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An interactive, iterative approach to create and maintain a diverse learning community
Ayala, M. J., Carter, J. K., Fachon, A. S., Flaxman, S. M., Gil, M. A., Kenny, H. V., Laubach, Z. M., Madden, S. A., McDermott, M. T., Medina-García, A., Safran, R. J., Scherner, E., Schield, D. R., Vasquez-Rey, S., & Volckens, J. (2021). Belonging in STEM: An interactive, iterative approach to create and maintain a diverse learning community. Trends in Ecology and Evolution, 36(11), 964-967. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tree.2021.08.004
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.
