Would you like to regularly be informed about the Diversity News 4RI? To subscribe click here. After entering your contact details you will receive a confirmation e-mail and will receive the newsletter directly via mail. Ideas, Inputs or suggestions? We are happy to receive them via! November The days are getting shorter and the temperatures are dropping - an ideal opportunity for reflection, reading and attending events. In this issue, we have exciting updates on our programmes at Empa as well as external events and news on diversity, equal opportunities and inclusion.
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World Mental Health Day took place on 10 October. It reminds us that mental health is just as important as physical health. To mark the occasion, we wrote a post on the intranet and on social media with tips on strengthening mental health in the workplace. Remember: If you have any questions or problems, you can contact your line manager, Human Resources or one of the ombuds persons.
In September and October we were happy to have the 3rd and 4th Women meet Women lunch. One with Katharina Maniura , sharing important and interesting insights into her career paths and her tips for younger women on their career paths and one with Barbara Favre from We Advance , showing us their indispensable work for equity in Switzerland and enabling a very exciting exchange among the participants.
Further News:. We wish all 21 mentees a good start! With two lively and interactive kick-offs in Bern and Zurich, Round 6 of the CONNECT program started - bringing together female STEM scientists with potential employers, providing inspiration for non-academic careers, and fostering exchange in a group of highly qualified and ambitious scientists at a turning point in their careers.
