Inclusive Audiences
NISE Network is committed to promoting inclusive, equitable, and accessible opportunities for diverse learners to engage in STEM.
As the NISE Network continues to move forward in our efforts to inspire and support a lifetime of STEM engagement, we seek to ensure that our work embodies the principles of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI).
By gathering, studying, and sharing evidence about what works best, the Network is continually improving in its efforts to involve all people in learning about and contributing to STEM.
NISE Network
Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) Booklet:
Tools for Engaging Communities and Incorporating DEAI Practices into Informal STEM Projects
The tools, practices, and project examples are designed to support NISE Network partner efforts in making their experiences more relevant and inclusive in order to promote a more equitable STEM future in our local communities.
NISE Network and our partners strive to include a diverse audience with regard to geography, dis/ability, gender, race/ethnicity, language and income. Some examples of this work include:
- Practices: using evidence-based practices that support meaningful participation and learning by diverse communities
- Partnerships: collaborating across networks and organizations to ensure broad geographic and demographic participation
- Cognitive and physical accessibility: using Universal Design principles and accessible practices for educational materials and learning experiences
- Cultural relevance and language: using culturally inclusive and sensitive practices and offering materials in languages other than English (NISE Network projects offer many of our materials in Spanish)
DENISE LEBLANC
formerly of The Discovery Museum
Selected Resources for Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI)
Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) Booklet
Racial Justice
Translation Process Guide
Bilingual Design Guide
Bilingual Audiences Workshop Resources
Spanish Language Translations and Bilingual Resources
Tips Sheets for Engaging Public Audiences
Making Earth & Space Science More Relevant and Inclusive
Resources for Specific Audiences
Blind and Low Vision Audiences
Early Learners
Girls in STEM
Online Workshop Recording: Nano Brown-Bag: Tips and Tricks for Engaging Girls in Museum Programming
Featured Universal Design Professional Resources
Universal Design Guidelines: Programs guide
Universal Design Guidelines: Exhibits
Online Workshop: Programming for Audiences with Special Needs
Online Workshop Recording: Nano Brown-Bag: Universal Design of Programs Workshop Follow-Up
Online Workshop Recording: Nano Brown-Bag: Universal Design for Public Programs
Universal Design of Educational Programs In-Person Workshop Resources
More Universal Design and Accessibility Resources
- Smithsonian accessibility design resources for museum professionals
- National Park Services Harpers Ferry Center accessibility resources
- Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) guidelines for facilities including chapter 7 on signs
- GBH National Center for Accessible Media (NCAM) guidelines and tools
- NASA Space Science Is for Everyone: Creating and Using Accessible Resources in Educational Settings
- American Alliance of Museums (AAM) accessibility communication resources and PDF version
- Tactile books and models for visually impaired visitors: https://www.nisenet.org/books
Collaboration to Reach Different Audiences
Working with STEM Experts: A Guide for Educators in Museums and Other Informal Learning Settings
Collaborations
Museum & Community Partnerships: Collaboration Guide and additional resources