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Academic Faculty Interviews
Are you considering applying for a faculty position in the USA? Are you curious about what the interview process may contain?
Navigating Workplace Hierarchy
Have you experienced hierarchy in your workplace? Unsure how to navigate it?
Registration is now open for our upcoming event on Friday May 19th at 1530 UTC!
We will be joined by 5 fantastic speakers who will share their experiences …
Read MoreESWN 2023 Silent Auction
Back by popular demand is our ESWN Silent Auction! We are so excited to be featuring many items generously donated by ESWN members, amazing artists, and allies.
Thank you to our generous donors for making this fundraising effort possible. …
Read MoreESWN Networking Receptions at AGU and AMS
We are so excited to be hosting two upcoming ESWN Networking Receptions at the AGU Fall Meeting and AMS Annual Meeting. See below for details of each event, and we hope to see you there!
AMS Annual Meeting ESWN
…Read MoreCall for Volunteers January 2023
The Earth Science Women’s Network is recruiting volunteers to serve on all our committees! If interested, please fill out the below survey by 31 Jan 2023.
ESWN’s mission is to support the scientists of today and welcome the …
Read MoreNavigating the NSF System
Navigating the NSF System
Join us for a virtual workshop on Monday February 6, 2023, at 18:00-20:00 UTC
(1:00-3:00pm ET, 12:00-2:00pm CT, 11:00am-1:00pm MT, 10:00am-12:00pm PT)
Get YOUR questions answered by NSF Program Officers!
- How can you craft
Careers Outside Academia
Are you considering a career within government? Or applying for roles outside academia?
The Earth Science Women’s Network is hosting the next instalment in the Careers Beyond Academia Webinar Series on December 2nd 2022 at 5pm UTC which will have …
Read MoreDemystifying the NERC IRF Part 2: Interviews
*****PLEASE NOTE: This event is ESWN led, with speakers from NERC*****
Are you interested in the NERC Independent Research Fellowships? Or thinking about how to interview for NERC research fellowships in the future? Unsure of what to revise or nervous …
Read MoreApplying For Faculty Positions
Are you considering applying for a faculty position in the USA this year? Wondering what the differences are between teaching and research institutes? Worried about what to include in your application package, or what your cover letter should highlight?
The …
Read MoreESWN Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15-October 15, 2022, ESWN will be joining in the celebration of Hispanic women scientists for Hispanic Heritage Month. Our theme is “Unidas: Inclusivity for stronger Science.” Follow our social media to join the celebration!
For …
Read MoreMountains and Molehills with Tracey Holloway
https://energy.wisc.edu/news/podcast-mountains-and-molehills-tracey-holloway
How do we take on big challenges, like increasing representation of women in STEM? This week, Tracey Holloway, Gaylord Nelson Distinguished Professor of Environmental Studies & Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, shows us how to …
Read MoreSafety and Inclusivity in the Field
By Dr. Sarah Greene
I was one month into my job as a Lecturer (Asst. Prof.) and I was sighing with relief as the field trip leader
Demystifying Narrative CVs
*****PLEASE NOTE: This event is ESWN led, with speakers from UKRI, FNR and NSF*****
Are you writing a narrative CV for your most recent funding application? Or perhaps you’re unsure of how to review a grant application which has a …
Read MoreDemystifying the NERC IRF
Careers Outside Academia
Are you applying or interviewing for a role outside academia soon? Or thinking about applying for roles outside academia?
The Earth Science Women’s Network is hosting a webinar on June 22nd 2022 at 4pm UTC!
We will be joined by:…
Read MoreSalary Negotiation
Join us for an event all about salary negotiation on July 7th at 1500 UTC!
08:00-09:30 Pacific Time | 11:00-12:30 Eastern Time | 15:00-16:30 UTC | 1700-1830 Central European Time
Have you ever wondered how to navigate salary negotiation or …
Read MorePredatory Journals
Predatory Journals: What You Need To Know
May 24th, 1600 UTC
What are Predatory Journals? How can they negatively impact you and your academic career?
