Dear all, I want to share with you an article I wrote on RIPE Labs: https://labs.ripe.net/author/gergana_petrova/diversity-at-ripe-meetings-acad... In it I explore data I shared during the Diversity in Tech session at RIPE 87 on diversity at RIPE Meetings, focusing on academics, newcomers, and women. The main findings show an unforeseen drop in academic participation after the pandemic. Additionally, gender diversity within the RIPE community lags behind the industry norm and is projected to get worse. I'd be very curious to hear your suggestions of what we (both RIPE community and RIPE NCC) could do to improve participation of these groups. You can comment on the article, on this mailing list, or write to me privately. Looking forward to hearing from you. Gergana -- Gergana Petrova Community Development Manager RIPE NCC