MTSA | #BlackLivesMatter and Cultural Shifts

Timing:

Accessing the remote QS:

17:20 ~ Zoom 'room' will be open. Ensure that you have joined before the QS is due to start.

17:30 ~ Talk followed by Q&A

19:30 approx ~ QS finishes

Please note that, exceptionally, this remote QS will take place via Zoom.  A link for the 'meeting room' will be sent by email between 12-24 hours before the scheduled start time.

It is preferable to join the QS on a laptop, but if that’s not possible then use your phone/tablet. 

Click here to see our Ten Tips for attending Online QS.

Event Details: 

Amidst the global protests, we have seen widespread condemnation of racism. This session will explore the strong and varied societal responses that have ensued in the aftermath.

Main speaker: Master Elaine Banton

Master Banton will give a talk on Zoom, followed by Q &A and contributions.

Elaine Banton specialises in employment, equalities and discrimination law. She is co-author of the chapter on Human Rights and Employment Law for Tolley’s Employment Law. She was named a ‘Pro Bono Hero for 2009’ by the Attorney General’s Office. Elaine is a member of the Temple Women’s Forum Committee, Co-Chair of the Bar Council’s Equality Diversity and Social Mobility Committee and on the Bar Council’s GMC. She was also a Finalist for the ‘First 100 Years Inspirational Woman of the Year Award’, Barrister of the Year 2019.

Dress Code:

Smart-casual.  Given the speakers are professionals and may be working before they speak, whilst we don't expect attendees to be dressed in suits, we do expect you to look presentable.

We expect you to be able to participate with audio and video, so all attendees can be seen.

Guests:

This event is open to Members of all four Inns.  Members of Lincoln's, Gray's and Inner should email education@middletemple.org.uk to book a ticket.  First come first served.

Qualifying Session Details:

For Middle Temple students and transferring lawyers - this event counts as one Qualifying Session.  To be awarded the QS for this event you are required to join the StarLeaf meeting on time and stay for the whole event (please see timings at the top of this page). 

In order to verify your attendance: Prior to joining the meeting, ensure that you have entered your full name.  We will be able to see who has attended online and will update the QS records accordingly (within 10 working days).

Please Note:

Times and details are subject to change.  Please check this webpage for the most up to date information.

Data Protection & Photography at this Event:

Please be aware that photography, audio and video recording may take place at our events. These may be used for promotional purposes by the Inn, including in printed publications, on our website, and on our social media accounts. If you do not wish to have your photograph taken or to have images of you used, please alert the EducationTeam at the start of the event. We are unable to guarantee that you will not be included in the background of photographs that are being taken. Contact: president@middletemplestudents.com or communications@middletemplestudents.com

All personal data that the Inn stores and processes is held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Inn’s Data Protection Policy. You can ask the Inn to stop using your images at any time, or request to see the personal data that the Inn holds on you. For more information please visit the Data Protection page  http://www.middletemple.org.uk/about-us/data-protection

Booking Tickets:

Members of the Inn can book tickets online by clicking ‘Add to Cart’.  Please note that you must log in to book (if you have not yet created a log-in please register first). 

Members of Lincoln's, Gray's and Inner should email education@middletemple.org.uk to book a ticket.  First come first served.

Unless the event sells out earlier, booking will close at 16:00 on the day before the event.

Please note: You cannot book a ticket online for another member of the Inn if that member needs the Qualifying Session assigned to their record. They must log in and book their own ticket, or alternatively contact the Treasury Office.

Cancellations:

Where we have a waiting list we will be able to offer your ticket to someone else, so please do let us know if you are no longer planning to attend.

To cancel a ticket please email education@middletemple.org.uk