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4th International Equality Diversity and Inclusion Conference: 7-8 February 2011 at Auckland NZ

  • 1.  4th International Equality Diversity and Inclusion Conference: 7-8 February 2011 at Auckland NZ

    Posted 10-22-2010 18:37
    Hello GDO Listserve Members,

    Posted on behalf of Judith Pringle,Professor of Organisation Studies
    Co-ordinator, Gender & Diversity Research Group;
    Divisional Editor CJAS from School of Business
    AUT University in New Zealand.

    Dianne Murphy
    AOM GDO Listserve Manager
    Doctoral Student
    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
    ddmurphy@uwm.edu

    ##Apologies for any cross posting##

    Dear colleagues

    We are organising the 4th international Equality Diversity and Inclusion
    conference next year 7-8 February 2011 at Auckland NZ .

    The theme is 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusions: Views from the Edge'

    We have a CALL to the streams to which you can submit paper or abstract
    directly to the conveners via the website.

    I attach information about the conference and of course the social
    programme.

    Further information from http://www.edi-conference.org/
    or serena.gent@aut.ac.nz

    We would love you to come down and enjoy the scholarship and our summer.

    Best wishes

    Judith

    Professor of Organisation Studies
    Co-ordinator, Gender & Diversity Research Group;
    Divisional Editor CJAS
    http://www.aut.ac.nz/study-at-aut/study-areas/business/research/research-
    centres/gd

    School of Business
    AUT University
    Private Bag 92006
    Auckland 1142
    Aotearoa/New Zealand
    Phone: 64 9 9219999 ext. 5420
    Fax: 64 9 9219990
    Mobile: 021 548044

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    You are warmly invited to the:

    4th Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Conference, 7-8 February, 2011
    AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand

    Theme: ‘Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Views from the Edge’.

    Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is a priority for people working
    together within and without workplaces. This conference is influenced by
    the location ‘at the edge of the universe’ where context is very salient.
    As organisers, we endorse the notion that knowledge is always ‘partial
    sight and limited vision ... the only way to find a larger vision is to be
    somewhere in particular’ (Haraway, 1988, p.93). We encourage diverse views
    and challenging conversations; submissions that may bring the margins to
    the centre. The views may be from the edges of our knowledge and
    understanding of EDI.

    We invite experienced, emerging researchers and practitioners and
    especially encourage doctoral students to present their work. There will
    be academic and doctoral sessions as well as presentations relevant to
    practitioners and policy makers.

    A variety of key note speakers will add to the flavour of the conference.
    We have confirmation from: Dr. Carla Houkamau (Ngāti Porou, Ngāti
    Kahungunu, University of Auckland) and Dr. Lynette Reid (Ngāti Porou, AUT
    University), Professor Mustafa Ozbilgin (University of East
    Anglia/Brunel), Professor Judy McGregor, NZ Human Rights Commission.

    IMPORTANT DEADLINES:

    CALL FOR STREAMS: 15 September, 2010. Please submit your stream topics to:
    Judith.pringle@aut.ac.nz

    NOTIFICATION: of acceptance of stream (topics) and programme details: 1
    October, 2010

    SUBMISSION OF PAPERS: 10 November, 2010 (contact stream convenors for
    details)

    ALL PAPERS MUST BE SUBMITTED through the EDI conference website

    NOTIFICATION: of acceptance of papers: 28 November, 2010

    Early booking of flights and accommodation is recommended as the
    conference is being held in the high summer season. For further
    information on activities in and around Auckland please visit
    http://www.aucklandnz.com/

    Registration and other details available: http://www.edi-conference.org/
    Or www.aut.ac.nz/study-at-aut/study-areas/business/research/research-
    centres/gd

    EDI conference Stream Calls for papers all now available on the website at:
    http://www.edi-conference.org/index.php

    1. Stream Title: Management, Leadership and Diversity
    Stream convenors: Victoria Showunmi, University of London and Dorota
    Joanna Bourne, Queen Mary University of London, U.K.

    2. Stream title: International perspectives on Diversity and Equality at
    Work
    Stream organizer: Alain Klarsfeld, Toulouse Business School (ESC
    Toulouse), France.

    3. Stream Title: Sexuality within organisations: Diversity issues and the
    experiences of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered (LGBT) people in the
    workplace.
    Stream convenors: Lynne Giddings. AUT University; Simon Roberts
    Bournemouth University, U.K.

    4. Stream Title: Globalization, Women Workers and Feminization of Poverty
    Stream convenors: Noreen Saher, Vienna University of Economics; Astrid
    Podsiadlowski Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, Netherlands; Astrid Reichel,
    Vienna University of Economics, Austria

    5. Stream Title: Gender Equity in University Employment
    Stream Convenors: Glenda Strachan, Griffith University, Kaye Broadbent
    Griffith University, Australia, Regine Bendl Vienna University of
    Economics, Austria

    6. Stream Title: Level Playing Field: Forget it – This is Sport Stream
    Convenors: Irene Ryan, Simon Martin: AUT University, N.Z.

