172 search results for “neurodegeneratieve diverse” in the Staff website
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Dilara ErzeybekFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Equality as a driver for diversity: ‘Seek out contradiction and the unknown’
The freedom to be who you are – woman, man, homosexual, heterosexual, transgender, religious, atheist, and so on – is perhaps the Netherlands’ greatest attribute. The principle of equality and the right not to be discriminated against are in the very first article of our constitution. Yet there is a…
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Sculptures provide more diverse view of University’s history
Three new initiatives will provide a more diverse view of Leiden’s academic history, literally and figuratively: a historical study on the background of students and scientists, a new book about the Academy Building, and two new sculptures of female scientists, Ewine van Dishoek, Professor of Molecular…
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Francesca Sofia SelanoFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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André van der LaanFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Marianne Maeckelbergh
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Nikki MulderFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Jan JansenFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Daniela Vicherat MattarFaculty of Governance and Global Affairs
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Una Europa Staff Week: Learning more about Diversity and Inclusion in Bologna
Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) are core values that are a focus for us as a university. But what developments are there in D&I and how can we apply these to our university? To delve deeper into this subject, four Leiden University staff members travelled to Bologna for a week of discussions on D&I with…
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Kate KirkFaculty of Governance and Global Affairs
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D&I Symposium 2024: What have we achieved with a decade of diversity policy?
How has progress been made on diversity and inclusion at Leiden University over the past decade? Attendees reflected on this at the D&I Symposium 2024: Untold Stories. And in the workshops, students and staff discussed the next steps toward a more inclusive community.
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Paul VedderFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Nikkie BuskermolenFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Semiha AydinFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Carlotta RigottiFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Jacqueline HylkemaFaculty of Governance and Global Affairs
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Igor BoogFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Erik de MaakerFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Eduard Fosch VillarongaFaculty of Law
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Peter PelsFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Ratna Saptari Soetikno Slamet
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Suzanne MolFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Julia CramerFaculty of Science
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Boya LiFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Sandra GroeneveldFaculty of Governance and Global Affairs
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Interdisciplinary symposium on restitution policies seeks more diverse perspectives
Taking responsibility concerning colonial heritage and restitution is a pressing issue for countries and museums worldwide. On 23 and 24 May, a Leiden University interdisciplinary symposium will explore new perspectives as a basis for policies. Organising professors Carsten Stahn and Pieter ter Keurs…
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‘We moeten diversiteit minder vieren, het moet vanzelfsprekend zijn’
Op welke manieren kan inclusieve communicatie ervoor zorgen dat mensen zich welkom voelen? Hierover ging het D&I-symposium van Universiteit Leiden.
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Carolien RieffeFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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The lessons we can learn from leaders of colour
Professor Judi Mesman interviewed 40 people of colour in leadership positions. What can we learn from them?
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‘The COVID-19 crisis just goes to show how things can go wrong’
Ijeoma Uchegbu is Professor of Pharmacy at University College London (UCL). As a female scientist of colour, she was initially reluctant to play an active role in the university’s diversity policy. Until, that is, she had a radical change of heart: ‘I knew it; I had to become an evangelist.'
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The FSW building is now called Agora
As of 12 Januari 2026, the FSW faculty building is called Agora. This name was chosen by the FSW community. In ancient Greece, the agora was the heart of the city: a place for meeting, dialogue and the exchange of ideas. This is exactly how we see our faculty building: an open space where knowledge,…
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Francesco Ragazzi
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Racism: a daily reality
March 21 is International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. We spoke to Leiden University’s Diversity Officer, Aya Ezawa, and asked her how we can combat racism and discrimination.
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‘Partying is fine but we still need to protest’
Leiden University was present for the second time at the second Leiden Pride on Saturday.
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Language both connects and divides
Author and political scientist Mounir Samuel has spent recent years delving into the many ways that language can exclude people and bring them together.
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Slight increase in percentage of female professors in Leiden
The proportion of professors at Leiden University who are female has risen slightly to 32.0%. These are the results of the Women Professors Monitor 2024 released by the Dutch Network of Women Professors (LNVH). This puts Leiden University above the national average of 28.7%.
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Martine BruilFaculty of Humanities
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How do we stop homophobia at sports clubs?
Not all gay and lesbian students feel equally safe at their sports clubs. ‘Homo’ is used almost unthinkingly as a term of abuse and players often face homophobic comments. What can sports clubs and teams do to make sure everyone feels safe when playing sports?
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A wheelchair in the Old Observatory
Yesterday marked the start of the National Accessibility Week. How accessible is Leiden University for people with a disability? We asked Lucia Langerak, disabled herself and working at the Honours Academy, about her experiences: ‘Significant improvements are being made.’
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Eline WestraFaculty of Humanities
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Mily CrevelsFaculty of Humanities
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How accessible are our buildings?
Towards the end of February, three Leiden University buildings will be assessed for their accessibility to people with a disability. The assessment will be carried out by Ongehinderd, a social enterprise committed to making the Netherlands more accessible. Its founder and director, Gerard de Nooij,…
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Johan MemelinkFaculty of Science
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‘All students want to be seen and heard’
A safe place to discuss burning social issues such as racism with each other. The student workspace Space to Talk About Race and the Afro Student Association both meet this need and also organise many other activities. Three board members explain why this is necessary.
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Purple Friday: ‘I try to give the community some support’
Purple clothing and a pride flag flying from all University buildings: Leiden University is once again taking part in Purple Friday. How do people experience this day? We asked some employees and students of the Faculty of Humanities.
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Executive Board President Annetje Ottow on fighting racism: ‘It’s the responsibility of all of us’
‘We may have taken steps together, but there is still much to do in the fight against racism and discrimination’, says Annetje Ottow, President of Leiden University’s Executive Board. ‘We have to be aware of this and continue to focus on this difficult, uncomfortable and often confronting topic.’
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Hsini HuangFaculty of Governance and Global Affairs
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Kohei SuzukiFaculty of Governance and Global Affairs
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Sanne RotmeijerFaculty of Humanities