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NET – Networking

NET1
Opening Reception
Conveners: Peter van der Beek, Marian Holness, Maria-Helena Ramos, Ira Didenkulova
Sun, 27 Apr, 18:30–21:00 (CEST)
 
Foyer F
Sun, 18:30
NET2

Public information:

This is an opportunity to meet the volunteer members of the EGU EDI Committee in a safe and inclusive space and learn more about the initiatives implemented by the EGU to raise awareness of the diverse challenges faced by geoscientists during their career and to provide support and solutions to the community. This is an informal networking event where participants can interact with fellow participants passionate about EDI topics that may affect them and their colleagues personally, providing an opportunity to share their experiences and stories with one another and to provide feedback and ideas on a range of important problems encountered in the geosciences. Everyone welcome.

Keywords and topics covered: parenting; caring; discrimination; accessibility; EDI communication; under-representation; inter-sectionality; conference participation support; EDI resources; EDI programme at the GA

Convener: Lisa Wingate
Mon, 28 Apr, 18:00–19:00 (CEST)
 
Rooftop Foyer
Mon, 18:00
NET3
First-time Attendee Networking
Conveners: Daniel EvansECSECS, Stefanie Kaboth-BahrECSECS, Simon Clark
Mon, 28 Apr, 18:00–19:00 (CEST)
 
EGU networking zone – next to EGU booth (Hall X2)
Mon, 18:00
NET4
President’s Reception (by invitation only)
Conveners: Peter van der Beek, Marian Holness
Mon, 28 Apr, 20:00–22:00 (CEST)
 
Room Business Lounge
Mon, 20:00
NET5
Mentor/Mentee Meet-Up
Conveners: Roberta Bellini, Daniel EvansECSECS, Stefanie Kaboth-BahrECSECS, Simon Clark
Tue, 29 Apr, 12:45–13:45 (CEST)
 
Rooftop Foyer
Tue, 12:45
NET6

The Early Career Scientist (ECS) reception brings together ECS from across the scientific divisions with award-winning researchers, members of the EGU Union Council and Committees, sibling geoscience organisations, and selected industry partners. Participants are invited to build connections across divisions and with senior members of the geoscience community in an informal setting with drinks and light snacks provided. No registration is required to attend the reception.

The reception will be held in the Rooftop Foyer (Blue Level - floor 3), and a second 'overflow' space will be opened in Foyer C/B on the (Red Level - floor 2), once the Rooftop Foyer is at capacity. All Divisions will be represented on both floors.

Convener: Simon Clark
Tue, 29 Apr, 18:00–19:30 (CEST)
 
Rooftop Foyer
Tue, 18:00
NET7
EGU Publications Committee Breakfast (by invitation only)
Conveners: Barbara Ervens, Eduardo Queiroz Alves
Wed, 30 Apr, 07:30–08:30 (CEST)
 
Executive editors' lounge
Wed, 07:30
NET8

Public information:

The Pride and Allies Networking Reception is a welcoming event designed to foster inclusivity and support within the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. It provides a safe space for individuals to connect, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships that promote understanding and solidarity. Through networking, education, and celebration, the event helps cultivate a culture of acceptance and equity, highlighting the importance of allies in creating diverse and inclusive environments. Everyone welcome.

Conveners: Anita Di Chiara, Michael Prior-Jones
Wed, 30 Apr, 18:00–19:30 (CEST)
 
Rooftop Foyer
Wed, 18:00
NET9

Join us for an immersive evening of geoscience gaming as we delve into the depth of our planet's challenges and wonders by gaming with colleagues! This event provides games for many interests, including card games, board games, video games, and even Pictionary for you artistically inclined gamers.

The Games Night is associated with the "Games for Geoscience" session. We encourage you to explore this session as convenors and numerous presenters will have their captivating games available to play. It's also a chance to engage directly with the creators, gaining insights into the innovative approaches shaping the intersection of geoscience and gaming. We also highly recommend anyone who has developed their own game to bring it along.