    7. Stream Title: Equality in Practice
    Stream Convenors: David Ruebain, Equality Challenge Unit, U.K.

    8. Stream Title: Sing, Pray, Shout my Ethnicity: Staff complexities in
    education, human resource management & training Stream Convenors: Edwina
    Pio, Kitea Tipuna, Lorraine Parker, AUT University, N.Z

    9. Stream Title: Views from the edge: advancing diversity, equality and
    inclusion

    Stream Convenors: Candice Harris, Frances Laneyrie, Barbara Myers, AUT
    University, N.Z

    For specific ENQUIRIES about the conference, please contact: enquiries@edi-
    conference.org

    Judith Pringle Judith.pringle@aut.ac.nz or
    Serena Gent serena.gent@aut.ac.nz

    SPECIAL EVENTS surrounding the conference:

     Optional Pre-conference overnight excursion to Bay of Island to
    participate in Treaty of Waitangi day celebrations on 6 February

     Optional Post-conference excursion to a conservation island (Tiritiri
    Matangi) in the Hauraki Gulf

    ASSOCIATED CONFERENCES:

    AIRAANZ (Association of Industrial Relations Academics of Australia and
    New Zealand) Conference, 2-4 Feb 2011 Theme: Dialogue Downunder Venue:
    Rendezvous Hotel, Mayoral Drive & Vincent Street, Auckland
    http://airaanzweb.weebly.com/

    O.I.L. (Organization, Identity and Locality ), Critical Studies of
    Management and Organizing in Aotearoa/New Zealand, 10-11 February, 2011
    Venue: Massey University (Turitea) Palmerston North
    http://www.massey.ac.nz/~cprichar/oil.htm

    17th International Conference of the Nurses Network for Violence against
    Women, 16 – 18 February 2011 Theme: Stopping Violence: Innovation and
    Partnership for Sustainable Change Venue: Heritage Hotel, 35 Hobson
    Street, Auckland

    SPONSORS: EDI conferences are coordinated and supported by DECERe
    (Diversity and Equality in Careers and Employment Research) at the
    University of East Anglia. Emerald Press sponsors two best paper awards at
    the conference. AUT University hosts the conference and the Gender and
    Diversity Research Group is the local organizer.
    Orgics Limited provides logistical support to the conference.

    PAST CONFERENCES: England, Istanbul-Turkey, Vienna-Austria and now…
    Auckland, New Zealand/Aotearoa.

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    EDI CONFERENCE SOCIAL PROGRAMME DETAILS

    INCLUDED IN CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

    Conference Reception - Monday 7th February AUT Faculty of Business and
    Law, Level 8, 42 Wakefield St, Auckland, 6.00pm.

    Conference Dinner - Monday 7th February
    Mecca Café, 85-87 Customs Street West, Viaduct Basin, 7.30pm.
    http://www.meccacafe.com/viaduct.htm plus vegetarian options

    OPTIONAL EVENTS but pre- booking is necessary

    Pre Conference Overnight Excursion – Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th February
    (Need to arrive in Auckland 3rd or 4th February)
    COST: NZD340 approx (£162)
    Bus trip to Paihia and Waitangi (Bay of Islands, 4 hours north of
    Auckland) to take part in Waitangi Day celebrations, includes guided tour
    of Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
    Indicative price includes transport and accommodation. Food at own
    expense. http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/politics/waitangiday-introduction

    Dinner - Tuesday 8th February
    Miro Vineyard, 3 Brown Road, Onetangi,
    Waiheke Island, Auckland, 6.30pm. (Boat and bus) Waiheke Island is a 35
    minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland.
    COST: $100 (47 pounds) (excl wine) Transport = $52 (ferry + bus) Dinner =
    $48 pp excl wine
    http://www.mirovineyard.co.nz/about.asp

    Post Conference Excursion- Wednesday 9th February
    Tiritiri Matangi Island Bird Conservation Island (Boat and walking) ,
    Guided Tour, 9.00am – 4.50pm
    COST: NZD81 (£39), Includes Standard Lunch Box

    Nowhere else in New Zealand can you walk amongst so many species of birds.
    Located 30km north east of central Auckland and just 4km from the end of
    Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Tiritiri Matangi Island is one of New Zealand's
    most important and exciting conservation projects. 120 years of farming
    saw this 220-hectare island stripped of 94% of its native bush but between
    1984 and 1994, volunteers planted between 250,000 and 300,000 trees. The
    island is now 60% forested. The remaining 40% will be left as grassland
    for species such as the Takahe.
    http://www.tiritirimatangi.org.nz/