AOS Pilot Project to Change Harmful English Common Bird Names
The AOS is moving forward with a pilot project to determine new English common names for an initial set of six species of North American birds.
American Ornithological Society Will Change the English Names of Bird Species Named After People
“There is power in a name, and some English bird names have associations with the past that continue to be exclusionary and harmful today,” says president. “The time has come …
Three Professional Societies Unite on National Science Foundation Grant in Effort to Increase Access and Inclusivity in Ornithology
CHICAGO — May 16, 2023 — The landscape of science is changing: People from increasingly varied backgrounds, identities, cultures, and genders are pursuing careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and …
Redefining our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Justice: Statement & Actions
One of the American Ornithological Society’s (AOS’s) key functions is to create a strong community that welcomes and supports individuals across a broad range of career paths, interests, backgrounds, and …
Strategic Planning: Charting Our Path to the AOS’s Future
By Judith Scarl, Executive Director and CEO The last decade has been a wild and wonderful journey for the American Ornithological Society (AOS), as we’ve changed, grown, and adapted in …
DEIJ and AOS Culture: Highlighting Your Insights, and Next Steps
The American Ornithological Society is committed to creating an organizational culture that is inclusive, broadly welcoming and supportive, and that meets our members’ needs.
Professional Ethics in Science Societies: AOS Is Working Hard to Be a Leader
Imagine a situation at a scientific conference where you see, hear, or experience something that seems demeaning or unethical and that negatively impacts professional interactions. Or perhaps imagine another scenario, …
Advancing AOS’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Justice
In October, we shared with you some of the exciting work AOS is doing to become a more inclusive, welcoming, and representative Society. Today, we are pleased to update you …
You’re invited: AOS Diversity & Inclusion Strategic Planning Kick-off Webinar
The American Ornithological Society (AOS) is developing a strategic plan for diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) within our Society. This plan will build on the excellent efforts of our …