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Weekly Wrap-Up
Feb 15, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Feb 15, 2019
Feb 15, 2019
Take Action Tuesday
Feb 12, 2019
Take Action Tuesday
Feb 12, 2019

“..every single day in America, 137 black women die from a preventable disease, heart disease. That's every 11 minutes.” -T. Morgan Dixon

Feb 12, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Feb 8, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Feb 8, 2019

This week saw crucial discussions around climate justice, with testimony at the House Committee on Natural Resources and the release of an outline for the Green New Deal, as well as around voting rights with Stacey Abrams’ response to the State of the Union. These conversations continue to invigorate our work as we imagine bold solutions to building a more just and equitable scientific enterprise, while drawing from a base of evidence to implement them. Together, we’ll continue to do better!

Feb 8, 2019
Black History Month
Feb 5, 2019
Black History Month
Feb 5, 2019

February is Black History Month in the United States. This Tuesday, and for the entire month of February, take some time to learn more about African American artists, authors, scientists, and activists. Support and amplify their stories.

Feb 5, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Feb 1, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Feb 1, 2019

For #blackhistorymonth, Black Panther is back in theaters! This could be a great pod gathering and another opportunity to see the brilliant scientist, Shuri on the big screen ! How else are you all planning to honor and celebrate #blackhistorymonth? Let us know! Enjoy the weekend, and for those in the polar vortex, stay safe!

Feb 1, 2019
Take Action Tuesday
Jan 29, 2019
Take Action Tuesday
Jan 29, 2019

This week on #TakeActionTuesday, 500 Women Scientists asks you to #StandWithBennett to ensure the continued accreditation of Bennett College, one of two remaining historically black colleges for women. We’ll also keep working to keep the government open and prevent future shutdowns, which only serve to harm science and our society.

Jan 29, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Jan 25, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Jan 25, 2019

Last weekend many from our organization marched - in a women’s march, on #MLK day and for #indigenouspeoplesmarch. We love to see you all out there standing up for social justice and taking steps towards breaking down a system that truly only supports on a few and holds back most. We know alone, marching will not bring change, but it does bring us together, helps build our network, and makes us stronger when we return home to enact the necessary changes - to make science more open, inclusive, and accessible. Thank you everyone for what you do. Enjoy your well earned weekend!

Jan 25, 2019
Take Action Tuesday
Jan 22, 2019
Take Action Tuesday
Jan 22, 2019

There is about a week left to weigh in on proposed changes to Title IX that will affect student and employees of educational institutions from discrimination based on sex and sexual harassment. Or as ‘Catherine Lhamon, a former assistant secretary for civil rights in the Obama administration, said the consequences of the rule would be devastating for survivors: “It seems like encouragement for schools to stick their heads in the sand and ignore information readily available to them,”.’

Jan 22, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Jan 18, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Jan 18, 2019
Jan 18, 2019
Take Action Tuesday
Jan 15, 2019
Take Action Tuesday
Jan 15, 2019

To continue celebrating National Mentoring Month, this week’s #TakeActionTuesday is focused on recognizing and thanking the mentors in our life. #ThankYouTuesday

Jan 15, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Jan 11, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Jan 11, 2019

Hey friends, how are you doing this week? How is your #selfcare routine? Are you exercising? Making time for your own thoughts? Making time away from your computer to be with your friends and family? Maybe a goal for the weekend? Sunday I have 4 conference calls so on Saturday I am leaving my computer and phone and home and plan to get time outside! I also plan to take a nap, I can’t wait! Big hug and see you next week.

Jan 11, 2019
Weekly Action - Mentoring Month
Jan 8, 2019
Weekly Action - Mentoring Month
Jan 8, 2019
Jan 8, 2019
Sharing Our Discoveries
Jan 7, 2019
Sharing Our Discoveries
Jan 7, 2019

This week on #MeetAScientist, get to know Dr. Susan Cheng, an ecosystem ecologist and member of the 500 Women Scientists Leadership Team. She has spearheaded our newly launched Fellowship of the Future, which will recognize the contributions of women of color leading in STEM. 500 Women Scientists is currently fundraising to support the first cohort of fellows in Fall 2020. To learn more and support the future of STEM, you can donate today.

