Nourishing Diversity: Building Inclusive Teams in Nutrition and Why it Matters

NEW DATE! Thursday, October 17, 2024
12:00pm - 3:35pm ET
 

Speaker:

• Imogen Coe, PhD - Toronto Metropolitan University - View Bio

Chairs:

• Sharon Kirkpatrick, RD, PhD - University of Waterloo
• Shirin Panahi, PhD - Canadian Nutrition Society

Mini Virtual Conference Overview

A significant body of evidence shows that diverse teams and inclusive environments result in higher quality and more impactful research. However, research culture in Canada is often influenced by historical biases and Euro-centric approaches which can make creation of inclusive environments challenging.  Challenges in creating diverse teams and inclusive cultures can involve (but are not limited to) institutional and attitudinal barriers (such as racism, white fragility, ableism, homophobia etc.)  as well as very real fears of making mistakes and not knowing where to start. In addressing these challenges, openness and authenticity are essential for learning, followed by putting that learning into action. 

Who conducts the research inextricably impacts how research is done. It is well established that diverse teams lead to better outputs and have greater impact. Knowing how to find, recruit, on-board, support and promote a diverse team to enable an inclusive, productive and creative environment is an important core set of competencies for any professional, including those currently in a leadership role or those aspiring to becoming team leaders.  Similarly, being part of a team, and knowing how to contribute to productive and inclusive cultures is an essential skill set for all of us. 

While this workshop will focus on research environments, the content will support learning and competency development across multiple sectors to create understanding and the awareness and application of strategies to form inclusive teams in a variety of settings. 

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this mini virtual conference, participants will be able to: 

1. Describe the significance of diversity and inclusion in ensuring rigour in scientific research and explain how diverse teams enhance creativity, problem-solving, and innovation.
2. Apply practical strategies and tools for fostering inclusivity within teams, including best practices for recruitment, communication, and creating an inclusive work culture.
3. Identify and address common challenges and biases that hinder inclusivity, learn how to promote equitable opportunities for all team members and navigate issues related to bias, discrimination, or exclusion effectively.

Registration Fees:

All fees are in Canadian dollars. Pricing is based on CNS membership category. If you are not a member, join CNS to take advantage of member rates to attend the Conference.  Online registration now open!

• CNS Member = $70.00 + tax 
• CNS Early Career (I/II) member = $60.00 + tax
• CNS Trainee (Student) member - Graduate or Undergraduate - $35.00 + tax 
• CNS Emeritus (Retired) member = $60.00 + tax
• Non-Member = $130.00 + tax 

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Draft program; presentation and session titles subject to change. All presentations are given in English. Where permission has been granted by speakers, sessions will be recorded and available to registered attendees only. 

* Case studies will be shared in advance of the workshop, though reading them in advance is not essential for participation in the activity

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All fees are in Canadian dollars. Pricing is based on CNS membership category. If you are not a member, join CNS to take advantage of member rates to attend the Conference.  Online registration now open!