November 26-28, 2024: Meeting of the Diversity and Inclusion Working Group in Bielefeld (Germany) and drafting of the common charter.

As part of the NEOLAiA Diversity and Inclusion Working Group, coordinated by Bielefeld University, Mouhammad Fawaz and Benjamin Depauw were welcomed in Bielefeld to collaborate on drafting a common charter.

Co-constructing the NEOCharter for Diversity and Inclusion

To achieve one of the project's key objectives, members of Work Package 3 from each university gathered in Bielefeld at the end of November to co-develop the NEOCharter for Diversity and Inclusion. This charter establishes shared values and principles across the alliance.

Thorough Preparation in Advance

Prior to this meeting, a questionnaire was distributed to students and staff at each university. Additionally, professors Michaela Vogt and Amelie Labusch visited each partner institution to engage with various stakeholders and departments, conduct focus groups, and document best practices.