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Thrive Together - Session Programme for 2026-27
Thrive Together - Session Programme for 2026-27
In-person group mentoring for disabled postgraduate researchers
In-person group mentoring for disabled postgraduate researchers
Session dates and themes
Session 1 - 5th November 2026. Time: 2-4 pm
Getting started when you’re stuck (procrastination/perfectionism)
Session 2 - 3rd December 2026. Time: 2-4 pm
Managing your time and PhD project as a disabled PGR
Session 3 - 7th January 2027. Time: 2-4 pm
Navigating supervisor relationships as a disabled PGR
Session 4 - 4th February 2027. Time: 2-4 pm
Managing wellbeing, anxiety and energy levels as a disabled PGR
Session 5 - 4th March 2027. Time: 2-4 pm
Navigating imposter syndrome as a disabled PGR
Session 6 - 1st April 2027. Time: 2-4 pm
Navigating Leave of Absence (LOA) and returning to your PhD as a disabled PGR
Session 7 - 6th May 2027. Time: 2-4 pm
Managing when things are not going to plan: Coping with ‘failure’ as a disabled PGR
Session 8 - 3rd June 2027. Time: 2-4 pm
Managing conferences and public speaking as a disabled PGR
Session 9 - 1st July 2027. Time: 2-4 pm
Managing your VIVA and Confirmation Review as a disabled PGR
Session 10 - 5th August 2027. Time: 2-4 pm
Finishing and completing when you can’t
All sessions include a facilitated mentoring hour followed by an optional informal social space. You are welcome to attend the first hour only if that works better for you.
Book your space via MyDevelopment by clicking below.
The location for each of these sessions is the Belonging Building 210 Portobello.
"Empowering your research journey, one step at a time."
"Empowering your research journey, one step at a time."
Thrive Together: Group Mentoring for Disabled PGRs
Thrive Together: Group Mentoring for Disabled PGRs
Thrive Together is a group mentoring programme for postgraduate researchers who identify as disabled, neurodivergent, having specific learning difficulties (SpLDs), chronic conditions, or long-term mental health diagnoses. It offers a calm, supportive space to connect with others who understand the realities of undertaking a PhD alongside health, access needs, and fluctuating energy.
The focus is on shared experience, reflection, and connection, rather than advice-giving or performance.
We warmly invite disabled postgraduate researchers and colleagues who support PGRs to help spread the word.
What to expect
What to expect
Each session runs for two hours and is structured in two clear parts:
Hour 1: Guided group mentoring
Facilitated by a specialist mentor
Focused on one clear theme
Gentle, discussion-based format
Multiple ways to participate: listening, speaking, or contributing in writing
Whole-group discussion, followed by smaller groups, and a relaxed wrap-up
Hour 2: PGR-led social time (optional)
Informal, peer-led space
Light, no-pressure activities
Refreshments provided
Participants can stay for as long or as little as feels comfortable
You are very welcome to attend only the first hour if that works better for you.
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