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Genders, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - GEDI

6 Board Members
256 Members
2014 EST.

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.

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Events

Events

PAST
16 Mar 2026 15:30
Organised by others

by Genders, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - GEDI

Join us for the UN CSW70 Virtual Parallel Event - Advancing Gender-Responsive Justice: Regional Perspectives and Pathways Forward
Access to justice is a cornerstone of gender equality, democratic governance, and sustainable peace. Despite normative progress at global and national levels, women and girls continue to face systemic barriers to justice, including discriminatory laws and practices, weak enforcement, economic exclusion, technology-facilitated violence, and under-representation in justice and decision-making institutions.
The 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) focuses on “Ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls, including by promoting inclusive and equitable legal systems, eliminating discriminatory laws, policies, and practices, and addressing structural barriers.” This parallel event responds directly to the priority theme by grounding global commitments in regional realities, while fostering cross-organizational dialogue and accountability.

MCAA GEDI Working Group is joining the conversation in this event organised by the International Federation for Business and Professional Women with Magda Theodoridou, MCAA GEDI Task Force lead as Moderator and Jen Elmaco, MCAA GEDI Chair as one of the Panelists.

16 March 15:30 - 17:00 CET over Zoom.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WPJRGcvASdqKi9IbE_bMkA

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PAST
12 Sep 2025 02:00
Co-organised by the MCAA

by General

Science Summit UN GA: Women-Led Scientific Collaborations Advancing Gender-Inclusive Innovation for the SDGs
The Marie Curie Alumni Assoc Genders Equity Diversity & Inclusion WG, together with BPW International, is proud to be co-hosting a session at the Science Summit 2025 in New York, part of the United Nations General Assembly 80, taking place from 9–26 September 2025.

The Summit will focus on the essential role of science in addressing societal challenges while respecting planetary boundaries to advance global well-being.

Our session, "STEMpower: Women-Led Scientific Collaborations Advancing Gender-Inclusive Innovation for the SDGs", will be held on 12 September at 17:00 CET. It will highlight how women-led collaborations strengthen research and translate evidence into equitable impact.

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PAST
7 Mar 2025 01:00
Spain Madrid
Organised by the MCAA

by Genders, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - GEDI

Join the dialogue at HER SCIENCE SPARKS 2.0 in Madrid
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.

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PAST
11 Feb 2025 01:00
Organised by the MCAA

by Genders, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - GEDI

Join Us on 11 February for Her Science Sparks: Conversations, Curiosities, and Changemaking!
In celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, you’re invited to a vibrant virtual panel discussion organized by MCAA GEDI WG as part of the MEDNIGHT project and in collaboration with the MCAA Spain-Portugal Chapter.

We’ll be showcasing the Ask a Scientist initiative, where children pose their burning questions to inspiring women in STEM. Hear from a lineup of brilliant speakers who will share their journeys, research, and advice on how to spark curiosity, drive innovation, and champion gender equality in science. The session will include short presentations followed by a Q&A forum.

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