Greater Manchester Civic University Agreement showcase

12th July 2023
The Greater Manchester Civic University Agreement commits the five higher education institutions - University of Bolton, Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Manchester, University of Salford and Royal Northern College of Music - in partnership with Greater Manchester Combined Authority to collective action around six priority areas of education and skills; reducing inequalities; jobs and growth; the digital economy; net zero; and the creative and cultural economy Statement from the five leaders of Greater Manchester’s universities and Mayor Andy Burnham - Greater Manchester Universities.
The Greater Manchester Civic University Agreement was signed in September 2020, and the group have been working together to deliver their commitment to Greater Manchester.
At this webinar, the Greater Manchester Civic University Board members shared their key achievements, challenges, lessons learnt, and its work with the 50 Greater Manchester residents that make up their Greater Manchester Citizens.
Professor Richard Jones - Chair of the Board & University of Manchester Representative
Vice-President, Regional Innovation and Civic Engagement and Professor of Materials Physics and Innovation Policy
Professor Sharon Handley - Manchester Metropolitan University Representative
Pro Vice Chancellor for Culture and Community - Manchester Metropolitan University
Professor Jennie Henley - Vice Chair of the Board & Royal Northern College Representative
Director of Programmes - Royal Northern College of Music
Mags Bradbury - Greater Manchester Civic University Board Secretary
Head of Social Responsibility & Civic Engagement, University of Manchester
Hosted by Civic University Network