IDEA Working Group of

Charter

Diverse perspectives and experiences foster creativity and innovation, encouraging a variety of solutions to complex problems.

Significant steps have been taken in the last five years to improve geographic diversity within the IGS: we have adjusted how we talk about geographic regions, welcomed new members from underrepresented countries or regions, embraced virtual meetings at equitable times, held capacity-building workshops, and plan to host our first workshop in South America.

To ensure that the IGS remains a sustainable organisation, we need to build on this work and encourage diverse and inclusive participation while inspiring the next generation of Associate and Governing Board members.

The IGS IDEA WG supports Goal 3 of the IGS 2021+ Strategic Plan, which aims to foster a resilient, sustainable, and effective organisation. The group builds upon the work of the IGS Governing Board Committee for Sustainable Working Group Governance.

The IDEA WG aims to ensure that inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility are embedded in IGS activities and decisions. An initial focus will be creating a dedicated statement to communicate the Service’s commitment to EDI principles.

Members

Membership in the EDI WG is open to all IGS Associate Members, with consideration for gender and generational balance, regional representation, and other relevant factors.

Members are expected to:

• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
• Actively contribute to the working group
• Attend events organized by the group

Documents

• IDEA WG Charter
• IGS Statement on IDEA