Black Pharma

We're absolutely thrilled with the incredible response to our 'Together We Can' Annual Summit! The positive feedback and energy have been overwhelming. The content and conversations were truly inspiring and powerful. We were blown away by the strong messages and actionable takeaways that resonated with everyone, regardless of their career stage. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible panellists, keynote speaker, and attendees for making this event such a success. Your passion, insights, and contributions were invaluable. We're also incredibly grateful to our generous sponsors for their support and commitment to our mission. Your contributions helped make this event possible and provided attendees with valuable resources and opportunities. We extend our gratitude to everyone who helped make 'Together We Can' 2024 an amazing success. Let's continue to push boundaries and shatter glass ceilings together! We look forward to seeing you all again next year for another unforgettable Black Pharma Annual Summit! #BlackPharma #TogetherWeCan #AnnualSummit #BreakingTheGlassCeiling #ThankYou

We will be closed for the holidays and will reopen on 20th January 2025. As we wrap up another year, we want to express our sincere gratitude to our incredible community. Your dedication, support, and passion have been instrumental in driving our mission forward. Together with our diversity partners, we've made significant strides in creating a more inclusive and equitable pharmaceutical industry through mentoring, networking, disease awareness, events, and numerous job opportunities. We closed the year with a busy awards season, receiving recognition and accolades for our notable impact. Black Pharma was honoured for our partnership with the Impact Africa Summit 2024, themed "Expanding the Pharmaceutical Value Chain through Inclusion of Sub-Saharan Africa in Global Clinical Trials." We were also recognised by the Reach Society for our contributions to creating access for young people in STEM careers. Our team attended the 2024 Foundervine Future Awards, celebrating our past win as the 2023 Social Enterprise of the Year and passing the baton to this year's winner. We look forward to an even more impactful year ahead. Thank you for being a part of our journey. Wishing you Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! #BlackPharma #Christmas #NewYear #Community #DiversityAndInclusion

GSK is offering exciting apprenticeship opportunities in a variety of fields: • Manufacturing • Engineering • R&D • Supply Chain • Data Science Earn while developing essential skills for a successful career and gain valuable experience. Visit https://lnkd.in/edEHwF6X to learn more about the available apprenticeships and for details of how to apply. #GSK #Apprenticeships #STEMcareers #BlackPharma #PharmaJobs #ScienceCareers #HealthcareCareers

Currently on our job board Takeda UK and Ireland have 3 industrial placement opportunities as part of the 2025 Takeda Industrial Placement Program, starting in July 2025. Are you looking for a 12-month Industrial Placement as part of your undergraduate sandwich degree? If so, be empowered to take charge of your future at Takeda – winners of the Global and UK Top Employer for the 7th consecutive year. Takeda have one placement available in the External Affairs team, one Placement available in Regulatory Affairs, and multiple Marketing placements available. Based in Central London, with some flexibility around remote work. Visit the Black Pharma job board here: https://lnkd.in/edEHwF6X and filter by company name ‘Takeda’ for more information and details on how to apply. #BlackPharma #opportunitiesInPharma PharmaJobs #PharmaCareers

We are thrilled to share the incredible impact of our 2024 Mentoring Programme, which ran from January to June 2024. With the support of our partners, Pfizer UK and Bristol Myers Squibb UK & Ireland, we provided six months of dedicated one-to-one mentoring. Our participants were spread across Europe, North America, and Africa. Key highlights include: • 200+ mentoring meetings held • 80% of mentee goals achieved • 93% positive feedback from participants • Mutual Growth: Mentors and mentees alike gained valuable insights and skills Our mentors and mentees have shared transformative experiences, with many expressing a desire to continue their mentoring relationships. This success underscores the importance of continued support and networking to nurture a diverse and equitable workforce in the Pharma industry. As we look forward to our 2025 cohort kicking off in January, we are excited to announce that this will be our biggest programme yet, in participants, partnerships, and most importantly, impact. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to get involved, please contact us at partnerships@blackpharma.org. Together, let's create access and enable success! #BlackPharma #Mentoring #Diversity #Inclusion #PharmaIndustry #CareerDevelopment

