(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick and Monash University have unveiled the results of a research project aimed at enhancing inclusivity and cohesion within multicultural cricket teams, particularly those involving South Asian migrant players. Led by Dr. Kieran File and … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Society, Sports, United Kingdom
Tagged actionable strategies, administrators, Belonging, COHESION, Communication, community cohesion, Cricket, cricket coaches, discourse analysis, Dr. Kieran File, Dr. Lucas Santos, Edgbaston Stadium, everyday actions, Global Collaboration, Holding up a Mirror to Cricket, immigrant populations, inclusion challenges, inclusivity, Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket, Monash University, Monash Warwick Alliance, multicultural cricket teams, parents, practical insights, research event, research partnership, semi-structured interviews, South Asian migrant players, team dynamics, University of Warwick
(IN BRIEF) The Good Writing, Gender and ‘the Gap’ project, a collaborative study by the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University, challenges the assumption that girls outperform boys in primary school writing. Analyzing the writing of over 120 … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Science, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Alaine Sanders, Boys, continuing professional development, CPD training, Dr. Victorina Gonzalez-Diaz, Gender and ‘the Gap’, gender gap, girls, Good Writing, grammar, Liverpool, Liverpool John Moores University, Merseyside, National Curriculum, policy, primary school, readability, School Improvement Liverpool, spelling, stereotypes, teacher focus groups, teacher training, University of Liverpool, writing attainment, writing evaluation, Writing Over Time Project, writing performance, writing quality, Year 5, Year 6
(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has launched its Strategy 2030 to address significant geopolitical changes and strengthen Germany’s position as a leader in global academia. The strategy focuses on four key priorities: enhancing Germany’s role in science, … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Germany, Science, Society, Technology
Tagged Business, COVID-19, DAAD, democracy, Erasmus+, European identity, foreign science policy, Geopolitical Shifts, German Academic Exchange Service, German universities, global academic challenges, global challenges, global change, global partnerships, INNOVATION, international cooperation, international students, internationalisation, Joybrato Mukherjee, science, science diplomacy, social cohesion, Strategy 2030
(IN BRIEF) Loughborough Lightning’s Wheelchair Basketball team is set to begin its quest for a fourth consecutive Women’s Premier League (WPL) title on January 18th against Worcester Wolves. Under the leadership of Head Coach George Bates, the team has undergone … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Education, Entertainment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Society, Sports, United Kingdom
Tagged 2025 season, Ana Blease, Awards, Cardiff, Elana Brand, experience, George Bates, Holly Lounds, Jess Atherley, Jess Whyte, Kayli English, leadership, Loughborough Lightning, Loughborough Sport, Mohawks, Niamh Horan, playoffs, Siobhan Fitzpatrick, team changes, UEL, Wheelchair Basketball, Women’s Premier League, Worcester Wolves, WPL, WPL championship, YOUTH
(IN BRIEF) Thales has committed to advancing gender equality by adopting the seven “Women’s Empowerment Principles” set by the United Nations Global Compact and UN Women. The company has made significant strides since launching its Gender Diversity Action Plan in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, France, Industrial, Management, News, Society, Technology
Tagged 2023, 2023-2024 Integrated Report, 2026, Chairman & CEO, diversity, gender diversity, gender diversity action plan, gender equality, leadership roles, Management Committees, Mentoring programs, Patrice Caine, recruitment of women, Thales, UN Women, United Nations Global Compact, women in science and mathematics, Women’s Empowerment Principles
(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen (UG) will participate in the upcoming Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) music festival, with two student groups from the UG Science Shops exploring societal issues. Seven philosophy students will serve as ‘philosophers in residence,’ studying the … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Education, Entertainment, Media, Netherlands, Society
Tagged academic expertise, arts, Culture and Media, diversity, diversity research, Dr. Chris Tonelli, ESNS, ESNS Exchange programme, Eurosonic Noorderslag, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Philosophy, Grote Markt, History and Theory of Popular Music, House of Connections, Inclusion, Master's students, music festival, philosophers in residence, philosophical theories, public presentation, Science Shops, Science Shops collaboration, societal challenges, societal impact, UG, University of Groningen
(IN BRIEF) Fresenius Medical Care (FME) has been named the top company in Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) Gender Diversity Index Germany for 2024, rising from 29th place the previous year. The recognition, featured in Manager Magazin, acknowledges FME’s progress in … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A University of Bristol-led report highlights significant trust issues in policing violence against women and girls (VAWG), especially in Black and minoritised communities, where low confidence in law enforcement deters victims from reporting crimes. The study revealed that … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Government, Law, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Aisha K. Gill, Black and minoritised communities, Casey Review, Community Engagement, CPS, criminal justice reform, Crown Prosecution Service, domestic violence, gender-based violence, HMICFRS, institutional racism, policing, proactive policing, sexual assault, Sundari Anitha, systemic failures, trust deficit, UKRI Economic and Social Research Council, UN Women’s 16 Days of Activism, University of Bristol, University of Sheffield, VAWG, victim retraction, violence against women and girls
(IN BRIEF) UniCredit Bank Austria is restructuring its cultural sponsorship strategy due to economic challenges, resulting in the closure of the Kunstforum. Losing Signa as a key sponsor and landlord, combined with the need for significant future investments, has made … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Banks, Financial, Management, Society
Tagged Albertina, André Heller, Austria, Bank Austria Social Award, cultural funding, cultural initiatives, cultural sponsorship, economic challenges, education programs, financial literacy, Kunstforum, MoneyMatters, SIGNA, social impact, social projects, Teach for Austria, UniCredit Bank Austria, UniCredit Bank Austria Park, Vienna, Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra Academy
