About this Event
PLEASE NOTE IN PERSON REGISTRATION WILL CLOSEFRIDAY 15 MARCH 2024
We would like to invite you to attend the annual event for IGNITE and EDI+ Networks which will take place on 20 March 2024, from 12pm in the University of Manchester. There is an option to join virtually for those who cannot attend in person.
Join us for an exciting afternoon which will start with lunch and followed by project updates, guest speakers and a panel discussion rounded off with a networking reception, confirmed speakers include:
- Prof Becky Lunn, MBE, University of Strathclyde, Director of IGNITE Network
- Prof Simone Abram, University of Durham, Director of EDI+ Network
- Lizzie Gibney, Senior Reporter, Nature
- Prof Jonathan Saha, EDI+, Durham University
IGNITE Flexible funded projects including
- PEERS - Pathways for Equal access to the Energy Research Sector, Dr Stewart Beattie (University of Strathclyde)
- Assessing the Use of Natural Language Processing NLP in Reviewing STEM Research Grant Applications, Dr Gloria Castro Quintero (University of Strathclyde)
- Energising Equity: Co-developing a Framework for the inclusion of neurodivergent energy researchers, Dr Vanda Papafilippou (University of the West of England)
- ”Did This Really Happen?! - Fighting sexism in science one comic strip at a time”, Dr. Kirstie Wright (British Geological Survey) and Dr. Lucía Pérez-Díaz (Neftex, Halliburton)
There is no charge for attending the event, and for those who wish to attend in person, but do not have access to funding, there is a small Carer/Hardship Award Scheme available, virtual attendees may apply for carer support if applicable. The closing date for all applications is Wednesday 6 March 2024. See below for more information.
Should you have any questions about the event in the meantime please do not hesitate to email us: [email protected]
Who should join
Anyone with an interest in Equality/Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in the Energy Research and STEM sector and beyond.
Provisional Programme (subject to change)
12:00 – 12:45 Lunch and registration
12:45 – 13:00 Welcome
- Prof Simone Abram, Durham University, Director of
- Prof Becky Lunn MBE, University of Strathclyde, Director of
13:00 - 13:30 IGNITE Prescribed Activities
- PA3 Diversity awareness and representation in energy publications
13:30 - 14:00 EDI+ Fellowship programme
- Introducing the Fellows
- Molly Westby, Durham University, EDI+ Network Project Manager: EDI+ Fellowship Scheme 2024
14:00 – 14:40 IGNITE Flexible Funding
- Find out more about the IGNITE
- Claire Scott, University of Strathclyde, Programme Manager: EDI Challenges Flexible Funding call
14:40 – 15:00 Tea/ Coffee break
15:00 - 17: 00 Guest Speakers and panel discussion
- Lizzie Gibney, Senior Reporter, : How UK science is failing Black researchers
- Prof Jonathan Saha, Durham University: The Broken pipeline
17:00 – 18:00 Networking Reception with drinks and canapes
Venue
M13 9PL
Carer/ Hardship Fund
As part of our commitment to our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion [see our EDI action plan], the IGNITE Network+ is pleased to announce a Carer/ Hardship Fund, which will provide funding to support network full members with some of the costs associated with attendance at IGNITE Network+ conference, events and activities, this can be in person or virtual. Applications will be judged on their individual merits, but this might include support towards travel, overnight accommodation costs; caring costs (e.g. childcare, or to support care of elderly or disabled adult relatives) and/or support for those with accessibility needs (travel, audio-visual, personal help).
You must join the network as a full member to be eligible to apply for the carer / hardship fund. There is no charge for membership. Once you have joined the network, you can complete the online application https://forms.office.com/e/qxR4V134Wm
The closing date for application is Wednesday 6 March 2024.
What is the I GNITE Network+
The EPSRC-funded IGNITE network+ (Innovation and Growth Needs Inclusion and engagement of all Talent in Energy research) is a four-year project which was established in September 2022 with £1.25m. It aims to support sustainable, abundant, clean and equitable energy for all, by harnessing the talents of energy researchers from all backgrounds. To achieve the changes to energy systems needed to meet net-zero carbon by 2050 requires innovation, and its translation into industry, at pace. Research has shown that diversity in the workforce, if managed effectively, increases innovation, brings greater scientific impact and improves economic growth. Increased diversity in energy researchers will significantly improve our chances of successful transition to net zero by 2050.
The IGNITE Network+ will address diversity issues by:
• collecting data that can expose systemic inequality;
• designing, testing and implementing disruptive initiatives;
• monitoring the success of interventions and activities; identifying, disseminating and encouraging good practice.
Principal Investigator, Professor Rebecca Lunn from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Strathclyde said:
“IGNITE Network+ will focus on transforming diversity by critically evaluating systemic inequalities at each stage in the career pathways of energy researchers. We will design and implement initiatives to remove barriers to success for underrepresented individuals and monitor the performance of these initiatives.
“In parallel, we will work to support individuals from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds through a mixture of organisational interventions, mentorship, advice and advocacy.”
F ind out more at https://www.ignitenetplus.ac.uk/
Please note that this is a hybrid event, it will be recorded and made publicly available.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom
