Thanks so much to @jess-rickenback.bsky.social for organising such a fantastic symposium and workshop!

We’re experiencing technical difficulties but will have the presentations up ASAP. Sorry for the delay and thank you to everyone for your patience 🙏

The effects of these new guidelines will likely take years to see, but it’s unfortunate that so many people are becoming collateral damage. (6/6)

These changes affect many immigrants from diverse backgrounds. I wanted to share my experience but I know I am just one of many impacted. For those of us who have worked hard to make a life in the UK, these changes are deeply discouraging and will likely hinder growth and development in the UK (5/6)

After investing so much in building a life here, it’s disheartening to feel that our future in the UK is now so uncertain. These changes aren’t just policies—they’re life-altering barriers for those of us who have made the UK our home (4/6)

Reducing the graduate visa from 3 years to 18 months for PhDs (and 2 years to 18 months for other graduates ) limits the time to establish connections and find jobs. Furthermore, extending the residency requirement to 10 years means more uncertainty for many who are working toward residency (3/6)

I’ve dedicated years to building a life here and my plan was to extend my visa for 3 years to develop my career, secure a fellowship or postdoc, and eventually work toward residency on a skilled worker or global talent visa. These new guidelines put that future at risk. (2/6)

Also a special thanks to my amazing supervisors, Caroline Lehmann (@caroaceae.bsky.social) and Graham Stone, for your unwavering guidance and support over the last 4+ years! #DreamTeam