Explore strategies for creating inclusive and diverse field and lab environments in geosciences through this comprehensive conference session. Gain insights from leading experts as they discuss crucial topics such as institutional solutions, shared facilities, Title IX studies, and fieldwork best practices. Learn how to choose inclusive teams, prepare for field conditions, emphasize specific skills training, and address cultural norms. Discover methods for inclusive tasking, fostering ownership through input, deemphasizing hierarchies, and promoting diverse leadership. Examine zero-tolerance policies, networking opportunities, and moving forward initiatives. Engage with panel discussions on barriers to participation, ethics policies, and creating safe environments in the geosciences field. Benefit from the expertise of speakers from various institutions, including the American Association for the Advancement of Science, NOAA, Woods Hole Research Center, and the American Geophysical Union. Read more