WGG Initiative
Hyderabad Charter for Gender Equity in Physics
A collaborative framework for fostering more equitable and inclusive academic environments in physics.
The Gender in Physics Working Group of the Indian Physics Association organized Pressing for Progress, a national conference on gender equity in physics in India in 2019 at the University of Hyderabad.
The meeting brought together participants across institutions and career stages to discuss structural barriers, representation, workplace culture, mentoring, and pathways toward meaningful reform.
Based on the discussions and recommendations emerging from the conference, the Hyderabad Charter for Gender Equity in Physics was formalized and circulated for endorsements across the scientific community.
Objectives of the Charter
- Promote equitable opportunities in hiring, mentoring and leadership.
- Strengthen institutional accountability and transparent processes.
- Encourage inclusive academic culture and safe workplaces.
- Improve representation across all career stages.
- Build long-term structural support systems.
Get Involved
Members of the community are encouraged to read the charter and support its goals through endorsement and discussion within their institutions.