Nikhef Diversity Day - Infinitely diverse

Tuesday 5 Nov 2024, 10:00 → 17:00 Europe/Amsterdam

Vertex (Nikhef)

Carlo Pandini (Nikhef), Mara Senghi Soares, Maricke Flierman, Marieke Hopman, Mengqing Wu, Pieter van Braam van Vloten

10:00 → 10:30 Plenary: Welcome and Coffee¶

10:30 → 11:00 Plenary: Kick-off¶

10:30 Kick-off by the Director¶

Speaker: Prof. Jorgen D’Hondt (Nikhef)

10:40 Maricke and Marieke ask questions¶

Speakers: Maricke Flierman, Marieke Hopman

11:00 → 12:30 Plenary: Key note speakers¶

Conveners: Christopher Jenks, Rokhaya Diallo

11:00 Key note 1: D&I on the workplace¶

Speaker: Rokhaya Diallo

11:45 Key note 2: Intercultural communication¶

Speaker: Christopher Jenks

12:30 → 14:30 Activities: Foodmarket and Lunch¶

12:30 Cultural foodmarket¶

Brazilian
Italian
Dutch - German
Marrocan
Chinese

12:30 Lunch¶

12:30 Poster presentations¶

EDI at NWO-I
STEM in The Netherlands
Confidential Counciler
PhD Council
Postdoc Council
LNVH
ERG LGBTQIA+

14:30 → 16:00 Parallel: Workshops & Interactive Sessions¶

14:30 Brazilian Jiujitsu and Gravity¶

Discover the powerful combination of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the principles of gravity in this unique workshop. Learn not only the techniques of this effective self-defense sport but also how to leverage gravitational forces for improved control and technique. Suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Join us for workshop filled with movement, self-defense, and exploration of the rich culture of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Uncover the strength within yourself and enhance both your body and mind!

14:30 Creating a brave space¶

Speaker: Pravini Baboeram-Mahes

14:30 How confidential is the confidential advisor?¶

Speaker: Ingrid Van Wezel

14:30 Inclusive behaviour¶

Speaker: Carolin Ossenkop

15:15 Beyond coffee conversations: let's work on inclusive internal communication¶

Speaker: Martine Oudenhoven

15:15 Brazilian Maracatu¶

Dive into the vibrant world of Maracatu, a traditional Brazilian dance rooted in the rich Afro-Brazilian culture. In this workshop, you'll learn the basic movements and rhythms of Maracatu while exploring its history and significance. Discover how Maracatu brings the spirit of community and the celebrations of Carnival to life. Suitable for all levels, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the music, movement and traditions of the lively dance form.

15:15 Story telling¶

Stories about background, neurodiversity, heritage, climate change etc. Three storytellers are scheduled, but if there is still time and you have something important to share: please feel welcome.
A moderator will be present to secure safety for both tellers and listeners.

Speakers: Britt Reijnders, Osama Karkout, Pooya Saffarieh

16:00 → 17:00 Plenary: Plenary closure and drinks¶

16:00 Spoken word by Ayla Schneiders (via Jeff)¶

TO BE CONFIRMED: duration!
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Speaker: Jeff Templon