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Advancing Science through Diversity and Inclusion in the Editorial Process: A Case Study

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: Science clearly benefits from diversity and inclusion. Still, women and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds within the United States are underrepresented across the scientific spectrum, including in academic, editorial, and scientific leadership positions. This case study details how the editors of one journal, The Clinical Neuropsychologist (TCN), created and implemented a strategic plan to increase diversity and inclusion on its editorial board, among ad hoc reviewers, and in manuscript submissions. The outcomes to date, future directions, and a call to action to other scientific journals and publishers to actively foster diversity and inclusion are discussed.

Source: Science Editor

DOI: 10.36591/se-4103-07

Authors: Monica Rivera Mindt, Robin C Hilsabeck, James Patrick Olsen, Micah J Savin, Cara L Crook, Yana Suchy

Language: English

Topic: Career Development and Diversity

Subfield: Safety Research

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Gender equality

Open Access status: bronze

Funders: National Science Foundation, Alzheimer's Association

Award: Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)