Page 110 - SAMRC Annual Report 2023-24

Members of the public and SAMRC staff participating at the SAMRC's Annual World Diabetes
Day fun walk.

Additionally, in collaboration with the Association of training programme sponsored by the Chan Soon-
South African Women in Science and Engineering, Shiong Family Foundation (CSSFF), which aims to
scientists from BRIP visited Wesbank Secondary train young African scientists in preparation for the
School in Malmesbury, for a 2-day outreach program biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
to inspire and empower high school girls from
disadvantaged communities. Students showcased As the country celebrates three decades
their own scientific innovations and were afforded of democracy, BRIP pledges to continue its
demonstrations by scientists from BRIP and local commitment to transformation, education and
universities (Universities of Stellenbosch, Western skills development. By creating a workforce
Cape and Cape Town). representative of the country's demographics and
developing the next generation of health scientists,
In celebration of 30 years of BRIP is steadfast in its dedication to fostering an
empowered workforce that will strengthen research
democracy in South Africa "In Africa, for Africa, by Africans."
As South Africa marks 30 years of democracy, BRIP
remains unwavering in its commitment to nurturing
an inclusive, empowered, and transformed
workforce. BRIP has undergone a profound shift
in its demographic makeup; in 2006 the Platform
compromised of 57% White and 42% Coloured
employees. Since then, the Platform has diversified
towards a more inclusive workforce with 30%
Black African, 25% Coloured, 25% Indian and
20% White permanent employees in 2023. This
transformation represents BRIP's efforts to foster a
work environment that is inclusive and reflects the
rich diversity of our country.

BRIP will continue its commitment to capacity BRIP's staff engaging with the public as part of
building in the field of science and technology. This celebrating National Science Week.
commitment is exemplified by its participation in the

108 SAMRC ANNUAL REPOR T 2023-24