This month we announced that EGU will contribute EUR 105,000 to help fund 17 training schools and conferences, including two Galileo Conferences, in 2020.
From a new audio accessibility system and more legible, browser-based programme to pronoun buttons and a diversity and pride reception, EGU is implementing extensive measures to foster an inclusive and respectful environment at the annual General Assembly. These include free, on-site childcare, for which the registration opens on 9 March at 13:00 CET and closes when filled - so be sure to sign up early.
The meeting programme for the EGU General Assembly 2020 (3–8 May, Vienna) will be published next week! With more than 1000 scientific sessions, debates, short courses and networking events scheduled, as well as two artists in residence - Lego photographer Stacy Phillips and digital artist Priyanka Das Rajkakati - it promises to be a diverse and exciting conference again this year. Please register by 31 March to qualify for the early registration rates.
Last call for the EGU 2020 mentoring programme. The scheme, which only lasts for the week of the conference, supports first-time meeting attendees and helps them assemble their own professional networks. Both mentors and mentees should sign up by 8 March 2020.
The Outreach Committee, which focuses on public engagement activities, communication with scientists and the media, and policy issues, is seeking new members. Brief applications are due by 20 March 2020.
More EGU news items are available on the EGU website.
