Women in Environmental Sciences (WiES)
The WiES group was inaugurated following a workshop held on Wednesday the 13th of June, 2018 at the Roscoe Building- University of Manchester. Female academics, early career researchers, UG/postgraduate students, and women with a general interest in the environment particularly welcome.
The group‘s objectives are to:
• to promote interdisciplinary environmental sciences between academics and non-academics.
• to provide a forum to talk about issues that affect and appeal to women in the field of environmental sciences;
• to share experiences of female leaders (from within and outside academia) who work in the field;
• to provide hands-on activities in a wide range of environmental sciences
• to provide a platform for career mentoring, leadership and development; and,
• to promote networking opportunities for women.
• to inspire and motivate women to take on leadership roles in environmental sciences
We have a particular focus on key environmental issues, knowledge exchange and transfer and questions linked to the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals. We are especially interested in SDG 5, which aims for “gender equality and empowerment for all women and girls.” We actively promote the idea that “women have choices”.
If you would like to find out more please visit our new website:
https://www.meri.manchester.ac.uk/wies/
https://www.meri.manchester.ac.uk/wies/
Events
The third and final part of our workshop on Connectivity and Inclusivity in HEIs will take place on the 14th of June 2023 at Simon Building.
The registration and event details can be found through the link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/connectivity-inclusivity-in-heis-part-3-of-3-tickets-559481984677