Date: Monday 10 June 2024
Time: 17:30 - 18:30
Location:
Curve Lecture Theatre (Level 0, Hunter Wing) followed by a reception in the Collaborative Space, and online via MS Teams,
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Please note: This is a hybrid event taking place in the Curve Lecture Theatre and online via MS Teams webinar. The event will not be recorded.
This event is for staff, students and alumni only.
The Science of Bias: Wrestling with Assumptions and Intersectionality
About this event
Join us for St George's Annual Equality, Diversity and Inclusion talk, Q&A and reception, The Science of Bias: Wrestling with Assumptions and Intersectionality with Professor Pragya Agarwal.
In this talk, Professor Pragya Agarwal will unravel the intricacies of bias, shedding light on the subtle forces that shape our perceptions and decisions. Drawing from personal experiences, scientific research, and real-world examples, Agarwal will explore how bias infiltrates various aspects of our lives, influencing workplaces, relationships, and societal structures.
The talk aims to dismantle stereotypes and prejudices, providing practical strategies to recognise and counter biases. Agarwal's engaging narrative will encourage self-reflection, urging the audience to confront their biases and contribute to fostering a more inclusive and equitable future. ‘The Science of Bias’ talk promises to be a compelling and insightful guide for those eager to navigate the complexities of bias.
About Professor Pragya Agarwal
Professor Pragya Agarwal is a distinguished behavioural and data scientist, currently serving as the Visiting Professor of Social Inequities and Injustice at Loughborough University in the UK, and a Visiting Fellow at University of Oxford.
Renowned for groundbreaking books like SWAY: Unravelling Unconscious Bias, (M)otherhood: On the Choices of Being a Woman and Wish We Knew What To Say: Talking with Children about Race, she challenges societal norms and is a sought-after consultant addressing bias, anti-racism, and social inclusion.
She has been recognised for her impactful advocacy and writing, and in 2023-24 awarded the Fulbright Scholar Award, a British Library Fellowship, and a Transmission Prize for ‘making complex scientific ideas accessible’. She contributes thought-provoking pieces to major publications, including The Guardian, Prospect, Forbes, Scientific American, Wired and New Scientist, and has established herself as a significant voice in contemporary discussions on women's rights.
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