Africa Research Interest Group
At ARU, the Africa Research Interest Group promotes research and scholarly activity that draws on African knowledge systems and themes.
Read more about the GroupWe're proud to celebrate Black History Month and this year's theme: Reclaiming Narratives.
Here you can read about the achievements of some of our graduates and honorary degree holders, who are making a difference in fields as diverse as law, economics, film and healthcare. You can also join the Olaudah Equiano Annual Lecture on Race Justice, delivered this year by activist and politician Lord Simon Woolley.
At ARU, the Africa Research Interest Group promotes research and scholarly activity that draws on African knowledge systems and themes.
Read more about the GroupThis month we're joined by Lord Simon Woolley, an equalities activist, politician, and the founder and director of Operation Black Vote. Lord Woolley will be examining ways of improving political participation and representation in leadership roles.
We've received a Bronze Race Equality Charter award, acknowledging our work to address structural and cultural barriers facing staff and students.
See why we received the Bronze awardOur Race Equality Advocates are a team of students who lead and deliver anti-racist activities at ARU, including developing diversification guidance.
Discover our Advocates' workExploring topics related to race equality, the Unlearn Series includes 'Lightbulb' events which are open to students, staff and the wider community.
Read more about the Unlearn Series