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SMD aims to create an environment where each team member is valued for their diversity of thought, unique background and whole selves. And larger still, our desire is that all science funded by NASA, regardless of where it is performed, is comprised of teams that reflects the Nation and share our values.

As indicated in the NASA Science Plan and reflecting NASA's Core Value of Inclusion, the Science Mission Directorate is committed to actualizing an environment where Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) principles are ways of working and being.

We recognize that there are barriers and obstacles that historically marginalized groups face societally and in the workplace. We are committed to relieving these inequities with boldness and forward-learning practices - for systemic and lasting change, and recognize the constant need to continue to iterate and evolve. We are eager to share progress and create opportunities for dialogue with the community on progress and continued challenges to furthering IDEA throughout our work.

This page is a work in progress and will continue to be updated to share SMD's efforts towards IDEA.

SMD's cross-cutting IDEA Working Group is comprised of internal staff from all of our science divisions and serves as our central body for regularly communicating IDEA-related challenges, actions and solutions. The Working Group implements and coordinates initiatives in support and within alignment of SMD's strategies and NASA goals; ensuring measurable outcomes and progress towards metrics of success from each of the IDEA strategic priority-aligned subgroups.

SMD's science divisions are implementing numerous IDEA-related efforts that focus on the priority needs within the science disciplines, including both internal and external areas.

Launch of SMD Bridge Program to develop sustainable partnerships among institutions historically under-resourced by NASA, e.g., Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) such as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs)), Primarily Undergraduate Institutions (PUIs), Primarily Black Institutions (PBIs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) and Community Colleges; and very highly research-intensive universities and NASA Centers or Facilities.

Inclusion plan pilot and expansion: some NASA Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) programs are piloting the addition of a required Inclusion Plan to promote inclusion in NASA-supported science.

PI Launchpad to support first-time proposers, the annual PI Launchpad workshop provides resources and insight into the proposal process.

Adoption of dual-anonymous peer review for ROSES proposals to ensure that the review of proposals is performed in an equitable and fair manner.

Development of a template code of conduct for mission teams: still in development, this resource will be made available to support missions teams in operating with effective codes of conduct.

Sponsoring and incentivizing enhanced and innovative outreach activities with IDEA as a major focus

Listening sessions with early career students and faculty to identify barriers for underrepresented groups

Collection, evaluation, and publication of demographics of ROSES proposers and awardees

Baseline culture climate survey: an internal survey administered by SMD to analyze the work environment and feelings of inclusion among the SMD workforce.

Development of a NASA Headquarters SMD job shadowing and mentorship pilot program to encourage career growth.

Anonymous feedback box for SMD staff to provide input, proving greater psychological safety

Monthly IDEA conversations on foundational concepts and annual inclusion training

More opportunities to engage with NASA Science and Resources to support IDEA in the scientific community coming soon.

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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility at SMD - NASA Science

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SMD aims to create an environment where each team member is valued for their diversity of thought, unique background and whole selves. And larger still, our desire is that all science funded by NASA, regardless of where it is performed, is comprised of teams that reflects the Nation and share our values.

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The NISE Network Earth & Space project-based professional learning community was focused on making Earth & space Science relevant and inclusive for local communities. This PDF outlines the overarching goals for the program as well as our intended goals and outcomes for participants.

The Content Framework and Learning Framework are professional learning tools for informal educators engaging the public with the hands-on activities in the Explore Science: Earth & Space toolkits and the Sun, Earth, Universe exhibition.

These Community Collaborations resources offer an introduction to collaborations between museums and community organizations.

Keynotes

A detailed list of concurrent sessions and presenters for the

Acknowledgements
This material is based upon work supported by NASA under cooperative agreement award numbers NNX16AC67A and 80NSSC18M0061. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

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Making Earth & Space Science More Relevant and Inclusive | NISE Network

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These professional learning resources are based on materials developed for the NISE Network's Earth & Space Project-Based Learning Community which took place in 2021-2022. This project supported museums and science centers across the U.S. in their efforts to make Earth & Space science relevant and inclusive for their local communities.

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Planetary ReaCH: Strategies for Engaging Black and Latinx Audiences in Planetary Science

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Planetary ReaCH: Strategies for Engaging Black and Latinx Audiences in Planetary Science

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These research-based strategies continue to be revised.

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Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) Booklet | NISE Network 

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Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) Booklet | NISE Network 

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As the NISE Network continues to move forward in our efforts to inspire and support a lifetime of STEM engagement, we seek to ensure that our work embodies the principles of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI). For our organizations to evolve, we need to position DEAI as core to all of our missions and successes-not siloed within a specific initiative, individual, or program. Together we can interrogate current practices and use innovative approaches to determine a collective path forward. The purpose of this booklet is to provide you with practical tools to support your journey to a more equitable team and organization.The tools, practices, and project examples are designed to support NISE Network partner efforts in making their experiences more relevant and inclusive in order to promote a more equitable STEM future in our local communities.

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Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion Booklet: Tools for Engaging Communities and Incorporating DEAI Practices into Informal STEM Projects.
As the NISE Network continues to move forward in our efforts to inspire and support a lifetime of STEM engagement, we seek to ensure that our work embodies the principles of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI). For our organizations to evolve, we need to position DEAI as core to all of our missions and successes-not siloed within a specific initiative, individual, or program. Together we can interrogate current practices and use innovative approaches to determine a collective path forward. The purpose of this booklet is to provide you with practical tools to support your journey to a more equitable team and organization.The tools, practices, and project examples are designed to support NISE Network partner efforts in making their experiences more relevant and inclusive in order to promote a more equitable STEM future in our local communities.

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Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) Booklet | NISE Network

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As the NISE Network continues to move forward in our efforts to inspire and support a lifetime of STEM engagement, we seek to ensure that our work embodies the principles of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI).

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IDEA Resources for the Planetary Community

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NISE Network is committed to promoting inclusive, equitable, and accessible opportunities for diverse learners to engage in STEM.

By gathering, studying, and sharing evidence about what works best, the Network is continually improving in its efforts to involve all people in learning about and contributing to STEM.

NISE Network and our partners strive to include a diverse audience with regard to geography, dis/ability, gender, race/ethnicity, language and income. Some examples of this work include:

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Team-Based Inquiry Guide (evaluation capacity building tool) | NISE Network

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Professional development guide and evaluation tools for educators and researchers that explain each step of the Team-Based Inquiry (TBI) process and feature ways TBI is used in the NISE Network to improve educational experiences and professional practice.

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A National Earth and Space Science Initiative That Connects NASA, Public Libraries and Their Communities NASA Science Mission Directorate education objectives support the Nation’s education efforts to improve science literacy and to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. One institution that can

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STEAM Learning in Public Libraries: A “Guide on the Side” Approach for Inclusive Learning

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An Approach to Facilitating STEM Learning STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is so much more than memorizing a bunch of facts - it is a process of inquiry, exploration, and creativity! Learn how to be a "Guide on the Side,"

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Exhibit Design for Girls (and everyone's!) Engagement

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Exhibit Design for Girls (and everyone's!) Engagement

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See Recipe 3: Celebrating Women in STEM in particular

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