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Towards family-friendly conferences: results from a first survey in the geosciences
Section Meteorology, Institute of Geosciences, University of Bonn, Auf dem Hügel 20, 53121 Bonn, Germany
Lisa Schielicke
Section Meteorology, Institute of Geosciences, University of Bonn, Auf dem Hügel 20, 53121 Bonn, Germany
Department of Physics and Astronomy, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
Leonie Esters
Section Meteorology, Institute of Geosciences, University of Bonn, Auf dem Hügel 20, 53121 Bonn, Germany
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This manuscript gives insight into barriers and difficulties faced by parents in academia wanting to participate in conferences, laying the foundation for dialogue between parents and conference organizers.
This manuscript gives insight into barriers and difficulties faced by parents in academia...
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Balancing academic careers and family responsibilities presents significant challenges, particularly for early-career researchers attending conferences. These events are essential for professional development but often create logistical difficulties for parents. Based on a survey of geoscientists, we show that parents require more support and non-parents largely approve of family-friendly measures. We provide practical guidelines to help conference organizers support researchers with families.
Balancing academic careers and family responsibilities presents significant challenges,...
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