Our Research
As part of our mission, we create our own research to examine and analyze the current state of DEIJ in the field of sustainability.
The State of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Sustainability
Published: September 2021
By Heather Mak
The State of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Sustainability was developed to assess the demographics, barriers to entry and advancement of sustainability practitioners as well as the actions that sustainability organizations are taking to create inclusive environments.
Download the State of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Sustainability Here.
We had a preview webinar of the results on September 15, 2021. You can watch a recording of the session here or in the window.
The State of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Sustainability Survey Summary
Published: October 2021
By: Heather Mak
You can also read our summary of the survey here; which condenses our information for quick sharing.
Download the State of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Sustainability Summary Here
Impact Report
Published: January 2022
By: Heather Mak
In 2022, we reflected on our progress in the past two years and developed this report as a way to examine our impact. Our impact report summarizes the work and contributions of DiS from 2020-2021 and provides us with a foundation to move forward in implementing our mission.
Download the Impact Report Here
Inclusion Blueprint Dialogue Report
Centring Latinidad in Sustainability
Published: October 2023
By: Heather Mak and Julieta Mulangu
Based on a literature review, interviews with Latine sustainability practitioners and hosting our Unpacking Stereotypes and Cultural Barriers - Latine edition Inclusion Blueprint Dialogue, we have published a report that builds cultural fluency to better support Latine sustainability practitioners. The report includes context on Latine culture, history, connection to social and environmental injustice and sustainability and examines how it affects Latine sustainability practitioners in the workplace.
Download Centring Latinidad in Sustainability Here
Inclusion Blueprint Dialogue Report
Preparing Future Generations: Building the Conditions for BIPOC/BAME Youth to Succeed in Sustainability
Published: March 2024
By: Heather Mak and Julieta Mulangu
Young people are pivotal to social and environmental change, and are more educated, diverse, digitally fluent, and susceptible to anxiety, when compared to previous generations. BIPOC/BAME youth face distinct barriers, including disproportionate levels of environmental and social injustice, poverty, discrimination, limited exposure to the outdoors in their formative years, family pressures, lack of role models and networks, and insufficient training on soft working skills. The report offers a helpful toolkit, case studies, and tips for BIPOC/BAME youth to improve knowledge and self-awareness, prepare for job hunting, increase their competency, build experience and nurture well-being to pursue a career in sustainability.