Diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) are essential elements of the iDiv philosophy. Therefore, iDiv pursues a diverse, collaborative, and inclusive iDiv community where individuals from different backgrounds, genders, cultures, and personal circumstances are welcomed, supported to thrive, empowered to contribute, and truly valued. The DEI committee takes care of implementing these goals.
Furthermore, the iDiv Code of Conduct aims at promoting ethical behaviour and best practices in order to avoid scientific misconduct and any form of bullying, harassment or discrimination. It applies to all members, doctoral researchers, scientific and non-scientific employees and visitors of iDiv.
Support Measures
Training and mentoring programmes to empower all status groups at iDiv
Enabling underrepresented groups to access leadership and decision-making roles within iDiv
Supporting anti-bias trainings and measures during recruitment and scientific evaluations
The Flexible Childcare programme supports employees with care responsibilities and makes the workplace more family-friendly
The Early-Career Women in Science fund finances activities which promote equal opportunities for female scientists at iDiv
Organising regular active bystander training
Conducting regular surveys and evaluations to identify gaps, measure progress, and adapt or initiate further DEI measures
Offering programmes on mental health and well-being in academia
Assuring a healthy working environment at iDiv
Organisation
The DEI Committee is led by two co-chairs and provides an umbrella structure for four branches:
1) Global south inclusivity and internationalisation,
2) Female scientists at iDiv,
3) Mental health and
4) DEI measures and monitoring.
Contact
You can reach the DEI Committee via dei-committee@idiv.de.
In case iDiv employees may require specific support and advice, or in case of discrimination, they may further approach the two counsellors.