Inclusion in STEM

Session 4: Inclusive Leadership in STEM

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | 1:00 - 2:30pm Eastern

About the event:

Leaders in STEM have the opportunity and duty to foster environments where diverse voices are heard, valued, and included in decision-making processes, innovation, and research. They recognize the value of different perspectives and experiences in driving innovation and problem-solving.

The lack of diversity in STEM is amplified for positions of power. Groups that are the most underrepresented and marginalized in STEM (Black, Latino/a/X, Indigenous and people of color) are the least represented in leadership positions. In this session, we will learn about why leadership in STEM can be less diverse and how we can work together to ameliorate this issue. We will also explore strategies for being an inclusive leader that can be implemented at multiple stages of a person’s career.

2030STEM’s partnership with the New York Academy of Sciences

Research demonstrates that the lack of diversity in STEM fields is a significant barrier to innovation. This necessitates active efforts to include individuals from all backgrounds and ensure we all have equitable opportunities to participate, contribute, and succeed in science, math, engineering, and technology. Including people from various backgrounds, especially those that are underrepresented and marginalized in STEM, allows us to embrace cognitive diversity, unlocking a wealth of creativity and problem-solving potential.

This series delves into a few of the many topics that are essential for actively cultivating a culture of inclusion in STEM, including defining inclusion, promoting inclusive pipelines through mentorship, finding solidarity and power through joining affinity groups, being an inclusive leader, and communicating research in a way that centers inclusion, equity, and intersectionality.

No matter the stage you are in your career, whether a student, fellow, or working professional, learning about and implementing inclusive practices will enrich your work and perspective. Ultimately, STEM should be accessible to everyone, regardless of identity, socioeconomic status, or circumstances. It is not only a matter of social justice but also essential for driving innovation, advancing knowledge, and solving complex problems facing our world.

Learn more and register here.