At this event, we aim to give you tips to help you to identify these …
Read MoreESWN Oral History Project
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Earth Science Women’s Network in 2022, we are documenting the development of ESWN through an Oral History Project. Join our host, Dr. Mona Behl, as we learn more about ESWN through it’s founders …
Read MoreESWN Raffle Winners
Swag alert!!
For our 20th anniversary, we held a raffle for all ESWN members + raffle donors to win $25 worth of ESWN merch to show off their support. We drew six names to kick off this initiative. Congratulations to …
Read MoreAsk-Me-Anything Imposter Syndrome
Please join us on Thursday, 14 April 2022 (9pm UTC; 2pm PST) for our second Ask-Me-Anything event, this time on Imposter Syndrome.
Please Register here: Click HERE
This event features panelists Rianon Wallace-Demby and Dr. Semarhy Quinones.
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ESWN 20th Anniversary Celebration – March 28 Event
ESWN 20th Anniversary Celebration
… featuring Erika Marin-Spiotta and ADVANCEGeo
Location: Online on Zoom
Time: March 28th at 2000 UTC (4pm ET/3pm CT/2pm MT/1pm PT)
2022 will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Earth Science Women’s Network. To celebrate this …
Read MoreESWN 20th Anniversary
The Earth Science Women’s Network is thrilled to be celebrating our 20th Anniversary!! ESWN started 20 years ago as a informal group of women in the earth sciences and has grown and transformed over the years into an organization that …
Read MoreESWN 20th Anniversary Silent Auction
As part of our 20th Anniversary Celebration ESWN is holding a silent auction featuring items from women in science!
Thank you to our generous donors for making this fundraising effort possible. Funds raise will go toward ESWN programs and activities.…
Read MoreESWN 20th Anniversary Raffle
Attention ESWN members: are you interested in nabbing some free ESWN swag?
To celebrate ESWN’s 20th Anniversary we are holding a raffle for all ESWN members.
All ESWN members, current and new, will be given one free …
Read MoreESWN 20th Anniversary Celebration – March 8 Event
ESWN 20th Anniversary Celebration
2022 will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Earth Science Women’s Network. To celebrate this milestone, we are hosting our first event on March 8th from 1700 – 1800 UTC (12-1 ET) to celebrate the past …
Read MoreNavigating the NSF System Workshop
Navigating the NSF System Workshop
Friday, January 28, 2022, 18:30-20:00 UTC (1:30-3:00pm ET, 12:30-2:00pm CT, 11:30-1:00pm MT, 10:30-12:00pm PT)
Location: virtual
To attend, please fill out this Google Form sign-up:
How do you make your proposal as …
Read More2021 ESWN AGU Networking Reception
Thanks to everyone who attended our 2021 ESWN Networking Reception at AGU in New Orleans, LA!
The annual ESWN networking reception took place Monday, December 13th during the New Orleans Fall 2021 AGU meeting. Over 100 people attended the NCAR-sponsored …
Read MoreWomen in Atmospheric Sciences Virtual Networking & Workshop
As part of the American Meteorological Society meeting ESWN is co-hosting a virtual networking event FREE & OPEN TO ALL!
In addition, the AMS Women’s Workshop is available for attendees of the AMS Annual Meeting.
Please see below for details …
Read MoreESWN Events at AGU 2021
ESWN Events @AGU 2021
ESWN will once again be sponsoring and participating in a series of workshops and events at the annual Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union. We hope you can join us!
ESWN Annual Networking Reception
Monday,
…Read MoreAccessibility and Diversity in publishing
A Webinar and Q&A with Holly Falk-Kresinski Vice President, Research Intelligence and Co-chair, Gender Equity Taskforce at Elsevier and others tba.
We will discuss:
• Women in
Careers Beyond Academia Webinar
Register now for our “Careers Beyond Academia” Webinar! To be held November 4th, 5:00 PM UTC/ 1:00PM ET.
We are excited to host 5 international panelists in careers outside academia to share their thoughts and experiences with us through this …
Read MoreFeedback and Friends Social Event
The Earth Science Women’s Network is holding a virtual “Feedback and Friends” event on October 29th at 2:00 pm UTC/ 10:00 am ET! Join us to hear about our 2021 survey results, share feedback on events you would like to …
Read MoreESWN Event Survey
ESWN is currently expanding our offerings of events and professional development. In order to meet the needs of our members (YOU) we are conducting a short survey.