Black Pharma had the privilege of partnering with and attending the 5th Impact Africa Summit (IASPharma) in Lagos, Nigeria. This year's theme, “Expanding the Pharmaceutical Value Chain through Inclusion of Sub-Saharan Africa in Global Clinical Trials,” resonates deeply with our mission to increase representation and inclusivity within the pharmaceutical industry. The summit provided a platform for engaging discussions with over 500 regional and international researchers, pharma leaders, regulatory bodies, and drug manufacturers. We explored ways to enhance human resources, infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks to foster innovation and sustainable industrialisation in Sub-Saharan Africa. Key Takeaways from IAS 2024: · Disease Burden vs. Clinical Trials: Africa bears over 20% of the world’s disease burden but hosts only about 2% of global clinical trials. This disparity highlights the urgent need for increased support and infrastructure. · Support for R&D: Government and pharmaceutical company support for research and development in Sub-Saharan Africa is crucial for building robust infrastructure and participating in global trials. · Regulatory Harmonisation: Countries in the Sub-Saharan region are making significant strides in harmonising regulatory frameworks to ensure swift and efficient approvals. Why Emerging Markets Matter: · Faster Growth: The rapidly growing population in Sub-Saharan Africa is driving increased demand for healthcare. · Unique Needs: Leveraging the region's diverse demographics and unique disease burdens can accelerate drug development and improve global healthcare outcomes. At Black Pharma, we are dedicated to addressing underrepresentation in the industry, bringing diversity of thought, and fostering inclusivity in research and healthcare. We are proud to collaborate with IAS and Xcene Research, pioneers in the industry, specialising in the Sub-Saharan Africa market. We look forward to continuing this collaboration and driving meaningful change together. #BlackPharma #DiversityandInclusion

As we close out the year, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on the lessons we’ve gained from Together We Can: Breaking Glass Ceilings. The energy and insights shared at the Black Pharma Annual Summit were a testament to the power of collaboration, storytelling, and action. Through the incredible contributions of our keynote speakers, panelists, and participants, we explored not only the barriers that exist in the pharmaceutical industry but also the pathways to overcoming them. From strategies to navigate senior leadership to fostering true allyship, the takeaways were invaluable for anyone striving to make a difference in their career and community. But reflection is just the beginning. The real challenge lies in how we use these learnings to shape the future: • What actions can you take to drive meaningful change in your career or organisation? • How can we each sponsor or mentor and uplift others on their journeys? • What goals will you set in 2025 to continue breaking barriers in your own sphere of influence? This is a moment to think ahead, not just for ourselves but for the communities we represent and the legacy we want to leave. Let’s carry forward the momentum, supporting and inspiring one another to shatter even more glass ceilings in the coming year. We’d love to hear your thoughts: What’s one lesson you’ll carry into 2025? How will you turn reflection into action? Let’s continue the conversation and, together, redefine what’s possible. Marcia Philbin, Hon. DSc PhD FRSC CChem FAPM, Dominick Kennerson, Emmanuel Okoye, Tina Taylor, #TogetherWeCan #Breakingtheglassceilings #InclusionMatters #BlackPharma #twc

Access, Accelerate and Advocacy🏆 Three actionable words I had the privilege of learning about at the Foundervine Future Awards 2024! Black Pharma was cordially invited as a past winner of the Foundervine 2023 Changemaker Awards for Social Enterprise Of The Year and it was amazing to witness the new winners for this year’s Future Awards 2024. I felt honoured to be amongst other entrepreneurs that have accelerated their businesses and made a significant impact toward ‘CHANGE’! I am incredibly proud to be part of a strong team Black Pharma and looking forward to great prospects in 2025. Personally inspired to keep pushing for change and delivering QUALITY excellence through professional training and development via Clinical Research Mastermind and pushing for Equity in Women’s Health Research #ClinicalInsightsForWomen Let’s continue to work together Championing Excellence In Entrepreneurship and Innovation Foundervine 💫 Yannick Foh Clive Adjetey Sowah MRSC Jennifer Amponsah Adjalo Stephanie Oyesola Izzy Obeng Cecil Adjalo #Foundervine #ChampioningExcellence #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #AwardsCeremony #BlackPharma #Diversity

Become a Black Pharma mentor or tag a potential mentor! We're thrilled to announce that our Black Pharma Mentoring Programme has received an overwhelming response from aspiring mentees. To meet this demand, we're seeking more professionals to guide and support our next generation of industry leaders. The Mentoring Programme is a remote-based programme designed to provide six months of dedicated one-to-one support to mentees with 0-3 years’ experience who aspire to, or are in the early stages of their careers in Pharma. Are you an experienced professional in the pharmaceutical industry? If so, we invite you to become a mentor and share your knowledge and expertise. By becoming a mentor, you'll not only be helping to shape the future of the industry but also contributing to a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Apply to be a mentor today! https://ow.ly/6o8C50UaRh4 Tag a potential mentor who could make a difference. Together, we can create a brighter future for professionals in pharma. #BlackPharma #Mentorship #PharmaceuticalIndustry #DiversityAndInclusion #BecomeAMentor #ClinicalResearch

Today, on International Men's Day, we acknowledge the significant contributions of men to the pharmaceutical industry. From groundbreaking research to compassionate patient care, men play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare. Let's especially recognise the challenges faced by minority men in the industry and celebrate their resilience and determination as they break glass ceilings. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the men who have contributed to Black Pharma this past year. Balancing family life, professional careers, and community involvement is no easy feat. Your dedication to inspiring future generations and creating a more diverse and inclusive pharmaceutical industry is truly commendable. #InternationalMensDay #MensHealth #DiversityAndInclusion #PharmaceuticalIndustry #BlackMenInSTEM