Ensuring equal access for all at IBIC 2025
The organisers of IBIC 2025 are committed to removing barriers which may prevent certain groups in the community from attending or participating in the conference to ensure attendance at conferences represents as much of the community as possible.
We have adopted several policies that attempt to ensure the conference environment is inclusive of all people, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical abilities, or religious beliefs.
Diversity and Representation
The Scientific Programme Committee of IBIC 2025 aims to achieve a diverse range of speakers from the accelerator community. Effort is invested to ensure diversity in speakers across regions, gender and career level. The data on speaker, delegate and committee diversity will be made available on the conference website.
Inclusivity
We have some measures in place to establish an inclusive conference. At the conference venue, a quiet room will be available for delegates who wish to take a break from the regular conference programme. A prayer room for delegates who wish to pray and a parent room for delegates with small children will also be available.
Why does IBIC 2025 registration ask for my pronouns?
IBIC 2025 seeks to create a safe space for all participants. As part of this, we ask delegates to include their preferred pronouns on their name badge to help make this standard conference procedure.
How can delegates contribute to fostering an inclusive atmosphere?
All members of the accelerator community can contribute to establishing an inclusive environment.
We can do this by:
• Practicing respectful communication
• Making space for other voices
• Giving credit appropriately
• Criticising respectfully and constructively
• Including pronouns on your name tag when registering
• Contacting the conference organisers if you have concerns