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts.
UPDATE: Survey …
Read MoreAsk-Me-Anything Allyship
Welcome to Our New ESWN Leaders
Welcome to our new ESWN Leaders joining the Board of Directors and Associate Board of Directors!
- Silvia Newell – Secretary
- Molly Paul – Development and Stewardship
- Langley DeWitt – Member Engagement
- Mimi Hughes – Member Engagement
- Mayra Oyola –
Call for ESWN Volunteers
We are looking for some enthusiastic volunteers for our new (and ongoing) ESWN committees! We have several new leaders for ESWN, so we are now recruiting for volunteers to join these committees. APPLY HERE
Application deadline is June 15th.…
Read MoreOpen Source Software Workshop
Statement on Anti-Asian Violence
We want to recognize and offer our sincere support to Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities who are hurting from continued discrimination and a prevalence of violence and anti-Asian hate that is reflected in the recent murders of …
Read MoreESWN Leadership Recruitment – Winter 2021
Earth Science Women’s Network Recruiting for Board and Associate Board of Directors
The Earth Science Women’s Network (ESWN) is recruiting multiple volunteer leadership positions, to fill vacancies on the Board of Directors (BoD) and Associate Board of Directors (ABD). …
Read MoreESWN Events – AMS Annual Meeting 2021
Please join us for these events during the American Meteorological Society Annual Meeting 10-15 January, 2021!
These events do not require AMS Annual Meeting Registration.
Tuesday, 12 January 5-7 pm ET
AMS Women’s “Luncheon” – Facing COVID as an
…Read MoreESWN Events – AGU Fall Meeting 2020
Please see AGU’s Scientific Program to find direct links to each event.
*Please note that except for the Picture a Scientist screening (see link below) all events require AGU meeting registration.
Tuesday, 1 December 2020 13:00-15:00 EST (10:00-12:00 PST)
…Read More$2500 Donation to WONDER Fund
ESWN recently lead a donation match campaign to raise funding for the WONDER Fund. With the generosity of our amazing members we raised $1250, and with the match we are thrilled to announce that we donated $2500 to the …
Read MoreScience-A-Thon 2020 Recap
By: Mattie Bindl, Science-A-Thon Program Coordinator
November 23, 2020
After a year filled with unexpected twists and turns, it’s important to take a moment to give thanks to the people and experiences that have made our lives a little brighter.…
Read MoreCultivating Leadership for Change and Justice in the Geosciences
Cultivation Leadership for Change and Justice in the Geosciences: A Virtual Workshop Series Sponsored by Geoscientists of Color and Allies
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Read MoreMatched donations to the AGU WONDER Fund
From now until October 10th, ESWN will be matching donations to the AGU WONDER Fund, up to $1000!
The WONDER Fund was established by the Women Doing Science project, to provide funding and mentorship opportunities to Black and indigenous …
Read MoreNEW!! ESWN Discussion Board
If you’re a long time member of ESWN, you’ll recall that we had a very active online discussion board on the ESWN website. For a number of reasons, we had to disable this component of ESWN membership. The main factor …
Read MoreADVANCEGeo Research Spotlight
Statement From ESWN
We are living in deeply troubling and challenging times — when racism and social inequities are ever so present, and continue to perpetuate in our society. The Earth Science Women’s Network recognizes that these events are unfolding in a context …
Read MoreESWN Facemasks
Facemasks are now available for purchase at the ESWN Store!
We have three different designs available in both adult and youth sizing. Grab one now for yourself, family, friends, or colleagues.
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Soliciting ESWN Pandemic Experiences
In speaking with ESWN Members, they expressed that in media depictions of women in science during the pandemic their experiences were not always being represented. Therefore, ESWN is soliciting pandemic experiences from our members, whether they are positive or negative. …
Read MoreOnline Teaching Resources for the Earth and Environmental Sciences
Due to COVID-19 many K-12 schools, colleges, and universities are temporarily moving to online instruction in order to slow the spread of this virus that has caused a global pandemic.