Jan 7, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Jan 4, 2019
Weekly Wrap-Up
Jan 4, 2019

Happy New Year! 2018 was awesome, and honestly we can’t wait to see what 2019 brings. I started my year off by listening to the latest episode of the Nod, on setting your intentions for the year. I love the connotation of ‘intention’ because it allows for and encourages assessment and reflection at the end of the year - more so than ‘goals’ or ‘resolutions.’ What do you think? Do you set intentions? Make resolutions? Or do you have another tradition for starting out a new year?

Jan 4, 2019
Take Action Tuesday - Christmas edition
Dec 25, 2018
Take Action Tuesday - Christmas edition
Dec 25, 2018
Dec 25, 2018
Weekly Wrap-Up
Dec 21, 2018
Weekly Wrap-Up
Dec 21, 2018

The year is ending, and while we are ready for a bit of rest over the upcoming week, we really can’t wait for 2019 to start! Like any change making organization, our momentum waxes and wanes, but we trust our work. We are changing the STEM landscape, growing a stronger network, and building resources every day. Thanks for joining us on this journey! Happy Holidays.

Dec 21, 2018
Take Action Tuesday
Dec 18, 2018
Take Action Tuesday
Dec 18, 2018

Make mentoring part of your new year's resolutions.

Dec 18, 2018
Building Networks for Girls in STEM
Dec 17, 2018
Building Networks for Girls in STEM
Dec 17, 2018

This week on #MeetAScientist, get to know Erin Hogeboom, Director Of Strategic Partnerships at National Girls Collaborative Project (NGCP). NGCP works to bring together organizations that are committed to informing and encouraging girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). In this interview, she shares the NGCP’s approach to supporting girls in STEM.

Dec 17, 2018
Weekly Wrap-Up
Dec 14, 2018
Weekly Wrap-Up
Dec 14, 2018

We have just finished up a fantastic week in Washington, DC at the AGU conference where we had meet-ups, launches and happy-hours galore. After last week when we launched our Women in Medicine satellite, we are ready for a bit of a holiday break! Sending you all a big hug and good feelings for the last 2 weeks of the year.

Dec 14, 2018
Take Action Tuesday
Dec 11, 2018
Take Action Tuesday
Dec 11, 2018

We are launching the Fellowship for the Future to recognize and amplify the important contributions of women of color in STEM. This fellowship will provide awardees with leadership training, a stipend, and additional resources to complete their projects that help make the STEM community more inclusive and equitable.

Dec 11, 2018
Weekly Wrap-Up
Dec 7, 2018
Weekly Wrap-Up
Dec 7, 2018

Our favorite meeting of the year is coming up next week - AGU! This year we have a fews ways you can meet up with us Scientist Engagement Happy Hour & Story Collider on Thursday. And send us a message on twitter if you have questions while you are there. Hope to see some of you next week and have a great weekend.

Dec 7, 2018
Holiday Gift Guide
Dec 4, 2018
Holiday Gift Guide
Dec 4, 2018

Happy Holidays friends. This year we are really excited to share our holiday gift guide for current and future women scientists! We have something for everyone: gifts that give, gifts for your home, to read & to wear, and gifts for the future women scientists in your life. Honestly, these gifts aren’t just for the holidays, they’d be great for birthdays, graduations and just to say ‘thanks, for being a role model’. Enjoy and let us know what you think!

Dec 4, 2018
500 Women in Medicine
Dec 3, 2018
500 Women in Medicine
Dec 3, 2018

Today marks the launch of 500 Women in Medicine, a satellite of 500 Women Scientists established by five women medical students. Celebrate by getting to know the five women running this initiative. We believe women play a critical role in medicine and for medicine to truly serve the people, it must be inclusive and reflect the true diversity in our society. To learn more, check out their official page and follow them on Twitter @500WIM, Instagram @500womeninmedicine, and Linkedin.

Dec 3, 2018

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