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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.

Contact us!

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Events

Events

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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PAST
6 Nov 2024 01:00
Co-organised by the MCAA

by Genders, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - GEDI

Women in Science for the Building of a World of Peace
Women in Science play a key and indispensable role in building a world of peace, security, conflict resolution and in finding solutions for peace and development. Join the conversations!

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PAST
11 Oct 2024 02:00
Spain Almeria
Co-organised by the MCAA

by Genders, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - GEDI

1st Gender Equity and Research Symposium (GEaRs)
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.

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General
PAST
14 Jun 2024 02:00
Organised by the MCAA

by General

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
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!

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PAST
13-15 Jun 2023
Hungary Budapest
Organised by others

by General

2nd Conference of the Researcher Mental Health Observatory (ReMO 2023)
THEME: "Evidence-Based Interventions for Fostering Healthy Academic Workplaces"

The ReMO COST Action focuses on wellbeing and mental health within academia, a theme of strategic importance for the European Research Area and beyond. We would like to invite our fellow researchers and practitioners to critically think about reporting on Evidence-Based Interventions for Fostering Healthy Academic Workplaces. How can stakeholders in the research environment develop interventions tackling this challenge in a rapidly changing world? We therefore hope for an inspiring conference with presentations, workshops and keynotes that will not only showcase the newest findings about the cognitive, motivational, and emotional aspects of Researcher Mental Health and Well-being, but will also be a place to discuss the global challenges that shape the present and will define the future of our research workplaces.

The conference will be a hybrid conference within the context of the ReMO COST Action with free online participation and in-person attendance at the Central European University in Budapest, Hungary.

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