Dear all, there is a space to bring up topics of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at RIPE 88 meeting: session is scheduled for Thursday, 23rd May. Please submit your proposal either through regular CFP: https://ripe88.ripe.net/cfp ... or emailing me directly. RIPE Community is already offering several DEI measures, such as fellowship, mentoring, childcare, Local Hubs, and actively implementing Code of Conduct: https://ripe88.ripe.net/attend/diversity/ Please also take a look at the RIPE87 archives and short notes below, to get inspired on what topics to cover this time. Regards, Vesna https://ripe87.ripe.net/programme/meeting-plan/diversity-equity-inclusion/ Gergana Petrova discussed diversity aspects at RIPE meetings, focusing on academics, newcomers, and women's participation. Concerns are raised about women's representation, and suggestions for age brackets and experience levels are discussed. Valerie Aurora emphasized accurate credit allocation in open-source communities to foster diversity, linking stolen credit to power imbalances and other unethical behaviors. Mannat Kaur discussed the gendered experiences of system administrators, highlighting care work and advocating for a culture of care. Sasha Romijn addressed accessibility issues, emphasizing the diverse range of mobility needs. Annika Hannig and Maria Matejka discussed accessibility challenges during social events, advocating for more inclusive environments. The session concludes with participants sharing personal experiences and feedback on improving accessibility, acknowledging efforts, and emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement. * stenography https://ripe87.ripe.net/archives/steno/47 * chat https://ripe87.ripe.net/archives/chat/47 -- Senior Community Builder, RIPE NCC https://labs.ripe.net/author/becha/