Call for Nomination: IAHS Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Task Force Members

IAHS has been committed to fostering a culture of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion through our official EDI Statement which we published in 2022. Now, we’re working to formulate the EDI guidelines within IAHS. As part of this dynamic Task Force team, you will have the opportunity to drive meaningful change and ensure IAHS upholds the highest standards of inclusivity. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that will shape the future of EDI within IAHS.

Purpose

Collaborate and Lead: Contribute to Task Force meetings (held online 2-4 times a year) and contribute to ongoing initiatives between meetings.
Research and Advocate: Explore EDI approaches in similar organisations, gather insights from IAHS members, and engage with IAHS Officers, the Secretariat, and the HSJ Editorial Board.
Shape the Future: Help draft and implement the IAHS EDI Action Plan, promoting EDI best practices at IAHS events, Publications and Awards.
Influence Policy: Contribute to annual reporting to the IAHS Bureau and IUGG as appropriate and represent the EDI Task Force at the IAHS Bureau and IUGG EDI meetings when the Chair is not available.

Eligibility 

Candidates should demonstrate previous experience with any scientific/professional organizations (e.g. as a Bureau member, Commission Officer, Leader of some initiative or Member of Editorial Board of any journal or Member of Award Jury or any similar role). A strong commitment to EDI principles and the ability to collaborate effectively across the Task force are essential. 

Selection

Following the close of the call and review of submissions, a team comprising IAHS President, Secretary General and EDI Lead will make the selection from the pool of eligible applicants.

How to Apply

Please submit a curriculum vitae highlighting your motivation and experience as above. Send applications by email to the IAHS Secretariat at [email protected] with EDI Task Force Application: [Your Name] in the subject line. The call will remain open until 12:00pm (GMT) on 8 February 2026.

Queries

For questions, please contact the IAHS Secretariat at [email protected]