LGBTQ+ in Stem: Using data to foster inclusion – Part 2 | Webinar

Marco has a PhD in Architecture from the University of Tokyo, Japan, and a Masters in building and architectural engineering from the University of Bologna, Italy. He has been researching urban development, place identity, mobilities, and public life – particularly in the context of Japan and equity, diversity, and inclusion in Stem subjects. This has included exploring the experiences of LGBTQ+ people and women in Stem and designing initiatives to remove barriers to inclusion for historically marginalised and excluded individuals.

Abigail is Professor of Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Lincoln, UK, and Director of Research within the Eleanor Glanville Institute. Abigail’s research is underpinned by her passion for social justice and equality. Abigail is an expert in equality, diversity and inclusion, with a particular focus on gender in male dominated occupations, and complex evaluation and impact measurement. Abigail has published widely in sociology, social policy, management and industrial relations journals, as well as translating research findings for a range of audiences, including academics, policymakers and the public.

Kevin is a UK equalities practitioner within higher education and the voluntary sector. He is an Independent Governor at Cardiff Metropolitan University, an adviser to the University of Galway, and an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter chair/panellist for Advance HE. Kevin also runs a consultancy, working with higher education institutions to increase inclusion and enhance equality practice. Kevin is the Chair of the Board of Trustees for Windsor Fellowship, a race equality and diversity charity that promotes education, citizenship and employability. He is a member of the council at the British Science Association and has been a member of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee of the Royal Society of Chemistry since 2018.