EDI

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in research ensures that all individuals, regardless of background, have fair access to resources, positions, and advancement in their careers. In addition, diversity of our research communities ensures that a wide range of perspectives and experiences are considered, it promotes creativity, and enhances the robustness and relevance of research outcomes. It is therefore not surprising that there is an increasing demand for transparency and good practice regarding the dimensions of EDI in the membership and research agenda of scientific institutions.  

Following a decision by the ALLEA General Assembly 2023, ALLEA Member Academies affirmed their dedication to acknowledging the importance of improving EDI in the research community. Since then, they have shared their policies and initiatives for improving EDI with a newly established ALLEA Task Force on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Research. Based on regular exchanges with ALLEA Member Academies and other academy networks in SAPEA, the Task Force collects and analyses data from European Academies, shares innovative approaches to EDI in research and provides recommendations to the ALLEA General Assembly.