This switch to online instruction is challenging, particularly due to …
Read MoreEndowment Achieved!
ESWN is excited to announce that we have successfully achieved our $150,000 Endowment. This has been made possible by $100,000 in generous donations by people like you (Thank you!) and a generous $50,000 matching grant from the Madison Community Foundation. …
Read MoreESWN events at AMS 2020 Meeting
Annual Networking Reception
Monday, January 13, 2020
6:30 to 8:30 PM
Rosa Mexicano
155 Seaport Blvd.
Boston, MA 02210
Our annual networking event for ESWN members and friends at AMS! Light appetizers served with a cash bar and great conversation. …
Read MoreAGU 2019 Fall Meeting Events
Annual ESWN Networking Reception
Monday 12/9/2019
6:00 – 9:00 PM
location: Tabletop Tap House, 175 Fourth St., San Francisco, CA 94103
Workshop for Heads and Chairs of Earth and Space Sciences Departments
Sunday 12/8/19, Registration deadline: Friday …
Read MoreScience-A-Thon 2019 THANK YOU!!
Thank you to the hundreds of donors and participants who raised money for ESWN through Science-a-Thon!
It was such an amazing week of sharing science and scientists. Find our more about the week at scienceathon.org.
ESWN is thrilled to …
Read More2019 Women in Sciences Leadership Workshop
Building Leadership Skills for Success in the Scientific Workforce
November 4-6 and November 5-8, 2019 | Boulder, Colorado
Why leadership and management skills? Science is rarely done in isolation; in almost any position, leadership and management skills are an important …
Read MoreESWN Leadership Update
ESWN Leadership Update
Behind the scenes the ESWN Leadership has been hard at work to keep the various pieces of our organization moving and providing resources for you. As we grow, we recognize the value of evolving the Leadership of …
Read More#ShowMeYourScience Recap
One of the goals of the Earth Science Women’s Network is to highlight the work of our members and show the diversity of #WomenInScience out there. One of the ways we do that is with social media, and this past …
Read MoreScience-a-thon October 14-18 – ESWN’s Biggest Annual Fundraiser
Science-A-Thon, ESWN’s biggest annual fundraiser is coming up soon, and it is not too late to participate!
Science-A-Thon is a five-day celebration of science, engineering, technology, and math (STEM!), science professionals, science teachers, science journalists, and anyone else who …
Read MoreADVANCEGeo Train the Trainers – Applications Open
ADVANCEGeo Now Accepting Applications for the Train the Trainers Workshop!
NSF-funded ADVANCEGeo Partnership “Train the Trainers” Workshop
January 9-10, 2020 in Lawrence, Kansas
The goal of the Train the Trainers workshop is to develop a network of trainers. Participants will …
Read More2019 Membership Drive a Success
In 2019 ESWN transitioned to a new website and with it we rolled out a new Membership platform. It is now possible for anyone to become an official ESWN member. Membership is free and it is never too late to…
Read More#ShowMeYourScience Event July 22-August 2
One of the goals of the Earth Science Women’s Network is to highlight the work of our members and show the diversity of #WomenInScience out there. One of the ways we do that is with social media, and coming soon
2019 Professional Development Workshop: Leadership Skills for Success in the Scientific Workforce
Today there are more women working in the sciences than ever before, yet women are still underrepresented in leadership roles. This workshop offers a unique opportunity for women across scientific disciplines and career levels to build their leadership and …
Read MoreJoin the 2019 IUGG in Montréal for the first-ever IUGG Womxn’s Networking Event!
Friday July 12, 7-9pm @ Les 3 Brasseurs, 103 St-Paul Est, Montréal.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/
The goal of this event is to foster relationships and solidarity among womxn members of IUGG (womxn is a term that includes cis …
Read MoreBiogeofeminist mixer at Society for Freshwater Sciences Meeting!
