The Ecological Society of America is seeking nominations for the newly renamed “Commitment to Human Diversity in Ecology” award (formerly the Diversity Award).  The award is in recognition of long-standing contributions of an individual towards increasing the diversity of future ecologists through mentoring, teaching, or outreach.  Beginning in 2013, the award will be presented at the Awards Ceremony during the opening scientific plenary of the ESA Annual Meeting, as well as celebrated at the Diversity Luncheon during the meeting. Nominations should be submitted, including a nominating letter and supporting documentation, by 15 February.
 
To submit a nomination, contact:
Julie Reynolds, Chair 
ESA Diversity Award committee 
julie.a.reynolds@duke.edu
 

Criteria for Commitment to Human Diversity in Ecology Award:
The award recognizes outstanding contributions in one or more of the following areas:

• Demonstrated commitment to increasing the diversity of ecology students, professionals, and/or leaders. 
• Leadership or in the development of diversity-fostering or sustaining programs such as leadership training, research training programs, educational initiatives, travel awards, adult education, distance learning and virtual laboratories, or the development of ecology programs at nature centers, field stations, other non-formal education centers, and education programs for the general public.
• Demonstrated commitment to mentoring new young ecologists at the undergraduate and graduate level, particularly those who are from underrepresented or marginalized groups.
• Leading by example by overcoming barriers to research, education, or careers in ecology.