Summary

The provided text outlines the author's commitment to addressing systemic inequities within professional organizations, specifically advocating for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) initiatives. As a mid-career professional, the author argues that their existing identity grants them significant privilege, making these principles indispensable for their leadership roles and project work. Their strategic approach involves co-designing innovative programs like SciComm STEP and Sparking Transitions, while ensuring diverse representation in client selection processes and utilizing equity-focused media training to encourage inclusive change. Ultimately, the content emphasizes that these non-negotiable efforts are essential to driving positive progress for all professionals and stakeholders.

Title

Virginia Schutte, Science Media Specialist | Storyteller, Consultant, Trainer

Description

Virginia is an award-winning, PhD-having science communicator who is unstoppably and loudly enthusiastic about how science makes life better.

Keywords

contact, media, science, projects, more, people, like, equity, page, communities, office, hours, scientist, storyteller, push, power, work

NS Lookup

A 185.230.63.107, A 185.230.63.186, A 185.230.63.171

Dates

Created 2026-04-14

Updated 2026-04-14

Summarized 2026-04-15