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Building Inclusive STEM Workplaces in Scotland
May 19 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
This special event brings together partners, employers and sector practitioners to reflect on the findings of our latest research ‘Gender Inclusion Practices in Scottish STEM Organisations’ (GIPSO). Some of the research findings highlight the gains made on inclusive workplace practices, on the other hand the research also shines a light on the persisting challenges, preventing further progress within Scotland’s STEM ecosystem.
About GIPSO’s Research
Drawing on the survey responses from organisations of all sizes across multiple Scottish STEM industries, the research reveals that, while many workplaces have introduced flexible working practices and EDI policies, these initiatives are often not integrated within organisational practices or culture.
Additional findings of the GIPSO report indicate:
- Significant gaps in monitoring and communicating EDI progress
- There are different sets of challenges faced by small and micro businesses in implementing inclusive practices
- Ongoing issues around reporting discrimination, as well as supporting gendered health needs in the workplace
📅 Event Details
Date: Tuesday 19 May 2026
Time: 9:00am arrival & refreshments
Programme: 9:30am–12:00pm (lunch and networking included)
Venue:
River Suite, Craiglockhart Campus
Edinburgh Napier University
219 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH14 1DJ
📜 Agenda
9:00 – 9:30 Arrival & Networking Tea, coffee, refreshments and informal networking. |
9:30 – 9:40 Welcome & 20 Years of Impact Celebrating 20 years of progressing positive outcomes for women and inclusion in the STEM ecosystem. |
9:40 – 10:00 GIPSO’s Research: Key Findings A focused presentation highlighting sector trends, employer perspectives and opportunities for action. |
10:00 – 11:15 Panel Discussion: Organisational Culture and Leadership Sector leaders share practice based insights, workplace/career challenges and good practice, followed by audience Q&A. Panelists: Lindsey Millen – Head of Research and Policy, Close the Gap Eleonora Vanello – Director, Peer Works Hayden Feeney – People Change Director, Centrica Retail Campbell MacCormick – Vice President in Data Protection Services, Morgan Stanley Sarah Gilzean – Partner, Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLP |
11:15 – 11:30 Employer Partnership Launch Introducing our refreshed partnership offer and opportunities to collaborate. |
11:30 – 12:00 Networking Lunch |
As we celebrate 20 years of progressing positive outcomes for women in STEM, this event marks the start of our next chapter — shaped by evidence, informed by employers, and driven by partnership.
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