Diversity & Inclusiveness

€1000 extra for the best D&I team!

For the DTA – Nereus – CoRdiNet project, the DTA will award the best project in terms of Diversity and Inclusiveness.

The DTA believes that a diverse and inclusive approach is crucial to face global challenges. In this context, Copernicus data play a key role, considering the range of applications and services, offered for a better, sustainable world. 

Working in inclusive teams will allow participants to promote individual differences and to acknowledge the unique blend of experience, skills and perspectives that people can bring to projects, and, in general, to workplaces.

The DTA-Nereus-CoRdiNet Award aims to boost diversity and inclusiveness in space projects in order to:

• Promote creativity and innovation;

• Undertake long term aerospace projects at international levels;

• Develop welfare and work-life balance policies;

• Create a professional environment beyond barriers;

• Stimulate young generations to undertake STEM careers.

​

Diversities of the awarded team can include:

• Cultural background and ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language and education;

• Professional skills, working style, location, and life experience.