Birds are charismatic. Being around and listening to birds is something people find really enjoyable. Birds and nature can be a point of connection across our communities. Especially for those who are historically excluded from outreach spaces.
Become flexible communicators
Fundamentally, science is about perspective taking and expanding our understanding. Science communication depends on flexibly repackaging content. We all need practice in communicating flexibly!
Co-design inclusive content!
Outreach programs in STEM provide powerful opportunities for learning and should be widely available! Support the development of materials made by and for people with disabilities.
Community partnership
Making STEM materials accessible to communities traditionally excluded depends on building strong partnerships with those communities first and continually.
Prioritize Training
Create and incorporate training for STEM Undergraduates and CLO Staff on communicating across differences and developing respectful community partnerships.
Support Kids!
Support Tompkins-County kids with disabilities by providing critical early access to inclusive STEM materials.
