Description:

Half of the world's population are women. Despite a significant increase in the number of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields (as students, faculty and professionals in industry), they account for 19% of the workforce in Geosciences. At AMS, women represent about 25% of its membership and only 5 women have served as President in over 100 years. How do we increase the representation and inclusion of women in AMS? How do we retain and empower those who are already in the field?

This session will consist of a workshop that will provide the attendants with tools and advice on how to build a supportive and inclusive community to foster retention of women in the Geosciences at all levels and sectors. While this session is primarily targeted at women and underrepresented genders, it is open to all. This session will be connected to the traditional Women in the Atmospheric Sciences Luncheon.

Key takeaways topics will be covered:

• Boost your self-confidence
• Navigating gender and power dynamics
• Reinforcing the value of soft and hard skills
• Building a support network: finding advocates and allies