2017 Fall Meeting

11-15 December

The geoscience workforce is one of the least diverse, despite its importance to understanding our planet's past, present, and future. The goals of this workshop are to (1) identify elements from successful programs for attracting and advancing historically-underrepresented earth scientists at multiple career stages, and (2) identify strategies that AGU and its members can enact to broaden the participation of a diverse membership and geoscience workforce. Topics to be discussed include best strategies to increase the recruitment and retention of undergraduate and graduate students in earth and environmental science programs; enhancing participation in research; connecting studies with employment opportunities in academia, government, non-profit, and the private sector. A panel presentation will be followed by small break-out round-table discussions centered on topics related to various career stages and professional tracks of interest. A summary report will be developed and shared with the group to continue the dialogue on best strategies and resources for attracting and advancing a diverse geoscience workforce. Co-sponsored by the Earth Science Women's Network and AGU.