Graduate Climate Conference Commitment to a Supportive and Accessible Community

The Graduate Climate Conference (GCC) is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all participants. We believe that bringing together individuals from a wide range of backgrounds strengthens our community and enhances scientific discussions. Our goal is to create a space where all attendees feel encouraged to share their research and perspectives in a respectful and engaging setting.

To ensure a broad participation, the GCC will:

  • Actively reach out to geoscience departments at traditionally underrepresented universities at the conference to share information about the conference and provide application support.
  • Conduct a blind review of all applications by at least two committee members to promote a fair selection process.
  • Establish clear guidelines for professional and respectful conduct, as outlined in the GCC Code of Conduct. All participants will be expected to review and agree to these expectations in advance.
  • Organize keynote sessions and discussions on topics relevant to the climate science community, including ways to broaden participation in the field.
  • Offer participatory workshops that cover a range of topics, including those relevant to building a strong and collaborative research community.
  • Gather feedback through a post-conference survey to evaluate the event and identify opportunities for improvement in future years.

Additionally, the GCC will monitor participation demographics to ensure a representative applicant pool. While applications will be reviewed anonymously, we will assess final participation trends and refine our approach as needed. Moderators will work to ensure a productive discussion environment during Q&A sessions.

By taking these steps, the GCC aims to create an engaging and productive space where all attendees feel valued and able to fully participate in conference activities.

Keynote Speakers at the GCC

The GCC will feature two keynote speakers: one who will explore ways to broaden participation and engagement in climate science, and another early-career scientist who will share insights on diverse career paths in research, academia, science communication, and beyond.

Read about the speakers on the Schedule & Abstracts page.