Belonging in STEM: an interactive, iterative approach to create and maintain a diverse learning community. (November 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ayala, Marina J.; Carter, Javan K.; Fachon, Avani S.; Flaxman, Samuel M.; Gil, Michael A.; Kenny, Heather V.; Laubach, Zachary M.; Madden, Sage A.; McDermott, Molly T.; Medina-García, Angela; Safran, Rebecca J.; Scherner, Ellen; Schield, Drew R.; Vasquez-Rey, Sabela; Volckens, Julie
• Is Part Of: Trends in ecology & evolution. Volume 36:Number 11(2021)
• Page Start: 964
• Page End: 967
• Publication Date: 2021-11
• Subjects: justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) -- critical race theory -- community cultural wealth (CCW) -- belonging; Ecology -- Periodicals; Evolution (Biology) -- Periodicals; 576.8
• DOI: 10.1016/j.tree.2021.08.004
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0169-5347

Abstract

Abstract : Diversity is a key driver of scientific innovation, yet fields in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) have struggled to retain diverse communities. Research suggests that fostering a sense of belonging is critical for retaining diversity. We propose an iterative process that aims to improve sense of belonging among laboratory (lab) members through self-reflection and community collective action.