(IN BRIEF) At the 2024 Africa Investment Forum in Rabat, Morocco, the European Investment Bank (EIB) announced major commitments to support sustainable development in Africa. Key initiatives include a $80 million investment in the Pembani Remgro Infrastructure Fund II, the … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Media, News, Society, Technology
Tagged Africa, Africa Investment Forum, Ambroise Fayolle, European Investment Bank, Inclusion, infrastructure, INNOVATION, partership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Eindhoven Engine has entered a new phase, focusing on solving complex societal challenges through innovation and collaboration in the Brainport region. The initiative, celebrated at the recent Festival of Disruption, now emphasizes four key areas: inclusive society, livable … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Society, Technology
Tagged Eindhoven Engine, Heleen de Koninck, INNOVATION, Janne Brok, Maarten Steinbuch, partership, Social Challenges, society, TU/e
(IN BRIEF) Trinity College Dublin’s School of Nursing & Midwifery has received the Bronze Athena Swan Award, recognizing its commitment to advancing gender equality and fostering inclusivity in education and healthcare. This achievement reflects the collaborative efforts of the School’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Education, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Ireland, Management, News, Society
Tagged Amhairgín Ní Laoi, Awards, Bronze Athena Swan Award, Dr. Damien Brennan, Dr. Vivienne Brady, Education, gender equality, Healthcare, inclusivity, leadership, School of Nursing & Midwifery, society, Trinity College Dublin
(IN BRIEF) Samaritans Ireland has outlined its #3Actions4Change campaign, urging the next Irish government to prioritize tackling loneliness, supporting content moderators, and promoting responsible language around self-harm and suicide. Key proposals include creating a national strategy on loneliness under An … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Government, Industrial, Ireland, Law, Management, News, Non Profit, Politics, Society
Tagged loneliness, Next Government Agenda, policymakers, Prioritize, Responsible Language, Samaritans Ireland, society, Wellbeing of Moderators
(IN BRIEF) AFRY is hosting the Sahlgrenska Global Health Hackathon in Malmö in early February, a collaborative event that brings together innovators, healthcare professionals, and students to address global health challenges. Part of a global initiative organized by Sahlgrenska Science … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Healthcare, Management, Society, Sweden
Tagged AFRY, AI, collaborative creativity, data-driven technology, February, global health challenges, global initiative, Gothenburg, healthcare solutions, industry leaders, Malmö, mentorship, Nordic Life Science Days, real-world problems, Sahlgrenska Global Health Hackathon, Sahlgrenska Science Park
(IN BRIEF) Co-op has introduced “The Occasion Equation,” a data-driven formula developed with social psychologist Dr. Harriet Baird, to help Brits host stress-free Christmas parties. Based on a survey of 2,000 UK adults, the research highlights that 37% prefer pre-made … Read the full press release
Posted in Food & Beverage, Marketing, Retail, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged bottle of wine, Christmas party, Co-op, Co-op Christmas food range, Craig Doyle, Dr. Harriet Baird, festive buffet, festive gatherings, gift-giving, house parties, katsu croquettes, kids, mince pies, party disruptors, pigs in blankets, prawn toast tacos, pre-made party food, sausage rolls, social psychologist, stress-free hosting, The Occasion Equation, University of Sheffield
(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has launched initiatives to promote inclusion for individuals with hidden disabilities. Partnering with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, LEGO introduced Sunflower lanyard features in new LEGO sets and Minifigure Factories, raising awareness about non-visible disabilities. The company … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Denmark, Education, Entertainment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged awareness, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, Inclusion, KultureCity, Lauren von Stackelberg, LEGO Group, non-visible disabilities, partnership, Paul White, society, Sunflower Lanyard, UK
(IN BRIEF) On November 27, 2024, the Tukikummit Foundation, managed by CapMan, hosted its annual charity event, “Together for a Better Future,” raising funds for children and youth in Finland. The event marked its ninth edition, with all proceeds going … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Finland, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Media, News, Non Profit, Real Estate, Society
Tagged 'Together for a Better Future', CapMan, charity event, Emilia Åberg, Finnish Youth, fundraising, Jarno Limnéll, Joakim Frimodig, Pata Degermann, Peter Sarlin, President Sauli Niinistö, society, Tukikummit foundation
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €30 million to Sistafund, a venture capital initiative championing gender diversity in European startups. Targeting a total of €100 million, Sistafund invests in early-stage companies where women hold at least 30% … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Society, Technology
Tagged Ambroise Fayolle, Clara Chappaz, European Investment Fund, France, gender diversity, gender equity, INNOVATION, investment, Isabelle Gallo, Marjut Falkstedt, partnership, Sistafund, society, sustainability, Tatiana Jama, venture capital
(IN BRIEF) The University of Southampton is leading a collaboration within the £50 million NIHR Challenge: Maternity Disparities consortium to address inequalities in maternity care across the UK. The initiative aims to improve health outcomes by focusing on preconception and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Society, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Gillian Merron, Healthcare, Margaret Beattie, Maternity Care Disparities, partnership, poverty, Professor Keith Godfrey, racism, society, University of Southampton
(IN BRIEF) SGS has announced the global launch of EDGE Certification, an internationally recognized standard for workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). EDGE evaluates organizations across four pillars: representation, pay equity, career flows, and cultural inclusiveness. As an approved certification … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Industrial, Management, News, Society, Switzerland
Tagged diversity equity and inclusion (DEI), EDGE certification, Neil Willings, SGS, society, Workplace Equity
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