The European Stroke Organisation (ESO) is proud to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as integral components of our mission to alleviate the burden of stroke. In our continuous pursuit of these values, we are pleased to announce the establishment of a dedicated DEI Advisory Council.
Reflect the Communities We Serve:
Recognize and address the diverse needs of communities impacted by stroke, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, or socioeconomic status.
Promote Equity in Stroke Care:
Identify and address disparities in access and quality of stroke care.
Build a Supportive Community:
Create a supportive and inclusive environment for all ESO members.
Enhance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in ESO programmes
Advise the European Stroke Organisation Executive Committee, and other key ESO committees and programmes on measures to strengthen diversity, equity, and inclusion, in ESO programmes, including the Stroke Action Plan for Europe, ESO Conference, Guideline writing groups, Educational programme, ESO EAST, and Advocacy work
ESO recognizes the importance of reflecting the diverse communities we serve. Stroke is a global health challenge that does not discriminate, affecting individuals from every race, ethnicity, gender, age, and socioeconomic status.
The DEI Advisory Council reflects our commitment to better represent these diverse groups, and to better include our colleagues from diverse backgrounds into the planning and delivery of ESO programmes.
ESO has consistently sought to implement practices that foster a culture of inclusivity. Our organization takes pride in our diverse membership, which brings together healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates from various backgrounds from over 100 countries, all united in their mission to reduce the burden of stroke. This rich tapestry of perspectives not only strengthens our community but also acts as a catalyst for innovation, driving the generation of novel ideas and approaches to stroke care and research.
We aim to cultivate a professional environment where all members feel valued, respected, and supported. We are proud to have an almost even split between female and male speakers at our conference. The DEI Advisory Council will further strengthen our current initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion and will ensure that DEI is considered in a systematic way within ESO programmes in years to come.
The DEI Advisory Council will consist of a maximum of 5-6 members and is led by:
Professor Janika Körv, University Hospital of Tartu, Estonia (Co-Chair)
Dr. Philip Ferdinand, University Hospital North Midlands, Stoke-on-Trent, UK (Co-Chair)
Members:
Dr. Ya Yuan Rachel Leung, Centre for Prevention of Stroke and Dementia, University of Oxford, UK
Professor Pooja Khatri, University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine, USA
Dr. Aikaterini Theodorou, University General Hospital Attikon, Athens, Greece
Dr. Marialuisa Zedde, Neurology Unit, Stroke Unit, Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale – IRCCS di Reggio Emilia, Italy
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