DEI is not just a concept, it is an approach that recognizes the importance of creating a workplace, community, or society that values and embraces the differences of all individuals.
I grew up as a first-generation, low-income student from Brazil’s Landless Workers Movement (MST in Portuguese). MST is a mass social movement, formed by rural workers and by all those who want to fight for land reform and against injustice and social inequality in rural areas. Through MST, over 370,000 families have been settled, including my own. Despite these achievements, many families continue to push for access to healthcare, credit for agricultural production, and schools.
DEI is a principle that guides my actions and decisions. I believe in the power of unity through our differences and am dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual's unique background and perspective are not only acknowledged but also heard.
My goal is to contribute to a world where everyone has the opportunity to grow and improve themselves.
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Women in Ecology is a volunteer project that exists to supports ecological causes based on scientific evidence and advocates for women's causes, aiming to give visibility to women ecologists.
Our project seeks to promote greater female representation in the field of ecology and advocates for more inclusive policies for minorities within the Brazilian scientific community.
Stay connected and up-to-date with the latest news from our project!
Parent in Science: an awesome Brazilian initiative that compiles data on the impacts of maternity (and paternity) in an academic career.
Rede Brasileira de Mulheres Cientistas: is a repository that aims to serve as a source of consultation and research on initiatives (programs, policies, projects, and actions).
Diversify EEB: a website that highlights ecologists and evolutionary biologists who are women and/or underrepresented minorities.
Society for the Study of Evolution Diversity Committee (SSE): a committee that intends to promote diversity and inclusiveness in the evolutionary biology field.
