The proposed budget cuts are going to be harmful to everyone. We have two actions this week:
Soil science chose me
Today on #meetascientist, we are excited to introduce you to Karen Vaughan, a soil science professor at the University of Wyoming, an incredible mentor, and a newly minted science filmmaker (short film below). Thanks Karen for the interview!
Weekly Wrap-Up
I want to start this post by taking a moment to appreciate our growing network, and to say thank you to all you awesome women and supporters who are behind this success. I know this week is ending on a dark note for American science and that the proposed budget cuts are damn scary. We have strength in each other and we will continue to #resist every day.
What we've done
- New campaign to show the EPA some love #ourEPA
We are preparing for the March for Science, find a local pod to organize with.
Find more ways to contribute to 500WS and work on specific topics - join a Strike Team
500WS iron on patches (for free!!)
We Love Data benefit in Washington state.
What we like
- Influential women in network research & 5 badass women of science.
Is it time to redefine the endless frontier?
Free posters celebrating mighty women in science (perfect for the march!)
Identifying the gender gap in publications.
#OUREPA
This week, we have a very special #TakeActionTuesday. Show the EPA some love with the new #OurEPA campaign, designed by the 500WS DC pod.
Send a postcard by April 1st, sharing your story about environmental protection! Find all the details on the postcard campaign here!
Nevertheless, She Persisted
Today on #meetascientist I am excited to introduce you to Kristy Duran, a leader of 500WS and a co-author of this post last week in Scientific American. Her's is a story of perseverance, leading by example, and mentoring. Thanks Kristy for the interview!
Weekly Wrap-Up
Take Action Tuesday
Women Scientists of Europe Unite
Science and technology are integral to all aspects of our life — from medicine and the environment to energy and trade. Today, more than ever, breakthroughs in science towards solving society’s biggest challenges are best made by collaborations across national boundaries, by interdisciplinary research, and, foremost, by bringing together diverse scientific minds. Yet, while it is well established that diversity leads to better science, women, people of colour, immigrants, LGBTQIA, and disabled people continue to face ubiquitous and well-known challenges in sciences across the world and across Europe.
Work at it every day!
Weekly Wrap-Up
Take Action Tuesday
Weekly Wrap-Up
Where should we start? This week was a whirlwind of activity! Beginning with the Rally for Science at the AAAS meeting in Boston, followed by a lot of activity from our women around the world. Keep your heads up ladies, and enjoy the weekend!
Take Action Tuesday
In our suggested actions this week, we focus on ways to support diversity.
- February is Black History Month and a great oppurtunity to support groups and causes we believe in. We suggest helping groups that support diversity grow in your communities and on Facebook and Twitter (e.g. Vanguard STEM).
Let’s help each other connect with young women interested in science. Find a local science event and volunteer as a speaker or science fair judge. One immediate opportunity is the Expanding Your Horizons conference in Fort Collins April 8 and looking for volunteers. Post similar opportunities near you in the comments section.
Weekly Wrap-Up
Happy 3 month birthday 500WS! Today is extra special because we are officially launching 500WS Pods, local chapters of 500WS. What better way to celebrate 3 months together than by growing and strengthening our network.
