After the success of the 2022 Nature Conference on “Breaking Barriers for gender equity through research”, in 2024 we continue our exploration of gender equity by putting the spotlight on gender and health equity. In the wake of a pandemic that disproportionately affected vulnerable groups, this conference will join an ongoing global discussion around equitable access to healthcare with a special focus on gender, race and ethnicity. This global virtual conference comprising a combination of keynote talks, fireside chats and panel discussions, will explore some of the key challenges at the intersection of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 10 “Reduce inequalities", Goal 5 “Gender equality”, and Goal 3 “Good Health and Well-being”. A key aspect of this conference will be breaking barriers and making connections across genders, between early and late careers, and between researchers, policymakers and health practitioners. In the theme of “Breaking Barriers”, the conference will also feature a mentorship programme that will provide further opportunity for participants to connect and build relationships.
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