Science, even our own field of biogeochemistry, is not immune to both conscious and unconscious bias, discrimination, silencing, and not hearing or choosing not to hear minority colleagues and voices. The history of these racist and discriminatory practices in science is discussed elsewhere, as the writers of this statement would not do justice to a discussion of this history. However, we recognize that we are part of the machine of science that has a publish or perish business model and that determines the voices that are heard, and published. We are part of the system by choosing editors, reviewers, and invited papers and issues. We both pledge our support to the Black Lives Matter movement while recognizing that pledging support is not enough. Like Springer, AAAS, AGU, and most science organizations, we acknowledge and support #ShutDownSTEM, a grassroots movement that aims to ''transition to a lifelong commitment of actions to eradicate anti-Black racism in academia and STEM.'' How can we do better? We need the help of our community at large. We need advice and suggestions from our readers on how to be more inclusive, and how to diversify our Editorial Board and our Board of Readers. The point of #ShutDownSTEM was to stop and take time to listen. All ideas are welcome-please

The challenges of sustainable development are ever more pressing, and the skills, interests and capabilities of the SEGH member are well-placed to continue to make more meaningful contributions to the environment, society and well-being. We reflect on the historical development of the society, its response to the dynamic international research landscape and the great opportunities ahead. In 2018, SEGH implemented a new board structure after 2-3 years of consultation, with approval of a new constitution and a new strategy across the large number of international board members. While regions were represented by M. J. Watts (&) Á O.

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