At #SEMICON Europa, we connected with Matthew Coates, Project manager at PTvT, the National Dutch STEM platform to discuss ways of improving the diversity of the microelectronics industry benefit companies and people. Matthew Coates emphasized how fostering diversity fuels progress and innovation. As part of the EU STEM Coalition, he collaborates with education ministries, universities, and STEM platforms across Europe to promote impactful learning and cross-border initiatives. Matthew Coates - “When you include people from a more diverse range of backgrounds in your organization, that then gives you a a broader perspective to choose from when trying to make decisions or when trying to implement some sort of change process within your company or organization.” 💬 How does diversity enhance STEM? Share your thoughts! Learn more about ECDA 👉 🔗https://lnkd.in/eCKgX4RX #ECDA #STEMLeadership #SEMICONEuropa #Education #Innovation #Collaboration #PTvT #DiversityInLeadership #InclusiveLeadership #Innovation
About us
The European Chips Diversity Alliance (ECDA) is an innovative and robust partnership between academia and industry in the microelectronics sector. The project aims to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion and to lower barriers to participation for under-represented groups that constitute the MISSING TALENT for the growth and competitiveness of the sector in the continent.
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www.diversityinchips.eu
External link for European Chips Diversity Alliance
- Industry
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2024
Updates
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We are delighted to inform our followers that Reviliani Gani from SEMI Europe had the opportunity to present ECDA at ESMT Berlin’s Talent Forum today, connecting with a fantastic audience of students and future leaders! 👩🎓👨🎓 Why is this relevant? 🔹 Students bring fresh ideas and energy that our industry needs to grow. By engaging with the next generation of talent, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive workforce to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. 🚀💡 Thank you to ESMT Berlin, WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management and HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management for hosting such a fantastic platform to connect industry and talent! 🙌 #diversity #equity #inclusion #microelectronics #talent #workforce #future #semiconductors #collaboration
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🤝 Collaboration in Action at #SEMICONEuropa: Building the Future Together Earlier this month, the European Chips Diversity Alliance (ECDA) brought together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders at #SEMICONEuropa to drive progress in the semiconductor sector. The focus? Uniting efforts to address the skills gap and promote diversity for a stronger, more innovative industry. 💡Top Insights from the Event: 🔹 Leaders shared insights at “Building a Diverse Talent Pipeline” into how EU projects are enabling a more inclusive workforce, tackling the critical skills gap, and paving the way for future innovation. 🔹 Through initiatives like 20 Under 30 and Next Gen Young Talent, we celebrated the rising stars shaping the industry’s future and inspiring the next wave of talent. 🔹 Discussions among the stakeholders during the Consortium Meeting explored actionable strategies to implement DEI, leveraging research and collaboration to create sustainable progress across the EU semiconductor landscape. 🔹 SEMI Talent Solutions - Programs like European Chips Skills Academy and European Chips Diversity Alliance are leading the charge in preparing a skilled, diverse workforce ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges. Thank you to everyone who participated in these meaningful discussions. Together, we’re taking critical steps toward a brighter, more inclusive future for the semiconductor industry. Janka Kottulová Mariana Szapuova Isabella Drolz Jessica Breaugh Stephan Schmuck Nessa Maguire Laura Freschi Richard Harte Dr. Philip Matthes Mary Finegan Birgitte van Don Beatrice Boots Matthew Coates Cassandra Melvin Kartikey Srivastava Reviliani Gani Jatin Mendiratta Tatiana TAN Manuela Costone Meike Boekelmann 💬 We’d love to hear from you! 👉 How can initiatives like ECDA make an even greater impact on workplace diversity and inclusion? 👉 Share your ideas and thoughts in the comments below. 📌 Learn more about European Chips Diversity Alliance 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCKgX4RX 📌 Learn more about our associated partners 👉 https://lnkd.in/g3_2SXW7 📧 Contact us: rgani@semi.org Let’s keep building the future together! 🌟 #WorkplaceDiversity #DiversityAndInclusion #EquityAtWork #EmpoweringDiversity #SkillsForEurope #DiverseTalentPipeline #ECDA #Erasmusplus
