The ethics of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in the earth system sciences

Burt, Melissa; Haacker, Rebecca; Montaño, Patricia; Vara, Marissa; Sloan, Valerie

doi:10.3389/fphy.2022.1085789

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“…In essence, although universities are implementing DEI policies because of the academic and professional advantages they bring, they do not always consider the ethical aspect (Burt et al, 2022), when clearly it is required. More research is therefore still needed to guide the development and implementation of effective DEI policies and practices in higher education.…”

Section: The Role Of Research In Advancing Diversity Equity and Inclu...mentioning

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A Journey through the Potential of Research to Drive Innovation in University Education

Aranibar Ramos,

Ramos Castillo,

Zanabria Cabrera

2023

EDUCA

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This essay aims to explore effective ways to utilize research in improving the quality of university education and address challenges that impede its potential. The authors conducted a multivocal literature review and approached six subtopics, including the role of interdisciplinary research and collaboration, the impact of research on teaching practices and student outcomes, the potential of emerging technologies, the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of research and innovation, and the role of funding and resources. They recommend investment in research infrastructure, the promotion of collaboration, engagement, and ethical principles, and building a culture of research. Implementing these recommendations will enable universities to utilize research effectively in order to enhance the quality of university education, drive progress, and contribute to more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable societies.

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A Journey through the Potential of Research to Drive Innovation in University Education

Aranibar Ramos,

Ramos Castillo,

Zanabria Cabrera

2023

EDUCA

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“…Academic institutions and organizations have an ethical obligation toward pursuing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) (Burt et al, 2022). The participation of underrepresented/marginalized groups in academia is generally low, which is primarily driven by certain STEM fields (Li and Koedel, 2017).…”

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The 2023 GEM climate survey: results and recommendations

O’Brien,

Walsh,

Vines

et al. 2024

Front. Astron. Space Sci.

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In order to help inform efforts to fulfill the National Science Foundation (NSF) Geospace Environment Modeling (GEM) community’s ethical goal toward pursuing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) the authors administered the 2023 GEM Climate Survey to attendees of the 2023 GEM Workshop. Its main goals were to 1) obtain organized demographic information about the GEM community, and 2) to provide a quantitative assessment of the GEM community’s perceptions of its own culture primarily with respect to inclusion and belonging. Responses indicate the GEM community is comparable or slightly more diverse than heliophysics as a whole and the American Geophysical Union (AGU) general membership, but still not close to reflecting the population of the United States or the world. The average responses to survey items about feelings of belonging in the GEM community indicate that members feel they belong in the GEM community, that the GEM community climate is broadly inclusive, and that efforts to support that cultural climate are improving over time. This is true across the entire population regardless of career stage, as well as for female respondents; Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Pansexual, Asexual (LGBTQPA+) respondents; Asian/Asian Subcontinent respondents; and non-Asian respondents of color. Division of the dataset into subgroups also indicates work to build a fully inclusive community is not complete, particularly with respect to workplace hostility these groups witness. This report recommends continuing work to capture the time history of demographics and trends in the community culture in response to inclusion efforts and initiatives.

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“…While the case can be made that productivity and results improve with a diverse workforce, this alone does not have to motivate us into action. Burt et al (2022) showed that the "business case" for diversity is misaligned with current attitudes of young professionals in both the Earth and space sciences and more broadly across science and engineering, in general. Rather than seeking only the benefits that diversification can yield for (primarily white, male) institutions, many are motivated by their interest in equity and inclusion (Haacker et al, 2022).…”

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Space physics guide to STRIDE: Strategies and tactics for recruiting to improve diversity and excellence

Liemohn

Linderman

Settles

2023

Front. Astron. Space Sci.

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The space physics research community is not diverse. This is especially true at the senior experience levels, but is even true for our student populations, which are also not matching the demographics of the general public. Striving towards a demographic shift to match the general population promotes equity and inclusion. In addition, diversity increases research productivity. Unfortunately, bias exists, including within the space physics research community, and this negatively impacts hiring practices and perpetuates the demographic mismatch. Yet there are many strategies and tactics that can be adopted to counter this problem. A number of these methods are presented and discussed, specifically those regarding the search process for hiring new research group members. The key methods for achieving an equitable search process are as follows: develop a holistic rubric early, even before the job ad is posted; slow down the downselect from the full applicant pool to the short list of finalists so that the rubric can be carefully applied to each candidate; make the interview process as equitable as possible by considering the ways in which it could be biased; and conduct a fair decision-making process that focuses on the job-relevant criteria and avoids global rankings until the final vote.

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The ethics of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in the earth system sciences

Cited by 8 publications

References 12 publications

A Journey through the Potential of Research to Drive Innovation in University Education

A Journey through the Potential of Research to Drive Innovation in University Education

The 2023 GEM climate survey: results and recommendations

Space physics guide to STRIDE: Strategies and tactics for recruiting to improve diversity and excellence

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