Improving Accessibility and Inclusion in Field and Laboratory Science -  Conversation #2
Channel: National Academies - Earth and Life Studies
Date: 2022-02-04

This is the second conversation for Leading Practices for Improving Accessibility and Inclusion in Field and Laboratory Science: A Conversation Series.

The second conversation in the series will focus on specific aspects of access and inclusion for laboratory-based research and education in STEMM, including best practices for establishing accessible and inclusive lab spaces. The event will bring together a group of scholars and leaders in the disability community in a live webcast conversation about these topics. Our speakers will discuss key questions for the community, including: what does universal design in a lab environment look like and what are the innovative tools being created to allow for more accessibility? How can people be proactive about establishing accessible and inclusive lab environments, including the infrastructure, tools, and cultural changes to support these shifts?

We enthusiastically encourage the public to share perspectives and to participate in the discussion. Prior to the conversation, we will share a pre-recorded keynote presentation to set the stage for the discussion. The event will be webcasted with opportunities for viewers to submit questions via Slido here.

A live transcriptionist and ASL interpreter will be present at every conversation. Additional requests for accommodations can be submitted during registration until January 18th, 2022.

A live transcriptionist and ASL interpreter will be present at every conversation.