RESOURCES
We strive to offer tangible and actionable improvements in field research issues related to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This includes readily available resources that dedicated organizations and institutions can use in order to promote a safer environment for ALL researchers.
Available Resources:
Disclaimer: Field Inclusive compiles resources for educational purposes only. These resources are not to be copied, sold, or redistributed without permission from and credit to respective authors and copyright holders.
Accessible Fieldwork Checklist
Download a checklist meant to act as an evaluation guide for creating field opportunities that are safe and inclusive to all backgrounds and identities. Updated May 2024.
Accessibility Guide for Presentations and other Materials
View and download an accessibility guide created by members of TWS Inclusion Diversity Equity and Awareness Working Group.
Code of Conduct Template
Download a code of conduct template to use for creating policy for a safe and welcoming work environment.
Field Inclusive Week Resources
Including: Field Safety, Navigating Field Work with Disabilities, Challenging Stereotypes, Mental Health in Nature, and More! View Here.
Guidelines for Attracting Diverse Applicants
Download our “how-to” guide for making your field opportunity attractive to a diverse group of applicants and supporting them once they are on board.
Journal Articles
Download relevant scientific literature about DEI in natural sciences, field safety challenges, and socio-economic barriers faced by marginalized researchers. All articles are from open access journals or have been uploaded with author permission. Updated June 2024.
Medical Emergency Card
Download our Medical Emergency Card template to fill out and keep with you in the field. For professional and recreational use! Updated May 2024.
Suggested Field Safety Gear Templates/Recommendations
View and download suggested “field safety gear” examples to implement in your organization or institution.
Resources in Development:
- Guidelines to Self-Advocacy
- Online Field Safety Course
- Safety Plan Template