Broadening Participation Library

The Science and Technologies for Phosphorus Sustainability initiative has created an open-source library that contains details and information towards broadening participation in STEM. As some may already know, there are many challenges that young students have to face in order to gain a quality education. As educators, knowing what these obstacles are is the first towards helping our students to flourish. This library provides educators with resources that detail the nuance of sensitive topics that limit participation and diversity.

MINORITY SERVING ORGANIZATIONS

Resources intended to enlighten those looking for professional organizations that are dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable social groups.

SENSE OF BELONGING/
CULTURE OF INCLUSION

Resources intended to enlighten those looking to build a sense of belonging for all students, thus building a culture of inclusion.

MENTAL HEALTH

To educate individuals on care and consideration for their student’s mental health and well-being.

EQUITY IN STEM

Resources to ensure equity and diversity

TEACHING BEST PRACTICES

Resources to learn best practices in teaching, with emphasis for minority groups.

RECRUITING

Resources intended to enlighten those looking for best practices in finding and recruiting talent among minority groups

SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Resources for individuals who seek to learn the problems that international students may face to further support their academic success.

LGBTQA+

Intended to enlighten those looking for best practices in care and consideration of LGBTQA+ students and their individual needs.

RETENTION

Includes resources for those looking to retain students by learning of the problems that diverse students face during academic progression.

DISABILITY

Intended to enlighten those looking for best practices in care and consideration of those with special needs.       

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE

Resources to educate people on the impact of environmental hazards and their effect on learning.

RELIGION

Resources to educate in regard to sensitive religious topics.