Recently I was invited to help revise a classic #limnology book. Editors say they care about diversity but have no plan & are evading the issue. From @ElsevierConnect @ElsevierNews: "We can identify issues that impede inclusion in science and take action to resolve them." 1/
We need to do more than talk about diversity, justice, & equity. Without action & accountability, the book will perpetuate our racism in #ecology. I raised the issue twice & walked away frustrated, but I am curious to hear from others. Is there more I should have done? 2/
My question for @ElsevierConnect @ElsevierNews, what is your equity & diversity policy for contributed book projects? The policies I found are mostly internal or program-based. What are you doing to break racist cycles in what you produce- your legacy- & send into the world? 3/3
No response yet from @ElsevierConnect @ElsevierNews about justice & equity in contributed textbooks, such as a #limnology book that will be used in 100s of university classrooms. Ping @FreshwaterSteve @DrNitrogen @DrLimnology @EStanLimnology @SJC_fishy @ElenaBennett for awareness
RT if you ♥️ limnology, wetlands or hope to @DiversifyEEB. No response from @ElsevierConnect @ElsevierNews (see 👆). I conclude they have no plan to foster justice & equity in the revision of a classic limnology text. If you are a contributing author, please help & demand action!
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