The MRC WIMM Community for Parents and Carers

Starting a family, including going through pregnancy and taking maternity/parental leave, often happen during a critical career stage and there are many evolving challenges as children grow up. Similarly, caring for elder family members or those with disabilities can be exceedingly difficult to balance with working life. Parents and carers face challenges with time management, being pulled in different directions and feelings of isolation, which can be exacerbated further when staff or students with families are new to Oxford/the UK and may have left their existing support networks behind. The WCPC unites all WIMM staff and students with caring responsibilities from across the building and provides an opportunity for them to share challenges, seek advice, and provide support for each other in their careers and family lives.

Upcoming socials & events

Come and meet other parents and carers to share experiences and advice, discuss the impact of caring on professional life, and form a community of support.

3 - 4 pm on Thursday 25th July in the Conference Room

10 - 11 am on Tuesday 20th August

3 - 4 pm on Thursday 24th October

3 - 4 pm on Wednesday 20th November

10 - 11 am on Tuesday 10th December

Upcoming Workshop: 11 am - 1 pm on Monday 23rd September in the Seminar Room Boundaries Matter: Work-Life Integration Workshop with Rachel Vecht

Join us for an insightful workshop designed to help working parents and carers establish effective boundaries to achieve better work-life integration. Delivered by Educating Matters, this workshop will provide practical strategies and support, followed by an informal discussion over a provided lunch.

contact us

 The WCPC can be contacted at WCPC@imm.ox.ac.uk

The Committee