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Addressing the leak in Canada’s academic pipeline
Systemic challenges often start in graduate school for women.
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Gender-affirming care clinic at Mount Allison University opens its doors to the public
“I think it’s really important to have safe providers who can offer this care. So I’m doing my best to fill that gap,” says clinic physician Sara Thomas.
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The excellence dilemma
Are equity, diversity and inclusion criteria and sustainable development goals compatible with academia’s obsession with excellence?
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Western launches a new mentorship network for Canada Research Chairs from equity-deserving groups
The Western Research Scholars Academy, which pairs CRCs with experienced mentors from across the globe, emphasizes personal connection as a key part of professional development.
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Canada launches its own version of the Athena SWAN charter
The new Dimensions pilot program to advance equity, diversity and inclusion in Canada’s postsecondary institutions to open on June 3.
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More ideas to close the gender gap in science
These are just a few of the ways that men and women can help to balance the gender scales in academic science.
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Researchers are tracking the media’s gender gap
New tool seeks to draw attention to the imbalance in sources used by major news outlets.
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Canadian government unveils draft Athena SWAN charter
Consultations will continue in February and March with underrepresented groups and academic institutions on the draft charter aimed at promoting equity, diversity and inclusion.
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A call to male scientists in 2019 – #moreXXscience
Some practical and achievable ways that every male scientist can help balance the gender scales in 2019.
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Christi Belcourt and Isaac Murdoch create mural for MacEwan University
The work celebrates water, life and womanhood.
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Conference hears of women’s continued frustration over equity in STEM fields
“I’m a little bit saddened that in 2018 we’re still talking about this,” says chief science advisor Mona Nemer.
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Universities should embrace women’s non-linear career paths
Life experience is a transferrable skill.
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Accommodating students with disabilities on campus: moving beyond silos
A new report looks at how accessibility and accommodations are meeting the needs of disabled students across Canada.
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The value of where you earned your PhD
Why do hiring committees appear to favour graduates from big-league universities?
