Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the SWSPCP

DEI Statement

Society of Wetland Scientists Professional Certification Program Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
At the SWSPCP, wetland science and practice is our passion, and we know that wetlands are incredibly diverse and that each wetland scientist is as unique as each wetland. We endeavor to place diversity, equity, and inclusion at the core of who we are and what we do and to take action to ensure that our certificants and leadership reflect the diversity of wetland scientists and practitioners across the globe. Our approach will be based on being open, transparent, collaborative, and inclusive.

We recognize diversity to be the representation of various identities and differences in our program which broadly include, among other dimensions, race, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, physical appearance, religion, economic status, country of origin and citizenship, ethnic background, disability, education, career stage, and professional status.

We plan to take proactive steps to:

• Build Diversity among our certificants and leadership;
• Provide Equal opportunity and equal access to certification, such as considering geographical or financial status; and
• Ensure Inclusivity to certificants and leaders in actively participating in the certification program and serving as certified wetland scientists.

SWSPCP DEI Connect Session Webinar from April 25, 2023 Video

SWSPCP DEI Survey Results 8-22 PDF

SWSPCP DEI Action Plans 4-24 PDF

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