2019 Annual Report

Research into the topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the coastal sector shows that a “leaky pipeline” exists for underrepresented groups as they seek to enter or advance their scientific careers. RAE recognized the need to offer individuals Facilitators of the workshop encouraged role-playing and group discussions to simulate real-world situations involving diversity and inclusion challenges. Attendees learned how to combat bias within themselves and within their individual organizations, as well as how to change their recruiting, hiring, and retention practices to become more equitable. They walked away with the ability to identify examples of injustice in their workplace and daily lives, and knowledge of how to challenge them. This session, and future ones like it, could have profound impact on the ability of environmental organizations to engage their community members and constituents; simultaneously, this work encourages members of traditionally underrepresented demographics to enter and remain in the conservation field, creating broad and increasing impacts on society at large.