Families at FLEET annual workshop 2019
FLEET endeavours to lead change within the Australian science community. We believe that all conferences and workshops must work for researchers with families, rather than the other way around.
FLEET’s annual workshops are unusual in that families and partners are welcomed to all meals and social events, and free on-site childcare is provided for all delegates.
Involving families and children at FLEET’s workshops has transformed these events. In particular, the presence of children at scientific poster sessions and social events created a unique and enjoyable atmosphere. FLEET’s annual workshop this year included 48 partners and family members, including 25 children (19 in childcare).
Free on-site childcare is also provided at conferences and events supported by the Centre, allowing their parents to participate fully in lectures and seminars.
FLEET only funds events that consider equity and diversity in their speaker selection, family-friendly policies and assistance, and overall event organisation.