Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Working Group

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA)

The GLOBE DEIA Working Group seeks to advance the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility within GLOBE, advancing our mission and forwarding our vision towards full participation in GLOBE for the broadest possible spectrum of the human community without obstruction.

Our Vision

The Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) Program is committed to promoting a culture of belonging with its community of students, teachers, scientists, and citizen scientists in order for all to contribute meaningfully to our understanding of the Earth system. GLOBE recognizes that the creation of diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible practices is central to achieving this goal and seeks to foster an environment that values diversity as a core strength; addresses inequities; and ensures inclusion of all perspectives in guiding the planning and implementation of The GLOBE Program.

Our Mission

Our mission is to ensure that GLOBE learners and community members around the world are valued as diverse individuals with different perspectives, and unique ways of thinking. We commit to encouraging open collaboration and communication to build and sustain a diverse, just, equitable, and inclusive program.

Who We Are

Find the currently active DEIA Working Group members and their contact information below:

	Nikitah Imani Chair North America nimani (at) unomaha.edu
	Juan Felipe Restrepo Mesa Vice Chair Latin America & the Caribbean jrestrepo (at) montessoricartagena.edu.co
	Trena Ferrell Secretary At Large trena.m.ferrell (at) nasa.gov
	Shadrack Kwaku Agyiri Member Africa revshaddy (at) gmail.com
	Francis Murillo Emralino Member Asia & Pacific femralino.pshs (at) gmail.com
	Marina Pavlić Member Europe & Eurasia mapav18 (at) gmail.com
	Rafat Jambi Member Near East and North Africa jambi2020 (at) gmail.com
	Rosalba Giarratano NASA Liaison to GLOBE DEI WG North America rosalba.n.giarratano (at) nasa.gov
	Grace Crain-Wright GIO Liaison North America gcrain (at) ucar.edu

What We Stand For

Diversity: The collective mixture of visible and invisible differences and similarities that enhance the societal relevance and impact of GLOBE and includes the full spectrum of personal attributes, cultural affiliations, and socioeconomic (or professional) statuses that characterize individuals within society.

Equity: The fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all people, with just inclusion in which all can participate, prosper, benefit, and reach their full potential. This means striving to identify and eliminate barriers that have prevented the full participation of some groups.

Inclusion: Ensuring respect and value of the individual identities and contributions of participants engaged in executing GLOBE’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities and ensuring that GLOBE is a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all. This involves cultivating a culture of involvement and empowerment, and promoting and sustaining a sense of belonging.

Accessibility: Strive to make GLOBE accessible for all participants. This involves continually improving GLOBE products and webpages and ensuring events and meetings are welcoming and accommodating for all participants.