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and empower People from Underrepresented Groups and Allies in STEM!<\/p>\n                    <p>\n                      <br>\n                    <\/p>\n                    <p><strong style=\"font-weight: 700;\">The objectives of the Diversity and Inclusion Open Space are:<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <ul>\n                      <li>To create a platform for underrepresented groups in STEM to share their experiences<\/li>\n                      <li>Raise awareness about the challenges faced by underrepresented groups in STEM<\/li>\n                      <li>Work together to overcome common challenges and obstacles<\/li>\n                      <li>Inspire allies to take action and support underrepresented groups in STEM<\/li>\n                      <li>Networking opportunities for attendees to connect with each other and build relationships&nbsp;<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n                    <p>\n                      <br>\n                    <\/p>\n                    <p><strong style=\"font-weight: 700;\">Target Audience:<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <ul>\n                      <li>People from underrepresented groups (e.g. women, minorities, LGBTQ+) working in or interested in pursuing careers in STEM fields<\/li>\n                      <li>Allies who want to learn more about the experiences of these communities and how they can be supportive.<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n                    <p>\n                      <br>\n                    <\/p>\n                    <p>These events are meant to both bring awareness and to tackle some of the challenges and obstacles minorities and underrepresented folks might be facing at work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n                    <p>The format will include D&amp;I workshops with presentations, plenary discussions, group work and discussions over breaks.<\/p>\n                    <p>\n                      <br>\n                    <\/p>\n                    <p><strong style=\"font-weight: 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And sometimes this leads to incomplete research that\n                      you discover later.<\/p>\n                    <p><em style=\"font-weight: 700;\">13:30 &#8211; 15:00 Non-violent communication:<\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 700;\"> <\/span>learning about giving and receiving constructive feedback.<\/p>\n                    <p>Problem addressed: You work in a group and notice that it is hard for you to accept the feedback when it is given, and you are also uncomfortable giving feedback to others.. 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