Interesting insights in this review from ADVANCEGeo leaders about how changes have been implemented and measured versus what is known about what is likely to be effective. It suggests some ways to move forward (both in education and measuring the changes/outcomes).
The racial history of scientific progress and the impact of exploitation and non-inclusive research on scientists and society. Plus, why objectivity will not solve the clearly documented (see data references within) problem; alternative solutions are proposed.
Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.
This document is a specific list of recommendations for safer and more inclusive field experiences from the Anti-Racism Action Committee from the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, at the University of California, Davis.
An article to increase awareness of the prevalence of bullying and harassment in the workplace, and to provide compiled resources on the topic.
Fieldwork, including work done at sea, is a key component of many geoscientists’ careers. Recent studies have highlighted the pervasive harassment faced by women and LGBTQ+ people during fieldwork. However, transgender and gender diverse (TGD) scientists face obstacles which have not yet been thoroughly examined. The article’s authors fill this gap by sharing their experiences… Read more »
Field stations and marine laboratories (FSMLs) are sentinels of Earth’s climate, providing scientists with the infrastructure to collect data in otherwise inaccessible areas of the globe. Many FSMLs were built around and continue to perpetuate male-dominated institutional ideologies, making it difficult for women, BIPOC, and those with intersecting identities to progress, succeed, and thrive. In… Read more »
This article summarizes survey findings of LGBTQ+ scientists in the geosciences community and highlights the unique challenges they face.
This article speaks to the importance of mental health in field work and summarizes the factors that impact mental health in the field.
A comprehensive checklist that seeks to make fieldwork a “positive, generative, collective, and valuable experience for all participants.” Written by authors with a wide range of backgrounds and field experiences, this document stresses inclusivity over each step in the fieldwork process, from planning to the return and debrief.
