusive environments
  • Speak with firm representatives and ask them your questions about being authentic at work, succeeding in application processes and more

Apply now to attend Proud to B and kickstart your career in a dedicated, safe and inclusive environment.

 

We’re aware not everyone may be ready to “come out” in professional situations, but may still want to explore inclusive employers and learn from other people’s experiences. This event is open to allies as well as members of the LBGTQ+ community, and you are under no obligation to share personal details. Attendees are welcome to share as much or as little detail about themselves as they’d like through their name, photo and bio on the virtual events platform. There are networking opportunities at this event, but you are welcome to keep your camera turned off if it would make you feel more comfortable. 

Why attend

Gain key insights

Improve your industry knowledge and learn from leading employers how to succeed in your applications, interviews and assessment centres

Be inspired

Hear from employer representatives who were once in your shoes about their career journeys and how they approach authenticity at work

Get answers to your questions

Ask questions to employer representatives, grow your network and meet like-minded peers

Who can attend

Students at UK universities who graduated in 2023 or are graduating in 2024, 2025, 2026 or 2027

Identify as LGBTQ+ or an ally to the community

Additional skills gained from extracurricular activities/work experience will be viewed favourably

Employers joining us

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Schedule

19 Oct 2023

1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

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At 1pm attendees will be able to join a pre-event networking skills session. Gain top networking tips, practise your introduction (optional) and meet other attendees.

1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Bright Network introduction and welcome

Including a keynote talk from Clyde & Co

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Skills sessions

Led by Rothschild & Co and SMBC

3 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Break

3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Panel: Authenticity at work

4:15 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Networking

5 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Takeaways and next steps

Chat

What people say about this event

Excellent speakers giving talks regarding important LGBT Issues. Thank you!

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Previous attendee

Very insightful afternoon with lots of shared experiences from speakers and fellow students.

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James Pham

Thank you to the keynote speakers and to Bright Network for organising and delivering such as inspirational event which will allow many, including myself, to express our true selves at work and to not care about what others think.

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Previous attendee
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Frequently asked questions

Please note all timings on the agenda for Bright Network Proud to B correspond with British Summer Time (BST).

Attendees will not need to have their camera or microphone on to participate in the sessions. You are free to ask questions via the chat function on the virtual event platform instead.

If you have any questions about attending Bright Network Proud to B, we have gathered all the most frequently asked questions here.

For information on inclusivity measures at the event, take a look at the Proud to B 2023 DEIB and accessibility page.

You can also take a look at our Support Hub for further questions. If you require anything else, please get in touch with our Events Team - events@brightnetwork.co.uk. 

To confirm your place at the event, you may be contacted by call or text by the Bright Network team. Please make sure your details are all correct and up-to-date on your profile.