Latifa Elouadrhiri is deeply engaged in initiatives dedicated to advancing diversity, inclusion, and education. Her unwavering commitment to these fundamental values is evident through a myriad of tangible efforts aimed at cultivating a more equitable and welcoming environment for all. As a distinguished leader, she prioritizes the promotion of diversity within the scientific community and champions a culture of inclusivity where every individual feels esteemed and respected.
Philanthropy
Advocate for Scientific Education for All
- Latifa Elouadrhiri supported the establishment of the African School of Fundamental Physics and its Applications (ASP) in 2010 and currently serves on its International Advisory Committee.
- She is also a member of the International Advisory Committee for the African Strategy for Fundamental and Applied Physics.
Diversity and Inclusion
- Co-directed innovative activities that promote diversity and foster collaboration across genders, ethnicities, religions, geographical boundaries, economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities.
- Latifa Elouadrhiri played a key role in creating Jefferson Lab’s first diversity program.
- Co-founded the following:
- The Women in Science and Engineering group at Jefferson Lab.
- The Jefferson Lab Extra Childcare Travel Fund.
- Regular mentor to undergraduate students, graduate students, post-doctoral researchers, and professionals at all levels, including selected students from the African School of Fundamental Physics and its Applications.
- Encourages discussion on diversity at the Center for Femtography through lectures and other means.
Education and Teaching
Development and implementation of the peer teaching method during my tenure at Christopher Newport University.