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Tomi Laurila strives to ensure that everyone starts on an equal footing
In the 100 words series, the Head of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
John Millar facilitates group diversity with an algorithm
In the 100 words series, senior lecturer at the Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Anne Lähteenmäki believes that even a small gesture of acceptance builds trust
In the 100 words series the Professor of Radio Astronomy at the School of Electrical Engineering, shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Outi Elina Kansanen leaves room for imperfections
In the 100 words series, the Development Manager at the School of Electrical Engineering shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Sasha Spurná creates safe spaces in everyday situations
In the 100 words series, the study coordinator at the School of Electrical Engineering shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Marius Anger encourages team colleagues to share diverse perspectives
In the 100 words series, doctoral researcher and the Chair of Aallonhuiput shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Caterina Soldano pays attention to words in everyday situations
In the 100 words series, the Assistant Professor in Micro- and Nanosciences shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Ivan Vujaklija shares an accessible route for students and visitors
In the 100 words series, the Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering and Automation shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Dean Jussi Ryynänen recruits different people for good balance
In the 100 words series, the Dean of the School of Electrical Engineering shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Apply for ELEC Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity funding in April
Students and staff at the School of Electrical Engineering can apply for funding for projects that support equality and diversity throughout April.
CHEM equality, diversity and inclusion group is looking for members for 2025–2026!
The EDI group would ideally be broadly representative of different departments, personnel groups and backgrounds.
Aalto University Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Plan 2025–2028 – Share your views
The EDI plan and the principles of a safer space are open for comments from the entire Aalto community until 31 October
Join the Unite! 21-Day Diversity & Inclusion Challenge
A self-directed, online and free learning tool designed to deepen your understanding of diversity and inclusion.
How to support equality and diversity? Apply for funding for your idea!
Students and staff at the School of Electrical Engineering can apply for funding for projects that support equality and diversity throughout April.
Guide dog Niksi: It's always amazing and fun to come to campus
'As difficult as it is, we can't say hello when I'm wearing my guide dog harness. I'm responsible for moving safely, and it's really important to focus on that. I do try to catch people’s eyes every now and then, but it's not something you should respond to.'
Mashrura Musharraf: You don’t get to see a lot of women like me in academic leadership positions
'I think my shoes are quite unique, and so is my path. You don’t get to see a lot of women like me, a non-white female from Bangladesh, in academic leadership positions. Especially in a male-dominated field like marine technology.'
