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Joining from a distance: Chairing and presenting at DSA2026
Cynthia Keza Birikudavyi, Development & Humanitarianism, University of Manchester (2025 Cohort) When I began my PhD in fall 2025, one of the first pieces of advice I received from people who had already been through the process was to make…
Read MoreConferencing Through my PhD: Spaces of Collaboration, Intellectualism and Growth
Reflecting on the opportunities that being an NWSSDTP funded student has offered her, Cara Mattu shares her experiences of attending and presenting at conferences.
Read MoreBridging Theory and Practice: Reflections from Fieldwork in Kisumu, Kenya
For many, undertaking overseas fieldwork can feel daunting. Enoch Kolawole writes about his recent experiences in Kenya, and how this has contributed to his desire to make an impact with his research.
Read More‘Step outside your comfort zone, put your research forward, and have an amazing time’.
For many, conference presenting is a daunting experience. Megan Hadfield talks discusses overcoming her nerves for a truly rewarding experience.
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