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The meetings keep rolling in! We were delighted that Reviliani Gani, Senior Manager, Diversity and Workforce Development at SEMI Europe, introduced #ECDA to an enthusiastic European Chips Skills Academy consortium. Collaboration between EU projects is key to unlocking shared expertise, embracing diverse perspectives, and aligning priorities to achieve strategic goals together. As #ECSA is #ECDA's sister project, we’re excited to join forces in shaping an inclusive workforce for the future! #DEI #ECDA #Microelectronics #TalentPipeline #InclusiveLeadership #SEMI #SEMICONEuropa
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Our session on "Building the Talent Pipeline - SEMI Initiatives" was about shaping the future of tech talent. Reviliani Gani, Senior Manager, Diversity and Workforce Development, SEMI Europe, an expert in workforce development and talent strategy, shared how SEMI Europe is bridging the skills gap and creating new opportunities for young professionals in the semiconductor industry. 🙌 Plus, Victoria Cummings, Senior Manager, Workforce Development and EU Projects, SEMI Europe presented European Chips Skills Academy, our sister project that connects education with high-tech careers across Europe. 🔗 If you're curious about the future of tech careers, this is the session for you! 💬 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁? 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲! Learn more about #SEMICONEuropa 🔗 www.semiconeuropa.org Learn more about ECSA 👉 🔗www.chipsacademy.eu Learn more about ECDA 👉 🔗https://lnkd.in/eCKgX4RX #TechTalent #FutureOfWork #Upskill #ECDA #Europe #ECSA #SkillsDevelopment #TechCareers #WorkforceDevelopment #ErasmusPlus #TechEducation #Europe #skills #workforce #semiconductors #TalentGap #PactforSkills #ErasmusPlus #EUChipsAct #ECSASkillsStrategy
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The ECDA Consortium Meeting took place at #SEMICONEuropa in Munich today! From engaging workshops to strategic discussions, we left with fresh insights, clear next steps, and an even stronger commitment to creating an inclusive workforce! Key points discussed today 🔹 How does DEI contribute to a company’s success and innovation? 🔹 What training and strategies are needed to effectively implement DEI across the organization? 🔹 How can companies retain top talent and achieve a strong ROI through DEI initiatives? 🔹 Why is diversity crucial for enhancing workplace culture and driving growth? We were also delighted to hear from colleagues from fellow EU-funded projects to foster collaboration and share insights. Victoria Cummings from European Chips Skills Academy and Kartikey Srivastava from HiCONNECTS spoke about potential synergies! Grateful for everyone’s contributions and the energy that made this meeting a success. Here’s to turning these ideas into action! Janka Kottulová Mariana Szapuova Isabella Drolz Jessica Breaugh Stephan Schmuck Nessa Maguire Laura Freschi Richard Harte Dr. Philip Matthes Mary Finegan Birgitte van Don Beatrice Boots Matthew Coates Cassandra Melvin Kartikey Srivastava Reviliani Gani Jatin Mendiratta Tatiana TAN Manuela Costone Meike Boekelmann #DEI #ECDA #Microelectronics #TalentPipeline #InclusiveLeadership #SEMI #SEMICONEuropa
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🌟Starting the day with a fascinating session on the Future of Work at #SEMICONEuropa! We'll explore how the workforce is evolving, what skills are in demand, and how you can stay ahead in this fast-changing world. 🚀 Cassandra Melvin is chairing a panel on 'Workforce 2030: Navigating Challenges, Diversity, and Growth; with a power-packed panel: ✨ Our esteemed panelists include: -Isabella Drolz, Vice President Marketing & Product Strategy, Comet AG -Mikołaj Trunin, Director, Invest in Pomerania -Dan Collins BSc(hons), MSc, FCIPS, General Manager, SPTS Division, KLA -Patrick Döll, Phyiscal Implementation Engineer, Racyics GmbH 💡This session will address pressing industry issues, such as the global talent shortage and the crucial need to develop the industry leaders of tomorrow while onboarding new talent. 