The Australian Mathematical Society and the Statistical Society of Australia have released a joint statement on the unequal impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on the profession. This is to reinforce, and add Australian context to, the statement released by the European Women in Mathematics group.
The Australian mathematical sciences community reiterates that the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic have not been equally experienced, and they will continue to be felt for a long time to come. Impacts including reduction of research output, loss of networking opportunities and collegiate connection, and increased stress on mental health have been devastating to many, but have been most acutely felt by those in more vulnerable positions.
The full statement can be found on this page, or in (printable, accessible) pdf format here. It is endorsed by the ARC Centre of Excellence for Mathematical & Statistical Frontiers, the Australian Academy of Science, the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering, the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute, the Mathematical Research Institute (MATRIX), the National Tertiary Education Union, the University of Sydney Mathematical Research Institute, and Science & Technology Australia.
