When EDI Principles Meet the Field of Science and Engineering: The Case of Research and Development Projects in the Environment at CTRI
While equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles play a crucial role in research project design and management, they are often more readily applied in humanities and social innovation projects. But how can these principles be effectively integrated into research and development in science and engineering? This workshop will explore EDI practices at the Centre technologique des résidus industriels (CTRI) at Cégep de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Through concrete examples from the centre’s management model and environmental research projects, participants will gain insights into practical applications of EDI in STEM fields. A Q&A session will then provide an opportunity to delve deeper into these practices, followed by small group discussions where participants can reflect on and share strategies for strengthening EDI in their own work.
Speaker:
Isabelle Vachon, Professor-Researcher in Sociology·Centre technologique des résidus industriels (CTRI)
Isabelle Vachon is a professor and researcher in sociology at Cégep de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Since January 2024, she has joined the team at the Centre technologique des résidus industriels (CTRI). With over 15 years of experience in research and teaching, Isabelle has developed expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods, as well as research ethics and social innovation projects. Currently a PhD candidate in education at the Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Isabelle is dedicated to studying the social and environmental issues specific to remote resource regions. At the CTRI, she plays a key role in the development of social innovation, environmental education, and data collection from populations affected by environmental projects. She aims to develop research in the humanities at the college level and contribute to sustainable development in her region.