🌍 📋Here’s what we’ll cover: -How AI and automation are transforming jobs and workflows -The rise of hybrid work—how will it affect the workplace and your career? -Why diversity and inclusion are more important than ever in tech -Practical ways to upskill and reskill to stay competitive in the future job market 🔮If you're wondering what the future of your career might look like, this is the session you won't want to miss! 👉 Join us and get ready to shape your future in tech! 🔗 www.semiconeuropa.org Learn more about ECDA 👉 🔗https://lnkd.in/eCKgX4RX #diversity #equity #inclusion #microelectronics #talent #workforce #future #semiconductors #collaboration #workforcedevelopment #erasmusplus #dei #Europe #skills #workforce #talentgap
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An incredible session on European Projects for a Diverse Talent Pipeline! We explored exciting opportunities in the semiconductor industry and heard from amazing speakers about the skills in demand. 🚀 To close today, we heard from Christopher Frieling, Director for Advocacy and Public Policy at SEMI Europe. His expertise in EU affairs and tech policy gave us key insights into the future of the industry. 🌍💡 A big thank you to all our speakers and attendees! 🙌 But don’t go too far—see you tomorrow for more insights and inspiration in our Future Of Work session where we explore the significance of inclusive leadership in fostering a diverse and sustainable workforce! 🔔 👉 What was your biggest takeaway from today? Drop a comment, like, and share with your network! Let’s keep the conversation going! 👇 Learn more about #SEMICONEuropa 🔗 www.semiconeuropa.org Learn more about ECDA 👉 🔗https://lnkd.in/eCKgX4RX #diversity #equity #inclusion #microelectronics #talent #workforce #future #semiconductors #collaboration
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Our session on “European Projects for a Diverse Talent Pipeline”, features industry experts who will share their experiences and ideas. 🌍✨ We’re welcoming experts with Matthew Coates, Project Manager at PTvT who brings forward-thinking approaches to inclusive educational pathways and policies. Nessa Maguire, CEO, EudaOrg known for her impactful corporate diversity strategies that build supportive and equitable workplaces; and Isabella Drolz, Vice President Marketing & Product Strategy, Comet a dedicated advocate for STEM programs, driving change and empowering future tech leaders. Plus, we’re thrilled for other influential speakers from MELEXIS, Okmetic, Infineon Technologies contributing to this critical conversation on workforce development and inclusivity. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and connect! 👉 www.semiconeuropa.org 👉 Learn more about ECDA 🔗https://lnkd.in/eCKgX4RX #DiversityInTech #WorkforceDevelopment #InclusiveLeadership #Europe #diversity #equity #inclusion #microelectronics #talent #workforce #future #collaboration
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💡 Innovation Meets Inclusion at #SEMICONEuropa! Join Reviliani Gani, Senior Manager of Diversity and Workforce Development at SEMI Europe, as she introduces the European Chips Diversity Alliance (ECDA). This groundbreaking initiative unites 11 partners across six countries to address talent gaps and promote diversity in the European semiconductor industry. 🌍 Reviliani Gani will share how ECDA is making a real difference through targeted training, practical tools, insightful reports, and community programs—all designed to boost innovation and inclusivity. If you’re curious about how a diverse workforce is shaping the future of tech, this session is for you. Don’t miss out! Learn more about the panel👉 https://lnkd.in/eXMWStXw View the agenda 👉https://lnkd.in/eNCx9BYs 👉 Learn more at 🔗www.semiconeuropa.org 👉 Learn more about ECDA 🔗https://lnkd.in/eCKgX4RX 🔄 Like, share, and comment to spread the word! #ECDA #DiversityInTech #Inclusion #Semiconductors #Europe #diversity #equity #microelectronics #talent #workforce #future #collaboration 📍 TechARENA, Hall C1 at SEMICON Europa ————————————✨ Explore More ✨———————————— Learn more about the panel 👇 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXMWStXw View the agenda 👇 🔗https://lnkd.in/eNCx9BYs Learn more about #SEMICONEuropa 🔗 www.semiconeuropa.org 👇Learn more about European Chips Skills Academy 👇 🔗www.chipsacademy.eu Curious about our other initiatives? Check out the European Chips Diversity Alliance project 👇 🔗https://lnkd.in/eCKgX4RX