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Jason Arday: Youngest ever black Professor at University of Cambridge

Liz Blamire

7th March 2023

Jason Arday is a sociologist and the youngest-ever black professor at the University of Cambridge. What is also remarkable, is that he did not speak until he was 11 years old and did not read and write until he was 18 years old. Jason was diagnosed as autistic aged 3.

Jason is particularly interested in the inequalities that young people face in education and life. Learn more about Jason's life and work: Cambridge University's Jason Arday becomes youngest black professor

Liz Blamire

Liz is the tutor2u subject lead for Health & Social Care. She is a former NHS midwife, an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, who has taught Health & Social Care in FE and secondary schools. Liz has extensive experience in qualification development, assessment writing, examining and moderation, and is a textbook author. Liz has an MEd in Inclusion and Special Educational Needs.

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