This geoscience games night promises to be an unforgettable journey through the processes and decisions that shape our world, so bring your curiosity and competitive spirit as we explore the Earth in a whole new dimension!

Conveners: Christopher Skinner, Lisa Gallagher, Maria Elena Orduna AlegriaECSECS, Rolf Hut, Elizabeth Lewis
Wed, 30 Apr, 18:00–19:30 (CEST)
 
Foyer D
Wed, 18:00
NET10
Round-table of the leadership of European Geosciences societies
Convener: Peter van der Beek
Thu, 01 May, 18:00–19:00 (CEST)
 
Room 0.55
Thu, 18:00
NET11
ECS Forum: Have your say!
Conveners: Daniel EvansECSECS, Stefanie Kaboth-BahrECSECS, Simon Clark
Thu, 01 May, 12:45–13:45 (CEST)
 
Room 3.16/17
Thu, 12:45
NET12

Public information:

This is an opportunity to meet the volunteer members of the EGU EDI Committee in a safe and inclusive space and learn more about the initiatives implemented by the EGU to raise awareness of the diverse challenges faced by diverse and often under-represented geoscientists. This is an informal networking event where diverse geoscientists attending can interact with one another and with other geoscientists to build new connections across research and participation barriers.  There will be an opportunity for rising geoscientists from diverse backgrounds to discuss the challenges that affect them and their colleagues personally, providing an opportunity to share their experiences and stories with one another and to provide feedback and ideas on a range of important problems that can support our diverse geoscience community. Everyone welcome.

Keywords and topics covered: discrimination; accessibility; EDI communication; under-representation; inter-sectionality; conference participation support; travel visas; EDI resources; EDI programme at the GA

Convener: Lisa Wingate | Co-conveners: Alida Timar-Gabor, Asmae Ourkiya
Thu, 01 May, 18:00–19:30 (CEST)
 
Rooftop Foyer
Thu, 18:00
NET13
Journal reception – 20 years of Climate of the Past (CP)
Conveners: Laurie Menviel, Irina Rogozhina, Denis-Didier Rousseau, Marit-Solveig Seidenkrantz, Luke Skinner
Thu, 01 May, 18:00–19:00 (CEST)
 
Foyer F
Thu, 18:00
NET14
Conveners' Reception (by invitation only)
Conveners: Peter van der Beek, Marian Holness, Maria-Helena Ramos, Ira Didenkulova
Fri, 02 May, 19:30–Sat, 03 May, 01:30 (CEST)
 
Foyer F
Fri, 19:30
NET15
Science for Policy Help Desk
Conveners: Chloe Hill, Noel Baker
Mon, 28 Apr, 12:00–13:00 (CEST)
 
EGU booth – Hall X2, Tue, 29 Apr, 12:00–13:00 (CEST)
 
EGU booth – Hall X2, Wed, 30 Apr, 12:00–13:00 (CEST)
 
EGU booth – Hall X2, Thu, 01 May, 12:00–13:00 (CEST)
 
EGU booth – Hall X2, Fri, 02 May, 12:00–13:00 (CEST)
 
EGU booth – Hall X2
Mon, 12:00
NET16
Journal reception – 20 years of Ocean Science (OS)
Conveners: Karen J. Heywood, Mario Hoppema, Bernadette Sloyan, Anne Marie Treguier
Tue, 29 Apr, 20:00–22:00 (CEST)
 
Foyer M
Tue, 20:00
NET17
Journal reception – 15 years of Solid Earth (SE)
Conveners: Susanne Buiter, Andrea Di Muro, Florian Fusseis, CharLotte Krawczyk, Kei Ogata, Arjen Stroeven
Thu, 01 May, 18:00–19:00 (CEST)
 
Coffee spot X3 (in front of room -2.21)
Thu, 18:00