The HERDSA Pedagogy of Student Belonging & Wellbeing SIG met on the 27th August 2026, with around 30 people registered. Hosted via Zoom, the meeting was a lovely opportunity to reconnect after the HERDSA Conference, welcome new members and revisit what we hope to achieve together.

Members introduced themselves and shared the different ways they are supporting student belonging and wellbeing through teaching, curriculum design, accessibility and inclusion, professional practice, research and institutional initiatives. It was wonderful to hear about the breadth of experience and interest across the group.

We also used a Padlet to share practical ideas, resources, areas of expertise and possible topics for future collaboration. The Padlet remains open, so members can continue the conversation and add ideas when convenient: Please email us for the link herdsasigpsbw@gmail.com .

The meeting reminded us how valuable it is to have a supportive community where educators can share ideas, build connections and encourage one another. We look forward to continuing the conversation and welcoming members to future meetings. Further information and resources will be shared through the SIG’s LinkedIn group. Join the HERDSA Pedagogy of Student Belonging and Wellbeing SIG goto LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14727248/

Further information: herdsasigpsbw@gmail.com