A showcase of EDI+ Fellowship work and a conversation about inclusion in energy research and beyond.

We would like to invite you to attend the final event for the EDI+ Network Fellowship at the IET Savoy in London on the 16th of September. There is an option to join virtually for those who cannot attend in person.

Jointly delivered by the EDI+ Network, UKERC, IGNITE Network+ and the Supergen Energy Networks Hub, reflecting a shared commitment to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion across the UK energy research landscape.

Join us for an exciting day which will showcase the work of of EDI+ Fellows and drive a conversation about inclusion in energy research. There will be presentations from EDI+ Fellows on their interventions as well as guest speakers and a panel discussion. Confirmed guest speakers and panellists include:

Patricia Thornley, Chief Scientific Advisor, Department of Transport

Rachel Van Krimpen, Faculty Director of EDI and People (Science), University of Nottingham

Simone Abram, Executive Director of Durham Energy Institute, Durham University

Jim Flemming, Head of Energy Theme, EPSRC

Mustafa Ozbilgin, Associate Dean Equity and Inclusion, Brunel University

Helen Stockton, Head of Research, National Energy Action

EDI+ Fellows will also give presentations, lead conversation stations, and have a poster display of the intervention which they have worked on for the past 2-4 years. Find out more about our fellows at : EDI+ Fellows - EDI+

There is no charge for attending the event. Lunch, tea & coffee will be provided to participants. All food will be vegetarian or vegan. Allergies should be made known to the organisers when you book your ticket.

Should you have any questions about the event please do not hesitate to email us: ediplus@durham.ac.uk

Who should join

Anyone with an interest in Equality/Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in the Energy Research and STEM sector and beyond.

Programme

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Venue

IET Savoy

2 Savoy Pl, London WC2R 0BL

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