Published in the Research School of Physics Event Horizon
Vol45 Issue14 6–10 April 2020

RSPhys Equity and Diversity Committee Message

News from the Australian Institute of Physics: The COVID-19 shutdown has resulted in many conferences being postponed.  These include the December AIP congress, the Women in Physics lecture series, and the 7th International Women in Physics Conference, which was due to be held in Melbourne in July. 

Also, the National Committee for Physics has put out a call for stories to shape their final report on a review of the current decadal plan for physics.  Two of the four critical issues would benefit from diverse perspectives: (1) Achieving a physics-literate workforce and community, and (2) Realising human capital in physics.  Case studies pertaining to these issues are being sourced from the community. If you have a story to share please contact Meaghan Dzundza: meaghan.dzundza@science.org.au