| Autor: |
Downen, Matthew R., Olcott, Alison N. |
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Journal of Geoscience Education; July 2023, Vol. 71 Issue: 3 p301-306, 6p |
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AbstractEfforts to increase diversity and create more inclusive environments in geoscience academic spaces often lack LGBTQ+-specific initiatives. The LGBTQ+ community in the geosciences is composed of wide spectrums of sexuality and gender, yet many feel that LGBTQ+ people in geology are not visible or represented. LGBTQ+ geoscientists have also reported a lack of support during their time as a student. Based on LGBTQ+-focused surveys and previous literature, we propose some best practices that geoscience instructors and departments can implement to begin creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ people. This includes in-class and out-of-class practices including pronoun usage, incorporating LGBTQ+ themes into course content, confronting homophobia and transphobia, and celebrating the achievements of LGBTQ+ people. In order to make the geosciences more welcoming and inclusive, there must be explicit intention and effort to create impactful change regarding LGBTQ+ identities. |
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