Genders, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - GEDI

The Genders, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (GEDI) Working Group of MCAA (former Gender Equality and Diversity for Mobile Researchers in Science Working Group) has been active since 2014. In the past years, the WG has been moving from a specific focus on enhancing the inclusion of women in research to a broader scope: promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in research beyond any individual characteristic. Among the primary goals of the WG is to investigate challenges and develop possible solutions in order to boost equity, diversity, and inclusion at all research career stages – from early stages towards leadership levels. Another goal is to ensure that MCAA itself stands for and implements fair treatment of any underrepresented group in all our activities.


GEDI WG has organized several workshops, seminars, and conference sessions and collaborated with several organizations with similar goals. Its current and future activities aim to reach a broader audience and engage more people, including policymakers, to participate in the debate for equal opportunities in career development and for a healthier work-life balance. 

Chair: Jenny Elmaco
Vice Chair: Luana Parisi

Equity & Inclusion Roadmap Task Force
Chair: Praveen Kumar
Co-Chair :Gianna Avellis

Task Force on Global Mobility, Intersectionality, and Brain Circulation
Chair: Ashiqur Rahman
Co-Chair: Nazik Ogretmen

ResearchAbility Taskforce
Chair: Mariya Evtimova-Gardair
 Co-Chair: Olatz López Fernández

Family & Career Inclusivity Task Force 
Chair: Magda Theodoridou

*New* Task Force on Mental Health
Chair: Francisco Valente Gonçalves
Co-Chair: Dunja Jelenkovic 

Members are encouraged to join any of the Task Forces that are of interest to them.

Contact us!

gedi@mariecuriealumni.eu

 

Membership of the Chapter is free

But we hope you will contribute your energy and enthusiasm to support our activities

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OUR BOARD

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Jenny Lind Elmaco

Working Group Chair
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Luana Parisi

Working Group Vice Chair
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Md Ashiqur Rahman

Task Force Leader
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Mariya Evtimova-Gardair

Task Force Leader
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Magdalini Theodoridou

Task Force Leader

Latest Events

[Invitation] Global Ministerial Dialogue on Science Diplomacy, UNESCO Paris and online, 25-26 March

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Multistakeholder High-level Conference on Science Diplomacy 25 March 2025 - 9:30 am - 26 March 2025 - 6:00 pm Location UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France and Online

Join the dialogue at HER SCIENCE SPARKS 2.0 in Madrid

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HER SCIENCE SPARKS 2.0 is coming to Madrid! Celebrate International Women’s Day with us with Conversations, Curiosities, and Changemaking. Get ready to be inspired by trailblazing women in science, technology, engineering, and math—along with passionate advocates for women’s empowerment. We’ll also honor the 30th Anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the most groundbreaking roadmap ever created for advancing women’s rights.

1st Gender Equity and Research Symposium (GEaRs)

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Join us for a special event on International Day of the Girl as we proudly present the 1st Gender Equity and Research Symposium (GEaRs), organized in collaboration with the Genders, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Working Group of the Marie Curie Alumni Association and the UAL Equality Unit. Taking place on Friday, October 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the University of Almería (UAL) in Spain, with both in-person and hybrid formats available, this symposium offers an exciting opportunity to engage in an interactive dialogue on advancing Gender Equity in Research.

MCAA Around the World Webinar with Switzerland Chapter on Science Diplomacy! Title: “Exploring the Vital Role of Science Diplomacy and Evidence-Based Policy in Educating Future Scientists", Date & Time: Friday 14 June 2024, 1700-1830 CEST

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We're thrilled to invite you to our upcoming MCAA Around the World webinar with the MCAA Swiss Chapter on science diplomacy and evidence-based policy! In this insightful session, experts will delve into how science diplomacy and evidence-based policy shape the education and careers of future scientists. Discover how these crucial elements drive innovation, international collaboration, and informed decision-making!