Headed to the SFS Meeting in Salt Lake City next week? Live in Salt Lake City? Join us on Tuesday night from 5:15 to 7 PM at the Beerhive Pub. Meet new science friends, catch up with others! Food available …
Read MoreHow to plan an inclusive scientific meeting
Scientific meetings can be exciting, a dose of scientific enthusiasm! We are able to share our ideas, learn from others, find collaborators, and reunite with existing colleagues. Meetings are a critical part of the global scientific enterprise. Network development and …
Read MoreGuide to avoid racial bias in reference letter writing
ESWN members Sora Kim and Asmeret Asefaw Berhe created a guide to avoiding racial bias in letter of reference writing. Seven easy things for us all to check ourselves on when writing letters of reference. It is critical for us …
Read MoreConsider nominating an ESWN member for an AMS award!
The American Meteorological Society (AMS) invites members and friends of the AMS to submit nominations for consideration for the Society Awards, Fellows, and Lecturers. Each year the AMS honors individuals, teams of people, and institutions for their outstanding contributions to …
Read MoreESWN at 2019 AMS Annual Meeting
ESWN is hosting a networking reception at the 2019 American Meteorological Society meeting in Phoenix, AZ.
Earth Science Women’s Network Annual Networking Reception
Monday, January 7, 2019, 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Copper Blues Rock Pub & Kitchen
50 W Jefferson …
2018 AGU Fall Meeting ESWN Events
Women Rising: Removing Barriers and Achieving Parity in the Geosciences
GSA Pardee Session | Monday, November 5, 2018, 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. | Indiana Convention Center, Sagamore Ballroom 5
Cosponsored by GSA Geology and Society Division; GSA Geology and Public Policy Committee; Association for Women Geoscientists; Earth Science Women’s Network…
Read MoreLeadership Skills for Success in the Scientific Workforce
Please see the 2019 Workshop Agenda here!
October 28th – October 30th, 2018 | Boulder, Colorado
Why leadership and management skills? Science is rarely done in isolation; in almost any position, leadership and management skills are an important contributor …
Read More2018 ESWN Professional Development Workshop
October 28-30, 2018
Boulder, Colorado
Overview
This professional development workshop is designed to help women build leadership and management skills that will contribute to their success and advancement in scientific organizations. Over 2 days, professional facilitators and members of …
Read MoreDr. Melanie Okoro receives 2017 NOAA Fisheries Award
In October 2001, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries) created a series of annual Employee of the Year Awards. NOAA Fisheries Employee of the Year Awards recognize employees that have made significant contributions to NOAA Fisheries stewardship responsibilities.
Congratulations …
Read MoreESWN wins PAESMEM Award!
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM)
represent the highest honors bestowed upon mentors who work to expand science, technology, engineering
and mathematics (STEM) talent.
The Awards were established in 1995 and the first awards …
Read MoreADVANCEGeo Resource Center Launched
ADVANCEGeo launches new online resource center to address sexual harassment in the geosciences
The National Science Foundation-funded ADVANCEGeo project has released a collection of online resources for the community on relevant research and tested strategies to respond to sexual harassment, …
Read MoreRegister for ESWN's Science-A-Thon 2018, a five day online celebration of science
Science-A-Thon is a five day celebration of science and scientists – from the lab to the field, from learning to teaching, from routine tasks to major discoveries!
Participating scientists will share the ups and downs of a #dayofscience. Scientists will …
Read MoreWelcoming Women into Geosciences
Early results of a program* to foster the careers of women entering the geosciences demonstrate the effectiveness of several specific factors – including the importance of same gender mentoring and the importance of role modeling – to the retention of …
Read MoreNSF is soliciting public comments on their new sexual harassment policy
Open Letter to the Geomorphology Community
This letter is to alert the community to ongoing online harassment by a registered sex offender who targets individuals in geomorphology and related fields. This has been a problem for many years. The offender, who has an Earth Science degree …
Read MorePetition to NSF-directed US Antarctic Program regarding sexual harassment
Please consider signing this petition to NSF : http://bit.ly/2B3tA24 .
Petition Text:
In light of recent publications of longstanding sexual and physical harassment and abuse in the field, we request that the NSF-directed US Antarctic Program clarify its policies for …
Read MoreParticipate in a Focus Group at AGU!
Are you concerned about sexual harassment in STEM?
