\n Join Murdoch University to celebrate and hea r expert \"Voices from the Global South\" on Access to Information\, Resea rch\, and Resources in the Global South. The first event in the series\, i t includes a panel discussion\, along with the opportunity to connect and network over provided food and drinks/afternoon tea.

The series will feature semi-structured pane ls and interviews with members \;of the CaLD community from both local and international perspectives and \;aims to provide a platform for s haring insights and experiences\, with staff\, \;students\, and broade r community.

About the discussion topic:

\n< p>Discover how limited access to resources\, inadequate funding\, and fewe r publication opportunities impact the \;work of researchers in the Gl obal South. Learn about successful collaborations\, which are bridging the se gaps and fostering high-quality research\, explore the vital role that institutions in the Global North can play in promoting equitable research opportunities\, and hear about actionable steps that research communities\ , including those at Murdoch University\, can take to address research ine qualities and foster global collaboration.

Our esteemed p resenters include:

Prof. Rajeev Varshney< /strong>\, a renowned agricultural scientist who has spearheaded transform ative research initiatives across continents\;

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Dr. Sheil a Wamahiu\, an influential advocate for education and gender equa lity in research\;
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Thinley Choden\, a sustainab ility expert with extensive experience in fostering cross-border collabora tions\; and
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Georgia Almond\, a research support librarian who emphasizes the importance of access to information through university libraries to empower researchers.
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This is a hyb rid event open internally and externally\, in person on campus \;and o nline. The discussions will also be recorded and turned into podcasts \;for broader accessibility.