Focus on diversity and inclusion in science: GREATER diversity and more equality in science must urgently be addressed, while more needs to be done to make the field accessible for different groups of people. These and other issues, including adding indigenous knowledge, the power of language, ancient African Mathematics, older and younger lecturers and gender equality were among the topics addressed by both experts and student presenters at a pre-launch symposium to the National Science … [Read more...] about Focus on diversity and inclusion in science
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5 Lessons why diversity isn’t black and white
More diverse businesses perform better - it's a fact. But building a diverse workforce in Africa is not just about ticking the gender and ethnic boxes - it's about building synergy within diverse teams and cultivating diverse behaviour across the organisation, fortunately, certified Top Employers are getting it right. Africa's most sought-after employers are increasingly recognising that diversity is a key driver of performance, recent data has shown. Indeed, the business case for diversity … [Read more...] about 5 Lessons why diversity isn’t black and white
NMMU Computing Sciences – Diversity Video
NMU launched this video on Mandela Day 2016, as a result of the #G2KU (Get to know you) project for NMU first years during the first semester. … [Read more...] about NMMU Computing Sciences – Diversity Video
Faces of NMMU #g2ku
Students take on diversity at NMMU. Creator: cs@nmmu.ac.za Posted to MyPE by: Amber Burrell Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form below: Click here to see more PE Videos. … [Read more...] about Faces of NMMU #g2ku
I See You on Diversity Day, 21 May 2014
South Africa is a country of incredible diversity. Since 1994, we have celebrated it and, 20 years on, it is still one of our most prized possessions. That said, the concept has become a little jaded, and it is time we reminded ourselves what diversity truly means. 21 May is UNESCO's World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. To mark it, the National Council for Persons with Physical Disabilities SA (NCPPDSA) is launching a campaign in celebration of our individual … [Read more...] about I See You on Diversity Day, 21 May 2014
Celebrating Diversity
In response to its value of Respect for Diversity, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University is celebrating its diversity with a host of activities. The month-long celebration also sees the Office for International Education hosting a week-long programme from 15 to 19 August to celebrate and showcase the variety of cultures present at the institution. International Diversity Week focuses on the diverse cultures of all South African and international students studying at our university. It is … [Read more...] about Celebrating Diversity
