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Primarily, the ESCP is a scientific society with the aim of promoting a culture of research, training and education, in an effort to improve the outcomes of our patients and to optimise clinical practice. In the setting of global cultural changes our society is changing too...</strong></p> <p>Surgery has been a homogeneous specialty for a long time, with its professionals originating predominately from white, higher socio-economic groups, with one or more parents with a university background, heterosexual - and mostly male. This has resulted in a certain culture which appreciated specific leadership styles and personal qualities. Unfortunately many surgeons who do not fit this specific profile face barriers in becoming - and staying - surgeons and in advancing their professional careers and obtaining equal opportunities.</p> <p>Female surgeons may face specific challenges such as discrimination and strain from pregnancy and childcare, the penalty for motherhood and lack of available mentorship and promotorship. Whereas gender parity is important, it is not just women who form a minority group within the ESCP. For instance, colleagues with a non-cis sexual orientation may not always feel free to be 'out' within our society. Trainees who come from a low socio-economic background may also struggle to become members and to play an active role in the society. With racial and religious disparities persistently prevalent within health care worldwide, improved representation of minority groups in all layers of leadership is important for advocating for the wellbeing and safety of our patients.</p> <h2>DEI Working Group</h2> <p>The DEI Working Group is committed to making sure that ESCP members experience the society as a safe and inclusive group of people where everyone feels welcome, and to provide our talented and passionate members with the opportunities to thrive, irrespective of their backgrounds. Understanding the value of diversity of our members, and appreciating the input from all geographical areas is vital: diversity, equity and inclusion look different in every culture.</p> <p><strong><a href="/about/diversity-equality-and-inclusivity/dei-working-group">View members of the working group here ></a></strong></p> <p>We are happy to hear your thoughts and input, let us know how we as a society and working group can support you! Email: <joomla-hidden-mail is-link="1" is-email="1" first="aW5mbw==" last="ZXNjcC5ldS5jb20=" text="aW5mb0Blc2NwLmV1LmNvbQ==" base="" >This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.</joomla-hidden-mail></p> <h2>DEI Sessions at ESCP Conferences</h2> <h3>Thessaloniki 2024</h3> <ul> <li><a href="/conference-and-events/past-conferences/thessaloniki-2024/scientific-programme/women-s-networking-breakfast-session">Women’s Networking Breakfast Session</a></li> </ul> <h3>Vilnius 2023</h3> <ul> <li><a class="doclink-insert">Barriers to surgical education for LIC trainees - can we do better?</a></li> <li><a class="doclink-insert">Promoting equal access to learning opportunities at a hospital level</a></li> <li><a class="doclink-insert">Promoting diversity - the scientific society role</a></li> <li><a class="doclink-insert">Diversity, Equality and Inclusivity working group</a></li> </ul> <h3>Dublin 2022</h3> <ul> <li><a class="doclink-insert">Diversity and Fairness in 2022</a></li> </ul> <h3>Vienna 2019</h3> <ul> <li><a class="doclink-insert">Women in colorectal surgery</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="sidebar" 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