PROGRESS Initiative

PROGRESS Initiative

PROGRESS: PROmotinG DiveRsity in Signal ProcESSing

The PROGRESS Initiative of the IEEE Signal Processing Society is a program designed to promote diversity and inclusivity in the field of signal processing, with a particular focus on motivating and supporting women and underrepresented minorities to pursue academic careers in this field. The Initiative recognizes that while there has been progress in increasing diversity among STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) students, there is a persistent lack of diversity among professors and academic leaders in these fields.

The PROGRESS Initiative is not just focused on providing opportunities to underrepresented groups, but also on encouraging the academic community to play an active role in developing and implementing policies that promote diversity and inclusivity. This is an important aspect of the Initiative, as it recognizes that promoting diversity requires systemic change and the involvement of all members of the academic community.

Within the scope of the initiative, the PROGRESS Workshop is held and includes a comprehensive program with elements such as panel sessions, plenary speakers, professional development activities, and Q&A sessions. The program covers a wide range of topics that are crucial for the success of young researchers, postdocs, and graduate and undergraduate students, with a specific focus on women and underrepresented minorities interested in academic careers. By providing a platform to discuss and learn about these topics, the workshop aims to help attendees navigate the often-challenging academic career path.

Overall, the PROGRESS Initiative has a significant impact in promoting diversity and inclusivity in the field of signal processing by providing a platform to connect, share experiences, and provide the resources, mentoring, and networking opportunities to help attendees succeed in the field. The Initiative is dedicated to creating a more inclusive and diverse academic community in signal processing, which will help to improve the field in various aspects and make it more productive in the long run.

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