EDI Film Project - Language Centre and Japanese Section (MLAL) Collaboration

This second semester, the Japanese Section (MLAL) and the Language Centre have been collaborating on an EDI Film Project. 16 students participated in three semi-structured sessions where they worked in groups to create a short video. These videos showcased aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion on campus and outside. The videos were screened to the UL community on Tuesday 23 April, where students introduced their topics before showing their videos.

Three prize categories were awarded: • Best depiction of culture shock • Best depiction of inclusion • Best depiction of mutual understanding In line with EDI principles, all students received the same prizes. After the awards ceremony, students mingled at a well-attended reception, with over 45 students and staff.

This project was possible thanks to the AHSS Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Fund 2023/24. Thank you to Dr Erika Marcet (MLAL) and Maura Casey and Zoë Lawlor (ULLC) for leading this project.