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This award is presented to an early career chemist as a mark of distinction and recognition for excellence in their work in equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
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The 2026 winner of the Gilead Early Career Award for Excellence in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Award is:
Genievieve Consilia Borg
University of Guelph
Genievieve Borg is an emerging leader in the Indigenization of STEM, whose early career is marked by transformative work at the intersection of chemistry, education, and Indigenous advocacy. As an Anishinaabekwe from Wiikwemkoong First Nation and Ph.D. candidate at the University of Guelph, Genievieve brings both lived experience and academic rigor to her mission of creating equitable, culturally resonant learning environments for Indigenous students in scientific spaces.
Her efforts go beyond representation as they reimagine how knowledge is valued and shared. Through public scholarship, community collaboration, and artwork featured on international journal covers, she has elevated Indigenous knowledge systems and challenged dominant narratives in STEM. She is recognized nationally for her contributions to equity and inclusion, serving as a sought-after speaker and advisor to organizations including NSERC, MITACS, and Indigenous Services Canada.
Genievieve’s leadership within campus initiatives, international Indigenous networks, and national equity policy advising showcases her influence beyond academia. Genievieve is building a future in which Indigenous students are not only included in STEM – they are empowered to lead it. Her impact already echoes across disciplines and borders as she serves as a visionary voice for equity and transformation in science.
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