William Ackah is Senior Lecturer in Black and Community Geographies at Birkbeck, University of London. Jacqueline Darkwa is a documentary filmmaker and science communicator. Wayne A. Mitchell is Senior Teaching Fellow at Imperial College, London. De-Shaine Murray is a Wu Tsai Institute Postdoctoral Fellow at Yale University. Madina Wane is a research scientist working on vaccine development within the biotechnology industry and the co-founder of non-profit organisation, Black In Immuno.
“A must-read for understanding the complex realities faced by Black PhD students in UK academia today, offering personal insights into their experiences, emotions, systemic racism, institutional barriers, hopes and triumphs.” Richard Oreffo, Founder of The Cowrie Scholarship Foundation “This indispensable volume chronicles narratives on the Black PhD experience in the UK. It is an essential resource highlighting this marginalised yet powerful community, challenging readers to support racial justice and equity in academia and beyond.” Richard J. Reddick, The University of Texas at Austin “The Black PhD experience presents a rich and rare collection of diverse perspectives, capturing the nuanced journeys and challenges of Black doctoral candidates in UK academia. It is crucial for anyone seeking to understand the multifaceted experiences of these scholars.” Billy Wong, University of Reading “This book is a powerful and timely testimony to the lived experiences of Black PhD students as they navigate the institutionally racist system of higher education in the UK and, in many instances, succeed against the odds. The book contains valuable insights and offers hope for those who struggle for a future free from racism.” Leon Tikly, FAcSS, University of Bristol