You are invited to participate in a focus group as part of a National Science Foundation ADVANCE award to develop bystander intervention and research ethics training to improve work climate conditions in …
Read MoreESWN at AMS 2018
ESWN is hosting two events at the 2018 American Meteorological Society meeting in Austin, TX.
Please consider adding them to your AMS schedule.
- Earth Science Women’s Network Annual Networking Reception
Monday, January 8, 2018, 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Moonshine Patio
ESWN Events at AGU 2017
ESWN will once again be sponsoring and participating in a series of workshops, town halls, and events at the annual Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union. We hope you can join us!
Earth Science Women’s Network Annual Networking Event…
Read MoreScience-A-Thon Video Short
Colleen Schmit (UW-Madison ’17) created a great compilation video of this year’s #DayofScience. See Science-A-Thon for more information about how to get involved!
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Science-A-Thon Success!
The 2017 Science-A-Thon was a great success thanks to the hundreds of people who participated, donated, and spread the enthusiasm!
With your help, ESWN raised over $32,000! The power of Science-A-Thon came from individual days and lives in diverse countries, …
Read MoreGetting your science out into the public domain!
Are you interested in engaging the public with science?
Have you been asked by funding agencies to communicate your research directly to public audiences?
Do you want to feel more comfortable talking about science with a variety of audiences?
Interested …
Read MoreESWN Hosts Science-A-Thon
ESWN is thrilled to host Science-A-Thon, a one-day celebration of science and scientists (like you!). Science-A-Thon will showcase the work of scientists over a single “day in the life.” Participants will post 12 photos over 12 hours on July 13. …
ESWN Receives Special Award from American Meteorological Society
In January of 2017, the Earth Science Women’s Network received a special award from the American Meteorological Society for inspirational commitment to broadening the participation of women in the Earth sciences, providing a supportive environment for peer mentoring, and professional …
Read MoreESWN Connects with Leaders in Culture and Industry
In December 2016, ESWN was honored to meet with some of the most exciting thinkers in the U.S. to discuss taking ESWN to the next level. We were pleased to have Janice Huff (Lead Meteorologist, NBC NYC), Jon Foley (Director, …
Read MoreESWN at AMS Meeting 2017
If you are attending the 2017 Annual Meeting of the American Meteorological Society, join ESWN at our networking reception!ESWN Store!
We have launched an ESWN Store to help support our 
organization’s activities.
A portion of the sale price comes back to ESWN and the more we sell, the greater the percentage.
We have three designs featured on t-shirts, sweatshirts, …
Read MoreTake the pledge
An open letter from women of science:
Science is foundational in a progressive society, fuels innovation, and touches the lives of every person on this planet. The anti-knowledge and anti-science sentiments expressed repeatedly during the U.S. presidential election threaten the …
Read MoreESWN Welcomes New Leadership Board Members
We are excited to announce that Asmeret Asefaw Berhe, Melissa Burt, Maura Hahnenberger, Rachel Licker, Aisha Morris, and Melanie Harrison Okoro have joined ESWN’s Leadership Board! We appreciate their dedication to women in the geosciences. These amazing women join our …
Read MoreESWN Events at AGU Fall Meeting 2016
If you’ll be attending the AGU Fall Meeting, check out ESWN’s many exciting events! These events (hosted or co-sponsored by ESWN) offer our members and colleagues the opportunity to see old friends and make new connections. ESWN works to amplify …
Read MoreGIRLS in STEM Bill
Special ESWN Tour of the California Academy of Sciences
Join ESWN for an exciting tour of the California Academy of Sciences (CAS), a leading planetarium, aquarium, and natural history museum all in one! Our tour will be personally led by Executive Director Dr. Jon Foley. Jon has been a …
Scientific Societies Speak Out Against Sexual Harassment
Leaders from scientific societies, government agencies, and academia come together to discuss sexual harassment in the sciences
12 September 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – More than 60 leaders in science from academia, government agencies, and professional societies came together
Share Your Photos with ESWN!
ESWN now has a Flickr group, with the goal of building a cool image archive for our shared use, outreach, and fundraising activities (with credit of course!). We are inviting you to contribute not just photos, but also plots, …
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