Our workshops on creative skills uplift scientists from historically excluded groups - so they can make the next big breakthroughs.
The Problem
A cutting-edge scientist might leave discovery research because of:
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Mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion from excessive and prolonged stress.
This can make a career in science feel unsustainable.
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Self-doubt and perceived incompetence, despite being high-performing and exceptionally skilled.
This can make career challenges feel insurmountable.
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Lacking commonality, encouragement, and support from mentors or peers.
This can cause feelings of alienation and despair.
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Overall low retention and advancement of scientists from a diversity of backgrounds.
This limits the representation of role models in science, and “you can’t be what you can’t see.”
These stem from systemic barriers that disproportionately impact scientists from historically excluded groups, such as:
Discrimination
Family Responsibilities
Microaggressions
Language Barrier
Physical Safety Concerns
Financial Insecurity
Medical Conditions
Mental Health Challenges
VISA or Citizenship Status
and many more…
Our Solution
We validate their experience and give them the skills they need now to:
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Principles of stage presence, improvisation, and storytelling for confident and impactful talks.
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Principles of graphic design and data visualization for clear and convincing figures.
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Skills from creative writing to finish grants, papers, and dissertations on time, and with confidence.
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Best practices in visual communication for maximum impact, accessibility, and persuasion.
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Best practices for constructive communication when giving, receiving, and implementing feedback.
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Developing a visual and verbal professional style to be memorable as your authentic self.
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Principles of photography (lighting, color, framing, and sample preparation) for optimal visual clarity.
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Skills to maintain physical and mental wellbeing for a life-long career in discovery
This approach complements efforts for systemic change.
Through workshops, talks, and consulting we tailor skills from across the arts to the practical needs of scientists.
And it works.
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We Energize Audiences.
100% learned something new
97% found the program engaging and would attend another
95% are interested in more Art in Science resources
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We Grow Careers.
92% identified areas for improvement
84% feel more confident in their ability to learn new skills
84% feel more accomplished in their career so far
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We Build Resilience.
89% have a greater appreciation for their current abilities
87% feel optimistic about their future
74% have a greater feeling that they Belong in Science
We Reach a Diverse Audience:
76% are women
74% are people of color
42% are from a low income background
42% have mental health challenges
42% are the first in their family to go to college
39% speak English as a second language
37% are LGBTQIA+ people